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Schools with Accepted Offers[]

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Hiring Institution Type of Position Name PhD Date, Institution Degree (if known) Current Position (if different) (Sub)discipline
Albright College (Commercial Music) Full-time TT Mark Lomanno 2012, University of Texas at Austin PhD, Ethnomusicology VAP, Northeastern University Ethnomusicology
American University of Sharjah Full-time NTT Albert Agha 2019, UCLA PhD, Ethnomusicology Ethnomusicology
Amherst College Full-time NTT Bradford Garvey ABD, The Graduate Center, CUNY PhD, Ethnomusicology Ethnomusicology
Arizona State University Full-time NTT Ashley Pribyl ABD, Washington University in St. Louis PhD, Musicology Musicology
Baylor University Full-time TT Unknown Musicology
Bennington College Full-time NTT Joseph Alpar 2019, The Graduate Center, CUNY PhD, Ethnomusicology Instructor, Temple University Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Bowling Green State University Full-time TT Ryan Ebright 2014, UNC-Chapel Hill PhD, Musicology Instructor, BGSU Musicology
California State University Monterey Bay Full-time TT (Assoc) Jeffrey A. Jones 2010, Florida State University PhD, Musicology (ethnomusicology emphasis) Associate Professor, Sweet Briar College Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Carleton College Full-time TT Unknown Musicology
Case Western Reserve University Full-time NTT Andrew J. Kluth 2018, UCLA PhD, Ethnomusicology Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Cleveland State University Full-time NTT Unknown Ethnomusicology
College of William & Mary Full-time NTT Unknown Ethnomusicology
College of the Holy Cross Full-time NTT Schuyler Whelden 2019, UCLA PhD, Musicology Ethnomusicology
Duke University Full-time TT Yun Emily Wang 2018, University of Toronto PhD, Ethnomusicology Mellon Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow, Columbia University Ethnomusicology
Duke University (Thompson Writing Program) Full-time NTT Michael Accinno 2016, UC Davis PhD, Musicology Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellow, UC Riverside Musicology
Duke University (Thompson Writing Program) Full-time NTT Sarah Town 2017, Princeton PhD, Musicology Musicology
Duquesne University Full-time NTT Nicole Vilkner 2016, Rutgers PhD, Musicology Adjunct Professor, Westminster Choir College Musicology
Florida State University Full-time TT Panayotis League 2017, Harvard University PhD, Ethnomusicology Postdoctoral Fellow, Milman Parry Collection of Oral Literature Ethnomusicology
Grinnell College Full-time NTT Rachel Colwell ABD, UC Berkeley PhD, Ethnomusicology Ethnomusicology
Indiana University Full-time TT Jillian Rogers 2014, UCLA PhD, Musicology Lecturer in Musicology, University College Cork Musicology
Indiana University Full-time TT Sergio Ospina-Romero 2019, Cornell University PhD, Musicology Musicology
Maynooth University Full-time NTT Michael Palmese 2019, Louisiana State University PhD, Musicology Lecturer, Louisiana State University Musicology
McGill University Full-time TT Dorian K. Bandy 2019, University of Glasgow PhD, Musicology Musicology/Historical Performance
Melbourne Conservatorium of Music Full-time TT equivalent John Gabriel 2016, Harvard University PhD, Historical Musicology Society of Fellows in the Humanities, University of Hong Kong Musicology
Monmouth University Full-time TT Meghan Hynson 2015, UCLA PhD, Ethnomusicology Lecturer, University of Pittsburgh Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Northeastern University Full-time TT Rebekah Moore 2015, Indiana University PhD, Ethnomusicology VAP (Music Industry), Northeastern University Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Northeastern University Full-time NTT (Assistant) Byrd McDaniel 2019, Brown University PhD, Ethnomusicology Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Northeastern University Full-time NTT (Associate/Full) Robin James 2006, DePaul University PhD, Philosophy Associate Professor, UNC Charlotte Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Full-time NTT Kate Galloway 2010, U Toronto PhD, Musicology/Ethnomusicology VAP, Wesleyan University Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Rutgers University-Newark Full-time TT Kate Doyle 2018, Case Western Reserve University PhD, Musicology Lecturer, Cleveland Institute of Music Musicology
School of the Art Institute of Chicago Full-time TT Oliver Shao 2019, Indiana University Bloomington PhD, Ethnomusicology  Ethnomusicology
Skidmore College Full-time TT Charlotte D'Evelyn 2013, University of Hawaii PhD, Ethnomusicology Pomona College VAP Ethnomusicology
Texas A&M Commerce  Full-time TT Morgan Rich 2016, University of Florida PhD, Musicology Adjunct Instructor, University of Florida Musicology
Texas Christian University  Postdoc Hye-jung Park 2019, Ohio State University PhD, Ethnomusicology Historical Ethnomusicology
University of Alabama Full-time TT Christy Thomas Adams 2016, Yale University PhD, Musicology VAP, Yale School of Music Musicology
University of California, Berkeley Full-time TT Zhuqing (Lester) Hu 2019, University of Chicago PhD, Music History and Theory Musicology
University of California, Los Angeles (Chair in Jazz Studies) Full-time Terence Blanchard None None Visiting Scholar (Jazz Composition), Berklee Jazz Studies
University of California, Los Angeles (Chair in Performance Studies) Full-time Tenured William Kinderman 1980, UC Berkeley PhD, Musicology Professor of MUsic, UIUC Performance Studies
University of California, San Diego Full-time TT Matthew Leslie Santana 2019, Harvard University PhD, Ethnomusicology Musicology/Ethnomusicology
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Full-time NTT Daniel Batchelder 2018, Case Western Reserve University PhD, Musicology Adjunct Professor, Xavier University Musicology
University of Florida Full-time TT Sarah Politz 2017, Harvard University PhD, Ethnomusicology Postdoctoral Fellow in the Humanities, University of Pittsburgh Ethnomusicology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Full-time TT Carlos Roberto Ramirez 2019, Cornell University PhD, Musicology Pre-doctoral Fellow, Ithaca College Musicology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Full-time TT Makoto Takao 2017, The University of Western Australia PhD, Musicology/Ethnomusicology Research Fellow, Max Planck Institute Early Modern History
University of Louisville Full-time TT Kirsten Speyer Carithers 2017, Northwestern University PhD, Musicology Lecturer, Ohio State/ Adjunct, Capital University Musicology
University of Miami Full-time NTT Matteo Magarotto 2016, University of Cincinnati PhD, Musicology Assistant Teaching Professor, UMKC Musicology
University of North Texas Full-time TT Brian F. Wright 2018, Case Western Reserve University PhD, Musicology Assistant Professor, Fairmont State University Musicology
University of Oregon (19th Century) Full-time TT Abigail Fine 2017, University of Chicago PhD, Music History, Literature, & Theory Assistant Professor, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa  Musicology
University of Oregon (Popular Music) Full-time TT Zachary Wallmark 2014, UCLA PhD, Musicology Assistant Professor, Southern Methodist University Musicology
University of Puget Sound Full-time TT Ameera Nimjee ABD, University of Chicago PhD, Ethnomusicology Ethnomusicology
University of Redlands Full-time NTT Unknown Musicology
University of Rochester Full-time NTT Jacquelyn Sholes 2008, Brandeis University PhD, Musicology VAP, Central Connecticut University Musicology
University of Tampa Full-time NTT Anne Heminger 2019, University of Michigan PhD, Musicology Musicology
University of Texas at Arlington Full-time TT Megan Sarno 2016, Princeton University PhD, Musicology VAP, Carleton College Musicology
University of Toronto Full-time TT Lyndsey Hoh Copeland 2018, University of Oxford PhD, Ethnomusicology Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow, Stanford University Ethnomusicology
Warren Wilson College Full-time NTT Ben Krakauer 2014, University of Texas at Austin PhD, Ethnomusicology Adjunct Assistant Professor, Temple University Ethnomusicology
Washington University in St. Louis Full-time TT Esther Kurtz 2018, Brown University PhD, Ethnomusicology Postdoctoral Fellow, WUSTL Ethnomusicology
Washington University in St. Louis (Postdoc) Full-time NTT Paula Harper 2019, Columbia University PhD, Musicology Musicology
Wayne State University Full-time TT Jacek Blaszkiewicz 2018, Eastman School of Music PhD, Musicology Williams College VAP Musicology
Wesleyan University Full-time TT Saida Daukeyeva 2010, SOAS University of London PhD Ethnomusicology Research Fellow, Humboldt University Ethnomusicology
Western Michigan University Full-time TT Lauron Kehrer 2017, Eastman School of Music PhD, Musicology Asst Professor of Music, College of William & Mary Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Yale University Full-time TT Jessica Peritz ABD, University of Chicago PhD, History & Theory of Music Musicology

