The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA), Division of Music invites applications for sessional instructors to teach the following course in Summer 2023.
Lectures for the summer 2022 term run from June 26 - August 18; please see the academic schedule for additional important dates and deadlines.
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING COURSE OFFERINGS ARE TENTATIVE, PENDING SUFFICIENT ENROLMENTS.
SUMMER 2023
- MUSI 306: 15 Topics in Music and Popular Culture (Music Marketing in Social Media), Dates: June 26 - August 18, 2023, Tuesdays and Thursdays 13:00 - 15:45
Description: Selected topics examining popular music from a critical perspective. Examines the meaning and messages of popular music and its impact on present-day culture. Topic description: An examination of the ways in which individual artists have promoted their music via social media. The use of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc. for marketing purposes will be considered, as well as selected prominent musicians.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- PhD degree (or nearing completion) in music technology and/or musicology, or equivalent professional experience
- Research interest or focus on social media and internet music marketing and promotion
- Significant teaching experience, a demonstrated ability to deliver curriculum at the post-secondary level to students from a wide variety of backgrounds, and experience teaching in an online, asynchronous learning environment
- Successful teaching record for large lecture sections and experience grading academic work
Application Process:
Please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. The four attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents):
In support of your application, please provide the following:
1. Current CV (if the SCPA does not already have one on file)
2. Names and contact information for 3 potential referees; and
3. Teaching evaluations (if available)
If you have any questions, please contact Rod Squance, Division Lead, Music, by email at [email protected] .
For salary information, please refer to TUCFA's Collective Agreement, Schedule B. As per the Collective Agreement, the Faculty of Arts adheres to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.
Application Deadline: February 23, 2023.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Faculty of Arts.
The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
