Adjunct - Audio Engineering & Live Sound Production Job at Husson University in

Description

The New England School of Communications is looking for a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach courses in either Audio Engineering or Live Sound Production within the BS Audio Engineering (Bangor campus) degree. Courses with openings include AE 100 Audio Technology I and AE 103 Intro to Live Sound Production. These openings are during the Fall 2025 semester (8 / 25 / 25-12 / 12 / 25)

Examples of Duties

AE 100 Audio Technology I surveys the fundamental concepts of audio production. It introduces students to sound and psycho-acoustics, the principles of audio consoles and signal routing, and essential technologies such as loudspeakers, microphones, and signal processing. Throughout the course, students develop a common vocabulary relating to the audio industry, concepts, and career options. Lab work includes mixing and signal flow exercises.

AE 103 Intro to Live Sound Production introduces the concepts and practices of live sound engineering. Students learn analog console functionality, build signal flow knowledge, develop ear training skills. and practice how to properly set up a system for a live event.

The appropriate candidate would choose the course the best fits their knowledge, skills, and / or interests.

Provide students proper instruction with content, and utilize textbooks required for this course to achieve programmatic objectives

Accurately track and assess student progress and maintain Husson University standards

Advising the Academic Director on proposed curricular changes

Assisting the department in experiential assessments & exercises where appropriate

Assist in the research and assessment of industry trends and future technologies concerning curriculum

Additional Responsibilities :

o Gathering data and preparing detailed documents

o Representing the School off campus when appropriate

o Serving on committees, as appropriate o Performing other duties as assigned by the administration

Typical Qualifications

A masters degree in Audio Engineering / Technology, Music Production, Live Sound, or a related field, is required. Candidates with 7 or more years of industry & leadership experience in Audio Engineering / Technology, Music Production, Live Sound, or other related field may be considered in lieu of a master's degree.

Ph.D. or other terminal degree is preferred.

College-level teaching experience is preferred.

Supplemental Information

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Undergraduate Course : Masters Prepared $933.33 maximum per credit hour

Undergraduate Course :

Doctoral or Equivalent Prepared $1,016.67 maximum per credit hour

Graduate Course

Masters Level Prepared $1,016.67 maximum per credit hour

Graduate Course

Doctoral or Equivalent Prepared $1,100.00 maximum per credit hour

• Rate is dependent upon the number of students enrolled in the course assigned.

Thank you for considering employment with Husson University. To apply and inquire about your application status, please use our online application system. We kindly request that applicants do not email or call to check on their application status.

Please refrain from reaching out via email or phone regarding your application status. Use our online platform to apply and stay updated on your application.

Thank you for your understanding and adherence to our application process.

Husson University is an equal employment opportunity employer #AD