Schools with Failed/Canceled/Postponed Searches[]

  • Cornish College of the Arts: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Canceled)
  • Iona College: Assistant Professor, Music Program (Postponed)
  • Penn State Schuylkill: Assistant Teaching Professor Fine Arts (Canceled)
  • Rider University: Assistant Professor in Popular Music Studies (Failed)
  • Yale University Department of Music: Associate/Full Professor of Musicology (Postponed)

Jobs for 2019[]

Note: in keeping with prior practice, "Jobs for 2019" shall be interpreted as covering jobs that fall into the 2018-2019 application cycle for jobs starting during the North American / UK 2019-2020 Academic Year. Although exact start times will vary, this will generally include any positions starting between January 2019 and April 2020, and can include such things as 1-term visiting professorships, temporary lecturer opportunities, etc. Listings accidentally placed here but belonging to a preceding or following academic year will be moved appropriately.

In keeping with discussion on the previous year's wiki page, this listing welcomes postings about jobs from institutions around the world, including but not limited to: full-time tenure track faculty, full-time non-tenure track faculty, full-time community college faculty, and part-time/adjunct faculty appointments. (We do not currently post listings for part-time adjunct pools, only for specific part-time/adjunct positions.)


Tenure-track Faculty Positions, Ethnomusicology[]

California State University, Monterey Bay: Associate Professor of Music (Ethnomusicology) (Deadline: 15 December 2018) FILLED: Jeffrey A. Jones, Florida State University 2010[]

  • Job Number: FAC2018-308
  • Priority Screening Date: 12/15/2018
  • Projected Start Date: 08/19/2019
  • Position Description: The Music & Performing Arts Department at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) invites applications for an Associate Professorship in Ethnomusicology with expertise in jazz, hip hop, and/or one or more musics of the African diaspora, to begin Fall Semester 2019. The emphasis of this new position is on interdisciplinary, integrated approaches to scholarship and practice. The successful candidate will assume a reduced teaching load and the chairship of the department in their first semester of appointment, continuing for a minimum of three consecutive academic years. CSUMB is committed to the diversity of our campus community, and candidates who can contribute to that goal are particularly encouraged to apply, identifying experiences that will add to that diversity. The ideal scholar-practitioner will bring a critical intellectual approach to the literature and practice of one or more musical traditions, demonstrate a commitment to and potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly/creative productivity, and hold an interest in innovative collaboration with faculty and students from a variety of departments and backgrounds. Preference will be given to candidates with a record of published ethnomusicology research who demonstrate understanding of the CSUMB Founding Vision Statement and an ability to flexibly support (1) a music major core based on written, musicianship, and keyboard skills in common practice western notation; (2) general education courses for non-majors; and (3) courses in their individual areas of expertise.
  • RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Teach lower- and upper-division courses, which may include independent studies
  • Develop and teach general education courses
  • Commitment to developing a relevant, contemporary curriculum
  • Typical teaching load as defined by CSU-wide standards (12 credits per semester or 6 while chairing)
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology or a closely related field from an accredited doctoral program
  • Established record of ethnomusicology scholarship published in peer-reviewed academic journals
  • Established record of robust creative performance, improvisation, and/or compositional practice, in meaningful discourse with above scholarship
  • Ability to teach effectively in a wide range of courses
  • Experience working effectively in an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
  • Candidates should have achieved the rank of Associate Professor
  • Fluency in basic computer office, internet, and collaborative skills
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and skill in faculty self-governance and/or department administration
  • Basic fluency in reading, writing, and digitally engraving Common Western Music Notation
  • Expert fluency in concepts and vocabulary of western music theory
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience chairing a music department or in a similar leadership role
  • Basic fluency in concepts and vocabulary of music technology and acoustics
  • Experience teaching in and/or coordinating a lower-division music theory and musicianship core sequence
  • Experience designing and implementing department assessment and program review
  • Experience designing, maintaining, and assessing effective transfer articulations with two-year institutions
  • For full consideration, please submit:
  • Cover Letter
  • C.V.
  • Teaching Statement
  • Diversity Statement in response to the CSUMB Vision Statement
  • List of courses previously taught
  • Writing Sample (recent publication)
  • Evidence of creative practice (up to 3 examples of scores, performance videos, and/or audio recordings, submitted as a single annotated .pdf file containing hyperlinks to media hosted via Dropbox, Soundcloud, etc.)
  • 3/27 Invitation to campus interview (x4)

Duke University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 25 November 2018) FILLED: Yun Emily Wang, University of Toronto 2018 []

  • The Department of Music at Duke University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Ethnomusicology at the Assistant Professor or early-stage Associate Professor rank, appointment to begin July or August 1, 2019.
  • Duties: Teach undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in Ethnomusicology; participate actively in the profession; advise dissertations and contribute actively to the development of the new Ph.D. track in Ethnomusicology; share in departmental responsibilities.
  • Qualifications: Candidates will have received the Ph.D. degree by June 2019. A Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology or a related field is required; demonstrable evidence of scholarly publication, excellence in teaching. Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor must be no more than four years out from promotion to Associate at the time of application for this position.
  • The search committee seeks scholars whose primary research area involves Ethnomusicology. The precise area of study and specialization are open. The successful candidate will have theoretic and research interests that complement the strengths of the current graduate faculty in Music; will participate actively in developing the newly established Ethnomusicology Ph.D. track; and will be open to imaginative collaboration with other units on campus. We are receptive to a range of approaches—from social-scientific or humanistic to the performative—to undergraduate teaching.
  • Candidates should submit a letter of application describing their research agenda, a curriculum vitae, two writing samples (one of which should be an article-length document), a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references to http://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11877. Applications received by November 25, 2018 will receive full consideration.
  • 11/19 Note that the description above (copied and pasted faithfully from the original) mentions "a letter of application describing their research agenda," when the actual application (the materials required when you enter the academic jobs portal) requires a cover letter and a separate research statement.
  • 1/4: did anyone else just receive a "request for letters"? Received a note asking me to submit letters ASAP, if I had not already done so. I hadn't, since this application seemed to ask for just contact info, but not letters (though letters were "acceptable"). (x3)
  • 1/7 Request for Skype interview. 
  • 1/10 so they read the letters and came up with the long list over the weekend? this seems odd...
  • 1/11 That doesn't seem like an odd timeline to me, especially this time of year when departments are trying to get searches moved on to the next step before spring classes start up.
  • 1/12 It means the committee made the long list within two days of asking for letters and/or met over the weekend. I've been on search committees and that is extremely unusual in my experience.
  • 1/17 I agree that this seems odd. Here's why: they requested letters on 1/4. When I inquired when they wanted the letters by, they clarified that the letters should be submitted by 1/11. For someone who posted above, they requested a Skype interview as of 1/7. Thus they didn't wait for the letters to come in before asking for Skype interviews. odd ≠ bad, but definitely confusing
  • 1/22 Notified that I was not selected for the final round of interviews

Florida State University: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Ethnomusicology) (Deadline: 24 September 2018) FILLED: Panayotis League, Harvard University 2017[]

  • The Musicology area seeks a colleague to teach courses from among current undergraduate and graduate offerings and/or in the candidate’s area of expertise, and to integrate ethnomusicological and historical approaches in an environment that values interdisciplinary scholarship and hands-on performance.
  • The successful candidate will maintain an active agenda of research and publication, participate in the comprehensive mentorship of graduate students, and provide service at the international, national, state, local, and university levels to develop the field and fulfill the mission of Florida State University.
  • Qualifications: Completed Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in Ethnomusicology, Musicology, or a related discipline at time of appointment. Demonstrated record of achievement in university-level teaching experience, record of publication and ongoing research, and service. Demonstration of outstanding scholarly potential. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
  • Contact Info: For technical assistance in applying for this position, please contact Stephanie Kemp at skemp@fsu.edu or (850) 644-0415. For all other inquiries, please contact Erica Francis at efrancis@fsu.edu or (850) 644-4361.
  • Pay Plan: This is a tenure track Faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary competitive.
  • How To Apply: If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
  • Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
  • Please upload a single document that includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for four references (mailing address, phone, e-mail).
  • Open until filled: Review of applications will begin September 24, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Appointment is effective August 2019.
  • 10/7 Phone interviews underway
  • 10/22 Invitation for campus interview
  • 11/14 Rejection and notice that position has been filled. 

