Senior Lecturer in Music Education - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description

Ingesund School of Music (Musikhögskolan Ingesund, MHI) is part of the Department of Artistic Studies at Karlstad University and constitutes the University’s second campus, located in Arvika. MHI offers a music teacher programme that qualifies graduates to teach music in upper-secondary school, as well as years 1–9. It also provides the necessary skills to teach at music and arts schools. MHI is a renowned university college with healthy student recruitment and a stimulating work environment that promotes cooperation between staff and students. We now look forward to recruiting a senior lecturer in music education with a specialisation in music didactics to boost our teacher team. Perhaps you are the one we are looking for?

Music education as a scientific subject area forms an important basis for the study programmes offered at MHI. Ingesund is in the midst of a process of establishing a research centre for music education research, where the close integration between the school’s artistic and academic staff provides a dynamic and inspiring work environment.

The music teacher programme is the largest and oldest programme at Ingesund. It is deeply rooted in tradition as well as taking an innovative approach, offering the students time and opportunity to develop all-round qualifications and skills. In-depth subject study as well as practical experience provide a solid foundation to qualify as a music teacher in lower- or upper-secondary school. MHI also offers a music production programme (since 2018) as well as a Bachelor’s programme in music (since 2016). As of the autumn 2023, there is also a Master’s programme in music. MHI is, in other words, in the midst of a strong growth period. A quality review of the music teacher programme conducted by the Swedish Higher Education Authority in 2020, concluded that the programme shows high standard, emphasising the close connection between research and education and between artistic and educational components. 

Visit our website for more information: https://www.kau.se/en/ingesund-school-music

Duties

Duties include teaching primarily general music didactics, but also courses in educational science included in the music teacher programme. You will also act as supervisor and assess independent projects, as well as taking part in course development and research.

You are also expected to collaborate with the wider community for a mutual exchange, and work towards ensuring that the knowledge and expertise available at the university is of benefit to society.

In order to contribute to a positive working environment and help further the subject’s activities, we expect you to be a present and active part of the day-to-day operations and workplace community.

Work is placed at Ingesund School of Music in Arvika.

Qualification requirements

To be eligible for the position of senior lecturer in music education, applicants are required have demonstrated teaching expertise. Applicants are also required to hold a Degree of Doctor in Music Education or equivalent academic qualifications, or equivalent professional expertise deemed relevant to the nature of the position and the duties included therein.

Since Swedish is the language of instruction, the position requires a good command of spoken and written Swedish (or another Scandinavian language). Proficiency in English is also a requirement. An applicant who does not meet the requirement of proficiency in English may still be hired provided they are able to actively acquire the language skills.

Pursuant to Karlstad University’s Appointments Procedure, teachers must have the personal qualities required to perform the duties included, as well as completed training in higher education pedagogy.

Candidates who have not completed courses in higher education pedagogy may still be hired, provided that they use the time alloted to continual professional development to complete the required courses within two years of employment, or that they apply for validation of prior learning.

All staff are expected to collaborate with colleagues and to treat them and students with respect, to take responsibility for the University’s activities and their own duties, as well as contributing to a good working environment.

For other eligibility requirements, refer to Karlstad University’s Appointments Procedure: https://intra.kau.se/dokument/upload/C10B9E2202bd7210B5mQ14D53160/Anstallningsordningen_signed_20220928_eng-GB.pdf

Assessment criteria

Special weight will be given to the applicant’s documented teaching expertise as well as documented research expertise in music education.

Special weight will also be given to experience of teaching in upper-secondary school, compulsory school, or music and arts schools, especially instrumental and ensemble teaching, but also other music courses at different levels.

A Master in Education in Music or equivalent qualification is also of special weight.

Considerable weight will be given to experience of teaching music didactics/music education at university level, as well as experience of supervising and assessing independent projects at university level.

Considerable weight will also be given to the ability to disseminate information about research and development projects, contribute with one’s own research, and collaborate in national/international research networks.

Good organisational skills in terms of planning and administration of various tasks as well as the ability to be flexible, take responsibility and show initiative will also be given considerable weight.

Weight will be given to good interpersonal skills in relation to colleagues and the surrounding community.

Terms

Permanent, full-time position (100%) that can be adjusted according to agreement. Start date at the earliest convenience as agreed by both parties. A probationary period may be required.

Further information

Karlstad University places great value on the enriching presence of diverse backgrounds and gender balance in the organisation. We welcome applicants with different cultural backgrounds, gender identities, functional abilities, and life experiences.