Tutor in Music Theory and Composition

The Tutor in Music Theory and Composition is responsible for the successful delivery and continued development of specialised music education and training for the BMus programme in Western Music at the College of Music of the Academy of Performing Arts, University of the Arts Sharjah.

Responsibilities

• Teaching in at least two of the following areas: Western Music Theory and Musicianship, Composition, Electronic Music and Music Technology, Music Pedagogy.
• Management of and participation in the development of the College’s programmes and their operational requirements, including recruitment of specialist staff in consultation with the Programme Leader – Western Music, and the Dean of the College of Music.
• Working with the Programme Leader on the recruitment and interviewing of candidate students for the College’s programmes.
• Leading a team of technical staff and ensuring that the programmes are taught effectively.
• Planning, directing, and executing student performances, workshops, and cultural events within the Academy.
• Contributing to the Academy’s artistic and research output by delivering projects within and outside the Academy, such as performances, recordings, research papers, books, or other relevant projects.
• Working with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure that all required documentation for programme accreditations is complete and meets accreditation standards.
• Developing relationships and partnerships with performing arts stakeholders in Sharjah, the UAE, the MENA region, and internationally to promote the role of the Academy and its programmes.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Doctorate degree (PhD, DMA, or other) in Music (Music Theory, Composition, or other related discipline).
• Teaching experience in Higher Education/Conservatoire and programme management.
• Proven track record of artistic and/or scholarly activity in Western Music.

Desirable:

• Experience in teaching and training in Higher Education with familiarity with the UAE, UK, US higher education and current developments.
• A wider understanding of professional industry practice & knowledge.
• Higher education fellowship or equivalent teaching qualification.

Salary

Salaries in the UAE are tax-free and disbursed monthly in United Arab Emirates dirhams. Staff members receive a competitive benefits package that includes: private medical insurance, a residency visa and an annual return ticket to their home country.