Skidmore College: Assistant/Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 04 November 2018) FILLED: Charlotte D'Evelyn, University of Hawaii 2013[]

  • Ethnomusicology (Assistant or Associate Professor). The Skidmore College Music Department invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Ethnomusicology. The successful applicant will teach 18 workload credits (the approximate equivalent of five courses) per year at all levels, including the possibility of an ensemble of the candidate’s design and the possibility of an all-college first-year seminar. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, and those with experience teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds, are especially encouraged to apply. Areas of specialization of interest include the music of Africa, Asia, Latin America, and other musical cultures that have been historically marginalized in the American academy. Additional teaching strengths will be welcome.
  • We seek an engaging and energetic teacher with: the ability to contribute to our curriculum in multiple and imaginative ways; a commitment to liberal-arts education and to Skidmore’s tradition of “hand and mind” (including the integration of performance and academics); good communication and interpersonal skills and an inclination toward collaboration; an established or emerging scholarly profile; and experiences and approaches that will support and contribute to the growing diversity of our academic community through teaching, research, and service.
  • Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on experience. PhD preferred; ABD considered.
  • Applications must be submitted online to http://careers.skidmore.edu/postings/2408 by November 4th and should consist of: 1) cover letter; 2) current cv; 3) contact information for 3-5 references. (Further materials, including reference letters, are not necessary at this time but may be solicited at a later time.) Questions may be referred to Jeremy Day-O’Connell, Chair (jdayocon@skidmore.edu).
  • Special Instructions to Applicant: To be considered for this position, please fill out an online application and attach the following documents: cover letter, resume and list of three references. The list must include name, title, company, email address and telephone number of three professional references. All documents must be attached through the application system. If you encounter difficulty, please contact Human Resources at: careers@skidmore.edu or 518 580.5800.
  • Request for more materials (11/20). 
  • Any movement here? (01/04/19). 
    • 1/4 With you in wondering this. Past ready to know if I make the next cut.
    • Rejection received (1/18/2019).
  • (1/2) Request for Skype interview
  • (1/25) Email stating other candidates have been invited for campus interviews.
  • Anyone else not hear anything after materials request? (01/29)
  • Campus interviews started (02/08)


University of Arizona: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: Open until filled, review begins 01 February 2019)[]

  • It is with great enthusiasm that the University of Arizona Fred Fox School of Music and the Graduate College announce a search for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) of Ethnomusicology for the 2019-2020 academic year. The successful candidate should have experience in the application of music and arts knowledge to collaborative problem-solving, incorporating broadly ethnographic and cross-disciplinary perspectives.
  • The hire will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels in the Fred Fox School of Music; recruit and mentor outstanding students; and provide leadership in developing a new graduate interdisciplinary program (GIDP) in Applied Intercultural Arts Research (formerly known as the graduate interdisciplinary program in Applied Ethnomusicology and Intercultural Arts Research).
  • The GIDP is managed by the Graduate College and offers a Master of Arts and a PhD in partnership with six other academic colleges: Education, Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Public Health. The successful candidate will have a tenure home in the Fred Fox School of Music (FFSoM), which is a comprehensive music program offering instruction and degrees in musical performance, music education, composition, musicology and theory. Included in those programs are the Master of Music (MM) in Ethnomusicology and the minor in ethnomusicology for Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) students in performance and composition.
  • Candidates should be committed to fostering interdisciplinary partnerships and to promoting diverse and inclusive environments. The position has an anticipated start date of August 2019.
  • Duties & Responsibilities
  • Teach, mentor and advise students in the Fred Fox School of Music and the Applied Intercultural Arts Research GIDP.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and develop new courses, as needed, to support the mission of the FFSoM and the GIDP.
  • Chair the Applied Intercultural Arts Research GIDP and thereby participate, on a reasonable basis, in some aspects of the day-to-day running of the program, such as organizing seminars and colloquia and helping with recruitment activities.
  • Conduct research and secure funding that would support GIDP students in independent research that integrates intercultural perspectives uniting the arts in the service of problem-solving in education, public health, science, humanities, and social and behavioral science.
  • Provide service to the Department, College, University, and the field.
  • Enhance the reputation of the Applied Intercultural Arts Research GIDP and increase its ability to recruit outstanding students.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong research skills. Strong record of teaching, advising, and mentoring students. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Knowledge of and experience with interdisciplinary projects and programs
  • Minimum Qualifications: Earned Ph.D. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, evidenced by course evaluations, teaching awards, or other means.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of ability to secure research grants. Experience mentoring graduate students. Record of high-quality research published in leading academic journal
  • Posting Number: F21757
  • Desired Start Date: 08/12/2019
  • Contact Information for Candidates::Don Traut, Chair, dgtraut@email.arizona.edu
  • Open Date: 01/22/2019
  • Open Until Filled: Yes
  • Review Begins On: 02/01/2019
  • Special Instructions Summary: The following documents must be electronically uploaded with your application:
  • 1. Cover Letter
  • 2. Curriculum Vitae
  • 3. Statement of Research Interests
  • 4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • 5. Diversity Statement
  • 6. Service Statement
  • Letters of recommendation may be requested at a later date from finalists only.
  • 2/22 Request for reference letters (x2)
  • 2/28 Notified as semi-finalist
  • 3/11 Skype Interview requested
  • 3/25 Campus Interview requested (x2)

University of Florida: Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 15 November 2018) FILLED: Sarah Politz, Harvard 2017[]

  • The University of Florida School of Music seeks an academic colleague prepared to interact fully in the life of a vital and collegial department that strives to integrate the values and approaches of ethnomusicology and historical musicology, to mentor graduate and undergraduate students at the highest levels, and to work collaboratively within the department, school, and College of the Arts.
  • Responsibilities
  • Teach graduate and undergraduate seminars and courses in the ethnomusicology area
  • Advise theses, dissertations, and honors projects
  • Pursue a vigorous research agenda
  • Participate fully in faculty governance and the life of the School of Music, College of the Arts, and the University of Florida
  • Qualifications
  • Earned PhD
  • Excellence in college-level teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development
  • Evidence of established and active research
  • Evidence of success in promoting an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Ability to complement existing programs.
  • Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 16, 2018 and continue until a candidate pool is established. To ensure full consideration, all application documents must be submitted by November 15, 2018. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority. Application Process: Applications must be submitted via the University of Florida’s online application system at http://apply.interfolio.com/56443.
  • Online applications must include the following:
  • Detailed letter of application that explains how you match the particular qualifications of this position and how your work and perspective will contribute to and enhance our transformative community
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research narrative
  • Teaching philosophy
  • Diversity statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time.
  • Nominations and inquiries may be sent to: Jennifer Thomas, Chair, Ethnomusicology Search Committee, Email: jthomas@arts.ufl.edu
  • The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
  • Request for more materials (11/20). 
  • Request for Skype interview (12/03). 
  • On-campus interviews scheduled (01/01)

University of Puget Sound: Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 28 September 2018) FILLED: Ameera Nimjee, ABD University of Chicago[]

  • Appointment: Full-time, tenure track appointment; begins Fall Term 2019
  • Responsibilities: The University of Puget Sound seeks an ethnomusicologist to broaden and diversify our curriculum by designing and teaching courses for music majors and general students. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in non-Western music; other areas of teaching are dependent on an applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the program. Responsibilities also include advising students, participating in School of Music and university governance, and participating in efforts to recruit and support a more diverse student body. We seek a candidate who shares Puget Sound's commitment to innovative pedagogy that includes experiential learning, collaboration with on-campus interdisciplinary programs, and off-campus opportunities in International Studies.
  • Qualifications: PhD in Ethnomusicology or PhD in Musicology with significant background in Ethnomusicology; ABD considered. Commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education.
  • Required Documents:
  • Letter of interest that speaks to the qualifications for the position
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Diversity statement (see prompt below)
  • Philosophy of teaching statement
  • Three (3) letters of reference. You will be asked to specify the email addresses of reference providers at the time of application and the system will email these providers on the next business day.
  • Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit application materials no later than September 28, 2018 to ensure consideration.
  • (10/19) Request for additional materials (teaching video & writing sample) (x3)
  • (11/21) Any movement here?
  • 11/27 Skype interview requested
  • 3/21 Notified via email that a finalist has accepted the position.

