Working/Functional TitleVallanee Leudtke Hayes Research AssociatePosition SummaryThe College of Music at Michigan State University seeks an experienced early childhood music researcher. This full-time, fixed-term appointment (1 year) will begin August 1, 2024. The successful applicant will work closely with Dr. Karen Salvador to kick off the Val's Kids Project, which is a 5-year project investigating early childhood music teaching and learning at our community music schools (and affiliated programs) in East Lansing and Detroit. Data the fellow collects would belong to the Val's Kids project to facilitate ongoing/longitudinal work. However, the associate will participate in analysis, writing, and dissemination, and will be credited as an author on work they contribute to substantially (first author if their writing contribution merits this). In addition, the research associate will be credited as a contributor anytime data they collected was utilized in a publication or presentation, even after their appointment at MSU has ended. Applicants should be aware that this fellowship will require a flexible schedule, including some evenings or Saturdays. The research associate will likely observe in early childhood music classes, which happen at times throughout weekdays including evenings and on Saturdays. Data collection activities such as interviews would also be scheduled at mutually convenient times with participants, so those might be evenings or Saturdays. Some work is possible remotely, but the research associate will spend significant time at MSU's Community Music School locations in East Lansing and Detroit, and in classes in the surrounding communities. Additional responsibilities may include meetings with stakeholders in each location as well as meetings on campus with Dr. Salvador.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required DegreeDoctorate -Music EducationMinimum RequirementsDoctoral degree in music education or similar terminal degree qualification (ABD considered with expectation that all degree requirements will be completed by August 1, 2024). Minimum of three years of successful early childhood music teaching. Exemplary pedagogical skills and knowledge. Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in research, teaching and service.Desired QualificationsExperience with program evaluation or other large-scale research with community organizations. Demonstrated achievement in research through publications and presentations. Ability to develop, launch, and manage grants or large-scale initiatives.Required Application Materials(1) a letter of application(2) curriculum vita (including names and contact information for references)Special InstructionsTo apply, please visit the MSU job postings website: and select posting #[]Review of Applications Begins On04/15/2024Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.Websitewww.music.msu.eduDepartment StatementWith 87 faculty members, the Michigan State University College of Music serves approximately 600 majors and offers a comprehensive range of degree programs from baccalaureate through the doctorate. For more information about the College, please visit our website atMSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.Advertised: Mar 26, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Mar 26, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
