Adjunct Instructor - Music & Technology

Job Description

The School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) of Stevens Institute of Technology has adjunct openings in the Program in Music & Technology for the following course for the fall 2026 semester:

HMU 310 Orchestration I

Under this appointment, your responsibilities will include preparing and maintaining course syllabus, teaching assigned classes, attending all class sessions, grading and providing appropriate feedback to students, scheduling office hours, completing all assessments requirements, and attending at least one orientation meeting. You will also be required to provide your students and the HASS office with a comprehensive course syllabus before the start of the semester. The syllabus should include all course requirements, grading policy, assignments, expected exams and required reading. You will provide us with your textbook order in-time for materials to arrive well in advance of the first week of classes. Finally, you will be required to adhere to the policies as stated in the HASS faculty handbook.

Qualifications: MFA in Music with preference for a candidate who has taught this particular class before. Experience teaching at the university level required.

On-line applications required at https://stevens.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External. Positions will remain open until filled.

Applicants should be sure to include a cover letter, current c.v., and names and addresses of three references. Please combine all documents into a single PDF file prior to submission.

For questions about this adjunct position, please contact Teresa Nakra at tnakra@stevens.edu

For more information, please visit: https://www.stevens.edu/hass

Department

School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the base salary range for this position is listed below. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials.

Standard: $5,425

4-hour Studio: $5,700

Discussion Section Leaders: $1,350

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.