University of Toronto: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 31 December 2018) FILLED: Lyndsey Hoh Copeland, Oxford 2018[]

  • The Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure-stream position in Ethnomusicology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2019.
  • Applicants should have earned a PhD degree in Ethnomusicology or a related area by time of appointment, or shortly thereafter. We are interested in applicants who complement the existing strengths of our program and have demonstrated excellence in research and teaching, and compelling plans for graduate and undergraduate instruction.
  • Duties will include research and publication, undergraduate and graduate teaching, dissertation advising, and university service. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive and externally funded research program.
  • Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by a record of publications or forthcoming publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing. 
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments as evidenced in a teaching dossier that includes a teaching statement, teaching evaluations and sample course materials submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. 
  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 
  • All qualified candidates are invited to apply online through this University of Toronto webpage . Applications must include
  • a curriculum vitae 
  • a cover letter
  • a research statement
  • two writing samples
  • a teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, teaching evaluations, sample course materials, and a proposal for a graduate seminar related to your research.
  • All application materials should be submitted online. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF or MS Word format. If you have questions about this UofT position or the application process, please contact dean.music@utoronto.ca.
  • Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of reference, printed on letterhead, signed and scanned and sent to the search committee directly by the referee to Prof. Don McLean, Search Committee Chair and Dean, Faculty of Music, at dean.music@utoronto.ca by December 31, 2018. 
  • The review of applications will begin on December 31, 2018, and the posting will remain open until filled.
  • The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, racialized persons / persons of colour, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
  • All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
  • 02/22 - Any news here?
  • 3/3 late Feb. early March: campus Interviews underway.

Washington University in St. Louis: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 01 October 2018) FILLED: Esther Kurtz, Brown University 2018[]

  • Washington University in St. Louis Department of Music announces a tenure-track position in ethnomusicology at the assistant professor rank to begin in Fall semester 2019. Consideration will be given to all subfields.
  • Qualifications: Candidates should have a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology (ABD applicants must complete the Ph.D. before taking up the position). Candidates should demonstrate significant post-doctoral teaching experience, a promising record of publications, and demonstrated excellence in teaching.
  • Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of expertise; pursue research and publication; supervise independent projects, theses, and dissertations; and participate on department and university committees.
  • Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin on October 1, 2018 and continue until the search is concluded.
  • Application: Send cover letter (addressed to Prof. Patrick Burke), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Kim Daniels at daniels@wustl.edu.
  • 10/17 - request for additional materials (writing sample, syllabi) x2
  • 11/8 - request for Skype interview
  • 11/29 - Has anyone heard anything back yet?
  • 11/29 - request for campus interview
  • 3/8 - notification that another candidate has accepted the position

Wesleyan University: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 4 September 2018) FILLED: Saida Daukeyeva, SOAS University of London 2010[]

  • The Wesleyan University Music Department seeks a highly creative scholar with a primary background in ethnomusicology. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses and graduate seminars, advising undergraduate and graduate theses, administrative duties, and the possibility of directing a performing ensemble. Interests that cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge and expand upon canonical thinking as well as the Music Department’s traditions, are welcome. This is a full-time tenure track position to begin July 1, 2019.
  • Duties: Teaching undergraduate courses and graduate seminars, advising undergraduate honors and M.A. theses, Ph.D. dissertations, and undergraduate students (majors and non-majors), and administrative responsibilities including participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level. When appropriate, teaching may include directing a performing ensemble. The teaching load is two courses per semester.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in ethnomusicology or related field completed by the time of appointment for Assistant Professor; otherwise, the candidate may be hired as an Instructor, but must complete the Ph.D. within one year of hire.
  • Special Instructions To Applicants: You will be asked to upload electronic versions of the items we require, which are 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) work samples, which could include published articles or reviews, a dissertation chapter, audio or video recordings, or any combination that best reflects your scholarly interests and potential, 4) statement of teaching philosophy. As part of the teaching statement (or cover letter), we invite you to describe your cultural competencies and experiences engaging a diverse student body.
  • A pdf of the full job announcement: https://wesfiles.wesleyan.edu/home/echarry/Wesleyan_EthnomusicologyPost_2018.pdf
  • Applications completed on or before September 4, 2018 will receive full consideration. Apply at:http://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/6361
  • 10/3 - Invitation for Campus Interview
  • 3/1 Please don't post candidate names unless/until an offer is accepted.
  • (it was that is public knowledge at the university)
  • In that case, please post it as "Offer accepted," not "Offer made."
  • 2/28 Offer has been made and accepted last semester Saida Daukeyeva

Tenure-track Faculty Positions, Musicology[]

Bard College: Tenure-track Professor of Music History (Open Rank) (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • Tenure-track Professor of Music History (Open Rank)
  • Location: Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
  • Open Date: Oct 29, 2018
  • Deadline: Dec 15, 2018 Jan 15, 2019 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
  • Description: The Music Program at Bard College solicits applications for a tenure-track position in performance and music history with a specialty in Baroque and pre-classical music. Geographic and theoretical specializations are open. Bard is a liberal arts college located two hours North of New York City in the Hudson Valley. It has a music program and conservatory with an international reputation which includes Bard Summerscape and the Bard Music Festival. The college has a strong tradition of progressive education and academic, literary, and artistic innovation.
  • Qualifications: The candidate should be a practicing musician with strong skills in keyboard playing including organ and continuo who could maintain and expand the existing Baroque music ensemble. Duties will include advising students and teaching advanced and introductory courses in performance and history. Candidates with teaching skills in music theory are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with an established performance career and with evidence and an expectation of maintaining both creative and scholarly activities.
  • Application Instructions: To apply please submit curriculum vitae, letter of interest describing research and teaching interests, any relevant scholarship and/or recordings, and the names of four contact references through Interfolio. com. Deadline for submission is December 15, 2018. January 15, 2019.
  • 12/13 Deadline extended to January 15.
  • 3/22 Any news?
  • 3/14 Campus Interview Scheduled

Baylor University: Assistant Professor in Musicology (Deadline: 01 October 2018) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • Rank: Assistant Professor
  • Tenure Information: Tenure Track
  • Responsibilities: Responsibilities of the position involve teaching courses on the history of 20th/21st-century art music as well as topics in the scholar’s particular field of expertise. Teaching responsibilities include the core undergraduate music history sequence course History of Music from World War I to the Present, graduate seminars in 20th/21st-century music, and may also include courses in Jazz, Popular Musics, American Musics, and other courses as assigned. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active agenda of research and publication, as well as coordinate closely with the musicology faculty. Other duties include service and participation in area, divisional, School of Music, and University activities.
  • Required Qualifications: Completed PhD in Musicology or related field at time of appointment August 2019; teaching experience at the collegiate level; and evidence of scholarly productivity or potential.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching both majors and non-majors preferred.
  • Desired Start Date: 08/01/2019
  • Open Date: 08/30/2018
  • SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Screening of applicants will begin 10/01/2018 and will continue until the position is filled.
  • Applicants should submit the following materials electronically: Signed letter of application detailing qualifications and experience, curriculum vitae, list of references
  • 10/5 Question: does "list of references" mean that formal letters of recommendation will be solicited? I believe, in this case at least, it did mean that. I didn't realize this when I put in the application. Wondering if my recommenders should expect to write letters in every case where "contact info" or "list of references" is what the application calls for.
  • 11/8 Request for more materials (x4)
  • 12/10 Request for Skype interview (x2)
  • 1/28 Request for campus visit
  • 3/4 Offer extended and accepted

Bowling Green State University: Assistant Professor - Musicology 20th-21st Century (Deadline: 13 October 2018) FILLED: Ryan Ebright, UNC-Chapel Hill 2014[]

  • Opened Date: 09/13/2018
  • Closing Date: 10/13/2018
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Musicology/Composition and Theory, College of Musical Arts, Bowling Green State University. Tenure-track faculty position available August 19, 2019.
  • Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching music history and other related courses on the undergraduate and graduate levels to both majors and non-majors; supervising Master’s theses; recruiting graduate students for the MM program in Music History; working with students in our DMA in Contemporary Music program; developing a research agenda that leads to publications in the fields of 20th- and 21st-century music; serving the department, college and university as well as the profession at a national level; and contributing to the artistic and intellectual environment of the college and the university. Additional duties may be assigned by the department chair and/or dean.
  • Minimum Qualifications & Salary:
  • 1. Doctorate (earned Ph.D.) in Historical Musicology.
  • 2. Demonstrated research productivity through one or more published or in press journal articles or book chapters related to music of the 20th-21st centuries in peer-reviewed music outlets.
  • 3. Minimum of one year experience teaching music history courses at the college level.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1. Secondary expertise in critical theory, aesthetics, interdisciplinary studies, cultural studies, demonstrated through cognate area or research activity (one or more conference presentations or publications on a relevant topic) is desirable.
  • Additional Information:
  • Credentials required for application:
  • 1. Cover Letter
  • 2. Curriculum Vitae
  • 3. Names and contact information for three professional references
  • At a later date, finalists for the position will be asked to submit an original final transcript showing highest degree earned.
  • Application Deadline: October 13, 2018
  • Further Information: Questions concerning the search may be directed to Dr. Effie Papanikolaou, search committee chair (papane@bgsu.edu). You may also visit the college website at www.bgsu.edu/music.
  • 10/8 Again, noting the ambiguity here: "three professional references." Are these people going to upload letters of recommendation? Or simply be there to answer the phone if someone wants to call? This makes a difference. I don't know why the job listings can't be clear on this point. This ambiguity is everywhere.
  • 10/16 Request for additional materials (one sample of scholarship) (x3)
  • 10/29 Skype interview request (x2)
  • 12/14 Campus interview request (x2)
  • 2/26 Offer made and accepted

Brandon University: Assistant Professor (Musicology) (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • The School of Music invites applications for a full-time, probationary tenure-track position in Musicology (area of specialization open), subject to budgetary approval. The successful candidate will teach a range of core and elective undergraduate courses, a graduate-level research methods course and provide leadership in curriculum and program development, maintain an active research profile, and contribute to the academic life of the institution and their field.
  • Rank and Salary: Dependent upon qualifications and experience
  • Qualifications: PhD in Musicology or related field preferred, ABD candidates will be considered; post-secondary teaching experience is an asset
  • Application deadline: January 15, 2019 or until position is filled
  • Applications should include a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, a sample publication, and the names and contact information of three references. Address applications to: Greg Gatien, Dean, School of Music, Brandon University. E-mail applications to gatieng@brandonu.ca.
  • We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
  • Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
  • Issued: December 10 2018
  • 1/30 Invite for campus interview
  • 3/8 Any news?

Carleton College: Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: 15 November 2018) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • Carleton College invites applications for a tenure-track position in musicology, at the Assistant Professor level, to begin September 1, 2019. This position will typically include teaching five courses per year over three 10-week terms (2-2-1 teaching load). The PhD or its imminent completion is required.
  • We seek a colleague who will be able to lead our course offerings in Western art music, who is a dynamic classroom presence, and who has experience teaching a wide variety of musics in a liberal arts setting. A strong preference will be given to candidates with research and teaching interests in art music of the 20th and 21st centuries. We also seek candidates with interdisciplinary interests that complement our current departmental strengths and fit into Carleton’s current intellectual community (e.g., Media Studies, Gender Studies, Ethnic Studies, etc.), as well as those who are able to combine elements of classroom and performance study; we encourage candidates to highlight these aspects of their background and teaching experience.
  • Carleton faculty members are committed to mentoring and advising a diverse student body. Candidates with particular experience teaching or leading conversations surrounding difficult questions pertaining to diverse viewpoints should speak to this in their application materials.
  • Application Documents: To apply, please visit the Carleton College website at jobs.carleton.edu to complete the online application, including a letter of application; c.v.; and statements describing your teaching philosophy and your research. No further materials are required until requested. Application deadline is November 15, 2018.
  • 10/5 This is likely to be an inside hire.
  • (10/6) How is it known that this is an inside hire? Please advise.
  • 10/15 I am on the search committee. We are seeking the most qualified candidate possible, and will consider all applications carefully. Everyone should apply!
  • 12/7 Request for Skype Interview (x2)
  • 1/4 Invitation for campus interview
  • 1/30 Rejection email sent to general applicant pool.
  • 2/22 Rejection email; indicates I was "in the small group of semifinalists we kept under active consideration until the very end," but I was never contacted after my initial application submission in November...
    • 2/23 I'm in some other, sad pool of folks that have not heard anything at all at any point... (let alone a rejection) (x2)
  • 3/6 Everyone should have heard by now. The search is complete. We have triple-checked, and responses should have been sent to all applicants (in different forms and at different times). I am on the search committee.

Dartmouth College: Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: 01 November 2018) FILLED: Richard Beaudoin, Brandeis 2008 (PhD Composition & Music Theory)[]

  • The Department of Music at Dartmouth College seeks outstanding candidates for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Teaching responsibilities will focus on Western art music history and theory. We will prioritize candidates with the demonstrated ability to make music come alive in the undergraduate classroom through performance and/or creative pedagogies. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2018.
  • Qualifications: Completed PhD or DMA or equivalent professional achievement required by the July 1, 2019 starting date.
  • Application Instructions: Submit cover letter and CV via Interfolio.
  • Also posted at Music Theory/Composition 2018-19
  • Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
  • 10/31 I don't see an option to attach letters to the interfolio application. Is it right to conclude that they don't want letters for the first round?
  • 11/19 rejection email received. (x6)
    • 11/21 The email cited 322(!) applications for this position.
  • 11/19 - additional materials requested (x4)
  • 1/3 - rejection from long list (x4)
  • 7/17 - does anyone know what happened with this search?
    • 9/21 - looking at the faculty page, appears to have gone to Richard Beaudoin

Indiana University: Assistant Professor(s) of Music (Musicology) (Deadline: 19 October 2018) FILLED: Jillian Rogers, UCLA 2014 AND Sergio Ospina-Romero, Cornell 2019[]

  • The Jacobs School of Music seeks candidates for two tenure-track positions in musicology at the rank of Assistant Professor. Responsibilities will include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in music history and literature and musicology; advising Ph.D. dissertations and D.M. research projects; maintaining an active program of research and scholarly publication; and participating on departmental and School of Music committees and in other departmental activities.
  • Basic Qualifications: Research interests in music complementary to those of the current musicology faculty. We are particularly interested in demonstrated expertise in music of 1850 to the present and seek to expand the musicology department’s offerings in African diasporic music, media studies, and art music. Global musicological perspectives are welcome. A completed PhD or equivalent in the field of musicology, music history, or related.
  • Salary and Rank: Assistant Professor. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Special Instructions: A complete application consists of a letter of application and curriculum vitae, along with contact information for three professional references. A message with instructions about uploading letters of reference will be sent automatically to each of your reference providers upon the submission of your application. Please do not send audio/video files or other materials unless requested to do so. If you need assistance in completing your application, contact: Cecilia Fleming, Assistant to the Executive Associate Dean, (812) 855-5541 ceciflem@indiana.edu
  • The Jacobs School of Music is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address how they can contribute to this goal.
  • For Best Consideration Date: 10/19/2018
  • 11/30 Request for writing sample (x2)
  • 1/25 Any movement here?
  • 2/1 Still haven't heard anything.
  • 2/6 Campus visits have been arranged
  • 3/26 Offer made for one of the positions.
  • 3/27 Offer made and accepted (4/6) for the other position. 

McGill University: Assistant/Associate Professor in Historical Performance Practice and Musicology (Deadline: 09 January 2019) FILLED: Dorian Komanoff Bandy, University of Glasgow 2019[]

  • Tenure-Track Faculty Position, Open to rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
  • Canada Research Chair Tier 2 in Historical Performance Practice and Musicology
  • Faculty: Schulich School of Music
  • Department/School: Performance/Music Research.
  • The Canada Research Chair is also open to internal candidates who already hold a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at McGill University.
  • We invite applications for a tenure-track position in Historical Performance Practice and Musicology, held jointly in the Departments of Performance and Music Research at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, for an initial 3-year appointment beginning August 1, 2019. Baroque violin performance specialization and 17th/18th-century research focus preferred. Other instruments and areas of musicological research will be considered.
  • The successful candidate who satisfies the eligibility conditions of the Canada Research Chair (CRC) program may be supported by the University for nomination to a Tier 2 Chair in Historical Performance Practice and Musicology, which provides protected time for research within a full-time academic appointment. Nominees for Tier 2 Chair positions must be emerging scholars and hold the rank of assistant or associate professors, or possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed to these levels. A nominee who is more than 10 years from having earned his or her highest degree and has experienced legitimate career interruptions (e.g., maternity or parental leave, extended sick leave, clinical training, and family care) will be taken into consideration using the Tier 2 justifications process.
  • Eligibility conditions for CRCs are found at http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/program-programme/nominationmise_en_candidature-eng.aspx
  • JOB DUTIES: Instrumental teaching and ensemble coaching and/or leading; teaching music history and performance practice courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; supervision of graduate students in musicology and performance. Active participation in administrative and service duties associated with a university professorship is expected.
  • Qualifications and Education Requirements: Completed doctorate preferred; ABD with expected 2020 completion will be considered. Candidates should demonstrate an active profile as both a performer and a researcher, and have significant instrumental teaching experience.
  • Candidates who do not satisfy the CRC eligibility criteria for a Tier 2 Chair are nonetheless invited to apply for the position.
  • Application Deadline: January 9, 2019
  • APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested persons are invited to submit their application using our on-line application form to be found at http://www.mcgill.ca/music/about-us/employment.
  • The following supporting documents are required:
  • A cover letter and curriculum vitae
  • A statement of research
  • Supporting materials, including audio and/or video recordings, and/or a website link
  • The names and contact information of three referees. For Tier 2 nominees at the rank of Assistant Professor who are within three years of their PhD, one referee must be the PhD supervisor.
  • Short-listed candidates will be invited to give teaching demonstrations in performance and music history, give a short recital and a research presentation, and meet with members of the search committee. Further inquiries may be addressed to search.musicperformance@mcgill.ca
  • For internal applicants only: Supporting documents include a recent curriculum vitae and a statement of research aligned with the designated subject area for the Chair.
  • All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

University of Alabama: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Deadline: 01 December 2018)[]

  • The School of Music at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. A Ph.D. in historical musicology is required by time of appointment; college teaching experience required. We seek a creative and collegial musicologist whose scholarly interests center on post-1900 music.
  • Primary duties will include the teaching of a wide range of courses in music history and musicology at the graduate and undergraduate levels, including graduate seminars and undergraduate surveys; maintaining an active scholarly production suitable for a research institution; serving on graduate student advisory committees as well as School of Music and University committees; directing theses and other research projects when appropriate.
  • Employment begins August 16, 2019.
  • To apply for this position, please complete an online application at: https://facultyjobs.ua.edu
  • Upload a cover letter of application and a curriculum vitae, and send at least three letters of recommendation to the mailing address below (or as signed emails). Only applicants who complete the online application will be considered for the position.
  • The committee will begin reviewing applications on November 15, 2018,December 1, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. If you have questions, please contact:
Dr. Don Fader
Chair, Search Committee
email: djfader at ua.edu
  • Send letters of recommendation to:
Chair, Musicology Search Committee
The University of Alabama School of Music
Box 870366
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
djfader at ua.edu
  • 11/5 Letters of recommendation can be sent "as signed emails." But to what address? Any thoughts?
  • 11/6 the search chair confirmed by email that his email address should be used for rec letters
  • 11/16 Review deadline has been extended to 01 December
  • 12/10 Request for skype interview
  • 2/7 Request for campus visit

University of California, Berkeley: Assistant Professor – Music History, Middle Ages to 1750 (Deadline: 07 November 2018) FILLED: Zhuqing (Lester) Hu, University of Chicago 2019[]

  • The Department of Music at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor in Musicology, with an expected start date of July 1, 2019.
  • We seek a historian specializing in music before 1750. The successful candidate will be doing innovative work that increases the diversity and intellectual range of the field, connecting areas that might include the history of performance and musical technologies, ritual and religious practices, the history of science, critical histories of the senses and theories of affect, the emergence and limits of humanism and the human, the anthropology of sound, and music-making in the colonial world.
  • Basic Minimum Qualifications: The completion of all PhD, or international equivalent, degree requirements except the dissertation at the time of application.
  • All application items must be submitted electronically by November 7, 2018. Please go to the following link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01917
  • Applications must include:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Writing sample not to exceed 12,000 words (article, dissertation chapter, or book chapter, published or in press).
  • Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service (For additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity).
  • Three letters of recommendation.
  • Applicants are also encouraged to submit a statement of contributions to diversity, addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.
  • The Department encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service. We recognize that a diverse workforce is essential for maintaining legitimacy as a public university dedicated to serving the needs of our increasingly diverse state. The Department is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please visit http://ofew.berkeley.edu/new-faculty.
  • All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer to potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality (http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html).
  • Please direct questions to Nicholas Mathew, Committee Chair, at nicholas.mathew@berkeley.edu. Department of Music, 104 Morrison Hall #1200, Berkeley, CA 94720-1200. Questions about the application process can be directed to Kris Andrews, Academic HR Analyst, at musichr@berkeley.edu.
  • 12/17 Invitation for campus interview

University of Indianapolis: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Deadline: None listed, posted 24 October 2018)[]

  • JOB DESCRIPTION: The Department of Music in the Shaheen College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Indianapolis is seeking a faculty member beginning in August 2019, for a nine-month, tenure track appointment at the assistant professor level.
  • The individual in this position will coordinate and teach the undergraduate music history core. A secondary specialization in ethnomusicology is desirable as is the ability to develop and implement elective courses in music for non-majors in areas determined by the candidate’s interests. Candidates must demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching music history at the undergraduate level and provide evidence of scholarly achievement and promise. Leadership and vision to develop and deliver a unified approach to music history throughout the core curriculum is essential. The successful candidate will maintain an active agenda of research and publication, participate in student advising including honors theses, and provide service within the university and the community to promote the mission of the University of Indianapolis.
  • RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Teach 24 credit hours per year
  • Provide service to the department, college, University, and/or community
  • Make scholarly contributions to the discipline
  • Maintain an active agenda of research and publication
  • Participate in student advising including honors theses
  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • Record of excellence in teaching music history at the undergraduate level
  • Provide evidence of scholarly achievement and promise
  • PhD in Musicology or Music History
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues within and outside of the department
  • SPECIAL NOTE: If you do not receive a confirmation e-mail within minutes of your job application submission, please check your email bulk or spam folders.
  • 10/25 I couldn't find a deadline or application requirements without starting an application myself. If anyone can find them, please post. -5120j
  • Application Requirements: Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Unofficial Transcripts, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, Cover Letter, Letters of Recommendation 
  • 10/25  FYI: for letters, the instructions state to attach a single PDF that contains 3 letters of recommendation. (I didn't see anything about a closing/best consideration date, though.)
  • Request for Skype interview, 12/2
  • 12/17 Position removed from HigherEdJobs - no longer open

University of Louisville: Assistant/Associate Professor - Musicology (Deadline: 18 January 2019) FILLED: Kirsten Speyer Carithers, Northwestern 2017[]

  • Deadline to apply: January 18, 2019
  • Effective Date: August 1, 2019
  • The University of Louisville School of Music is seeking a candidate in Musicology with primary specialization(s) in music after 1900. Those with research specialties in additional areas (such as Jazz studies, popular music studies, ethnomusicology, etc.) are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Appointment: The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching graduate seminars, a course on western art music (1870-present) that is part of the three-semester undergraduate history sequence, and introductory non-major courses, as well as providing service to the department, university, and discipline. In addition, responsibilities may include advising theses and independent studies. Tenure-track faculty must undertake independent scholarly activity appropriate for advancement within the School of Music.
  • Qualifications
  • Applicants must present evidence of scholarly accomplishment and effective teaching.
  • The completed Ph.D. is a preferred qualification for applicant and is a requirement for successful tenure consideration.
  • Experience with web-based instruction and use of current classroom technology tools will be an advantage.
  • 11/27: the application site seems to be missing some of the usual components. I started an app to see what documents are required, and it only allowed for a CV upload. No space for a cover letter, contact info. for references, etc., unless I missed a page somehow. (Good old PeopleSoft!)  If anyone sorts it out, would appreciate insight. (x2)
  • 12/2 It says "please submit a current curriculum vitae, cover letter of application, and three current letters of recommendation to Chair, Musicology Search Committee, School of Music, University of Louisville, Louisville KY 40292." Elsewhere within the application system, it says: "Only ONE attachment can be uploaded per application. If you wish to include a cover letter or other documents, please combine them as one document with your resume/cv, save the document with a simple short title that contains only letters, spaces, or numbers (Do not use any special characters except for _ (underscore) or - (hyphen) in the resume filename) and then upload." I'm taking this to mean that I should put my CV and cover letter into one file and upload, but I will also put all that along with three letters into an Interfolio delivery and send it off to that address. You'll probably be OK just sending the three letters separate from CV and cover letter, but it can't hurt.
  • 12/15 I’m the Chair of this Search Committee, and I was appointed after the open position was posted on our HR website with application instructions. I’m writing to clarify or modify three points about the position and how to apply. First, the job is actually open at both Assistant Professor or Associate Professor levels. (That is made clear in the HR position description of rank, although it is not clear from the header of the position announcement.) Second, the deadline for applications is 18 January, after which the website will not accept them. Third, because our HR website only permits the upload of a single file, any or all of the additional items may be sent to me at r.jemian@louisville.edu. (Applicants are encouraged to send their materials as pdfs via email; of course, any documents sent through USPS will be accepted.) The required items for initial consideration after online application at the UofL job website are: cover letter, c.v., and three letters of reference—whether sent from a hosting service such as Interfolio or directly from reference writers.
  • 12/18 Thank you for clarifying! I've updated the job title and deadline. -5120j
  • 1/21 Request for additional materials (x2)
  • 2/13 Invitation for skype interview
  • 4/26 Offer made and accepted

University of North Texas: Assistant Professor - Music (Deadline: 10 December 2018) FILLED: Brian F. Wright, Case Western Reserve University 2018 []

  • The College of Music invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor beginning August 2019. Duties will include: developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in popular music, film music, and/or music and media; teaching occasional courses in Western music history; pursuing collaborations with colleagues throughout the College of Music specializing in popular and commercial music, jazz, and/or music and media; maintaining an active program of research and scholarly publication; recruiting students into the graduate program in music history; serving on undergraduate and graduate advisory committees (BM, MA, PhD, and DMA); serving on divisional/college/university committees; and other duties as assigned by the Division and/or College.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in historical musicology at time of appointment; excellence in college-level teaching as demonstrated by service as a faculty member and/or teaching assistant/fellow; an active research agenda; expertise in popular music, film music, and/or music and media as evidenced in a PhD dissertation and/or scholarly publications.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Engagement with recent theoretical approaches to popular music, film music, and/or music and media; emphasis in voices and communities traditionally marginalized in narratives of music history; experience in on-line or blended course development.
  • Review of Applications Begins: 12-10-2018
  • Required Applicant Documents: Curriculum Vita, Cover Letter, List of Names and Contact Information of Three References, Example of Professional Writing
  • Request for Skype interview (1/29)
  • Invitation for campus interview (2/20)

University of Oregon: Assistant Professor of Musicology (19th-Century) (Deadline: 26 November 2018) FILLED: Abigail Fine, University of Chicago 2017[]

  • The School of Music and Dance is seeking highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor of Musicology position to begin September 16, 2019.
  • Primary responsibilities will be to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in music history and literature while maintaining an active program of appropriate research and publication. Must be able to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in nineteenth-century music. Additional classes may cover (but are not limited to): twentieth-century survey and history of opera/musical theatre/dance genres. Research topics should complement those of our current faculty and may involve issues of gender and sexuality, critical theory, and public musicology. In addition, candidates will advise graduate and undergraduate research projects including theses and dissertations. Additional duties dependent upon qualifications and interests of the applicant, and the needs of the school. Serve on committees and perform other appropriate university service.
  • Minimum Requirements
  • Doctorate in musicology by time of appointment
  • Evidence of potential for significant scholarship is expected
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college level is essential
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Specialization in Classic period, 19th century, or 20th century, or history of opera, theater, and/or dance will be considered advantageous
  • Significant experience teaching music literature classes to general campus studies
  • Application Deadline: November 26 2018; position open until filled.
  • Required Application Materials: Apply online by uploading:
  • CV or résumé
  • Letter of application describing your background, professional/teaching interests, and qualifications for the position including the equity and inclusion
  • The names and contact information (addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses) for three professional references; indicate your professional and/or academic relationship to each
  • A PDF with a sample of scholarly writing;
  • A PDF with three statements: (1) Your academic accomplishments and future plans, (2) your teaching experience and approach, and (3) your personal contributions to foster an environment of equity and inclusion for faculty, staff, and, students from diverse backgrounds. (see equity and inclusion statement below).
  • Any movement on this? (12/18) 
  • Short list notification (1/16) 
  • Scheduling campus visits (2/10)
  • 4/9 Email from Dean's office stating Abigail Fine has accepted the position. 

University of Texas at Arlington: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Deadline: 15 November 2018) FILLED: Megan Sarno, Princeton University 2016[]

  • The Department of Music at the University of Texas at Arlington is inviting applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Music/musicology at the University of Texas at Arlington.
  • Duties: Teach courses in music history, music literature, and related areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels, engage in focused and significant research that leads to substantive and multiple publications in top-tier national journals with high scholarly impact in the candidate's area of specialization, contribute to the growth and development of the Department of Music, the College of Liberal Arts, the University, and the profession through participation in committees, departmental activities, and other service. Other duties may be assigned based on the candidate's qualifications and the needs of the department
  • Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent in Musicology, Music History, or a related field by time of appointment. Preferred research specialties include music and its relationship to film and the stage; ethnomusicology; the study of music and arts economies and how they interact with the private and public sectors; or ludomusicology. Other musicology research agendas pertaining to the four pillars of the University's Strategic Plan (Health and the Human Condition, Sustainable Urban Communities, Global Environmental Impact, and Data-Driven Discovery) are also encouraged and welcomed. Demonstrated record of excellence, or evidence for potential excellence, in teaching music history at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Demonstrated record of publication or evidence of potential for substantial scholarly research
  • Review of applications will begin November 15, 2018, and continue until the position is filled.
  • To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/7218 and submit the following materials: 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, and 3) email addresses of three references who can provide (within the last 12 months) letters of recommendation. Do not submit additional materials at this time.
  • 9/18: Where is the 11/15 review date coming from? On the linked job posting page it says open until filled...
  • 9/20 The AMS-L post said review begins 11/15.
  • 10/17: Does anyone know when references will be contacted—right after application, or later in the process? 
  • 11/30 References have been contacted. (x5)
  • 12/08 Request for Skype interview (x3)
  • 12/18 Invitation for campus interview
  • 2/28 Phone call from chair indicating offer had been made and accepted.
    • 3/18 Rejection received, ~3 weeks later.

Wayne State University: Assistant Professor-Music History (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 08 October 2018) FILLED: Jacek Blaszkiewicz, Eastman 2018[]

  • Review of applications begins December 3, 2018.
  • Posting Number: 043913
  • The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music history, Music Appreciation for non-majors, and serve on Department, College and University committees as appropriate and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications: The Department seeks candidates with a PhD in musicology, two years of college-level teaching experience across the spectrum of Western music (may include teaching assistant positions), a record of peer-reviewed scholarly activity, and experience with current classroom instructional technology.
  • 10/11 - Any contact information for inquiries? Only list of referees seem required, not actual letters of reference?
    • 10/15 - Only a list of references is required for the initial application (I'm told 3-5 is the norm).  Letters of recommendation will be solicited once the search committee narrows things down.  (Confirmed via email.)
  • 10/18 - the listing seems to have been taken down; I get an error from the link, and it's no longer in job listings. Any info?
  • Still working for me as of 10/21 - from the HR home page, go to Search Postings on the left and search for posting number 043913 or title "Assistant Professor-Music History" in the Position Title dropdown. The HR software they're using does not allow direct linking.
  • 1/22 - request for more materials (x3)
  • 2/12 - request to contact references
  • 2/15 - invitation for campus interview
  • 3/22 - offer made and accepted: Jacek Blaszkiewicz (PhD 2018, Eastman School of Music/ VAP Williams College)

Yale University: Two Tenure-Track Musicology Positions (Open Rank) (Deadline: 15 September 2018) FILLED (Junior position): Jessica Peritz, ABD University of Chicago; SENIOR SEARCH POSTPONED TO 2020[]

  • Open Date: Jul 30, 2018
  • Description: The Yale University Department of Music seeks to hire two historical musicologists, with primary specializations in music since 1600, for tenure‑track or tenured positions, with a preferred starting date of Fall 2019. Rank is open and appointments can be made at the assistant, tenured associate, or full professor levels. We are looking for scholars and inspiring teachers of exceptional intellectual promise and/or accomplishment, whose research is methodologically innovative and profoundly engaged with music‑making and musical repertories. Interdisciplinary emphases and a demonstrated engagement with related fields of study are highly desirable.
  • Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent at the time of hire.
  • Application Instructions: Applications should include a CV and cover letter. Candidates applying for an untenured appointment should also submit a minimum of three reference letters from outside Yale, along with a writing sample. The committee will begin reviewing applications on 15 September 2018, and the review will continue until the positions are filled.
  • 9/15 (1) What does this last paragraph mean? I gather that if I'm applying as an assistant, then I DO need to submit three recommendations? But if I designate (somewhere?) that I'm applying at the tenured level or "full professor" level, then I DON'T? Is that right? Also, why do they not make a firm deadline? Will applications submitted after Sept. 15 be considered, or not? No promises? Strangely ambiguous.
  • 9/15 (2) I think if you already have tenure you don't have to send in letters. But if you are currently untenured then you should submit letters.
  • 9/15 (1) Got it...what about the rolling deadline thing? I have seen this once or twice before. Does anyone know what it means? Thanks.
  • 9/15 (3) I've been on the market for a couple of years, and I think it's best to always treat the wording above (in Tenure-Track job ads) to mean that the firm deadline is September 15. Keep in mind that more often than not, the application software is set up to stop accepting applications after the date mentioned (in this case, September 15).
  • 12/10 On-campus interview request (for "first of two open positions") x2
  • 02/02 Any movement on the *second* of the two open positions?
    • 02/4: If I had to guess, the department might be interested in hiring someone for one position then looking to complement, rather than running two independent searches. That's just a hunch, though. I don't have any inside information.
  • 3/12 Does the "Assistant Professor Adjunct" job posted in non-tenure-track below indicate a failed search?
    • 3/12 (2) The "two tenure-track musicology positions" here are for the Department of Music, whereas the "Assistant Professor Adjunct" job is for the School of Music.
    • 3/12 (3) No. The search is active, and campus interviews have been scheduled.
  • 3/13 Thanks for clarifying!
  • 5/2 An offer has been made and accepted for one of the two positions. The other position has been postponed.
  • 5/3 The offer was for the junior position (as per the Interfolio email from the Chair). 

Tenure-track Faculty Positions, Ethnomusicology and/or Musicology[]

  • This section is for jobs that will accept applications from both musicologists and ethnomusicologists, even if the teaching duties are only in one or the other area.

Cornish College of the Arts: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Deadline: 07 January 2019) SEARCH CANCELED[]

  • The Department of Music at Cornish College of the Arts seeks highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor of Music position with speciality in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a related field, to begin in Fall 2019. We seek a broadly trained scholar who is enthusiastic about Cornish’s unique position as an undergraduate art college, training performers and composers in an interdisciplinary context. Cornish has moved away from survey-style courses and seeks the development of a series of courses in Musicology that deepens our students’ understanding of methods and chronology in connection to contemporary artistic practices. The committee is very open as to how a candidate might interpret this need. Our primary candidate will also have experience as a performing artist or composer, able to integrate this part of their background into the study of Musicology at Cornish. 
  • Job Responsibilities: Delivery of Instruction, including: 
    Develop and teach a “Methods of Musicology” course (name subject to change) within our newly-forming, 2-year, Foundations program. This course would incorporate the development of research and writing skills and foster critical and contextual frameworks for music relating to gender, race, politics, and contemporary trends in the field. 
    Working with the Department Chair and Music Department Faculty, develop and teach upper-level courses in Music History connected to and/or synthesizing Western Classical (from antiquity to contemporary), Jazz, World Music, and contemporary popular styles. 
    Teach in a secondary area of performance or composition, including, but not limited to, private instruction and/or ensembles. 
    Teach in Cornish’s First Year Seminar and/or core liberal arts education curriculum offered by the Humanities and Sciences Department and help deepen the institution’s commitment to undergraduate research and writing. 
    Develop curriculum related to music for non-Music majors including those that would augment all areas of the performing and visual arts. 
  • Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or related field, required at time of appointment. (DMA in another field with secondary work in Musicology/Ethnomusicology will be considered.) Evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching. Evidence of potential for significant scholarship, research, and artistic practice. 
  • Application Procedures: (All materials to be submitted in PDF format unless otherwise noted)
    Cornish College of the Arts Application Form available here:  https://www.cornish.edu/downloads/hr/employmentapp.pdf
    CV
    Letter of application describing your background, professional and teaching interests, and qualifications for the position. 
    Statement of teaching philosophy not to exceed 1000 words. 
    3 samples of scholarly work or writing and 2 samples of creative practice. (Scholarly samples may be submitted as PDFs or web links, creative samples should be web links only. Please list all web links in a single document, giving a brief description of their content and if they represent scholarly or artistic practice.)
    Response to Cornish College of the Arts’ Diversity Statement found here: https://www.cornish.edu/about/ 
    Contact information for 3 professional references. These may be included in the CV or in a separate document. 
  • All materials should be submitted via email to careers@cornish.edu  
  • Please direct questions about this position to Cornish’s Human Resources Department: careers@cornish.edu
  • 2/4 Received email notification that this search has been canceled for this year

Emory University: Assistant Professor of African American Popular Music in Hip Hop/Culture (Deadline: 19 November 2018)[]

  • The Department of African American Studies, Emory University, Atlanta GA invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in the area of African American popular music with a specialization in hip hop music and culture. The teaching load is 2/2. We are especially interested in candidates whose interests take advantage of Atlanta’s central position in the production of hip hop music and culture. Areas of teaching and research might include, but are not limited to, hip hop genres, DJ culture, social media and activism, and other modes of performative creativity.
  • Qualifications: Candidates must hold a PhD in a supporting field by the time of appointment. The successful applicant is a scholar who can contextualize hip hop in the context of African American history and culture and consider its global impact.
  • Application Instructions: Applications should include the following: a cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation, a 20-25-page writing sample, and a list of potential courses. Emory University is committed to student and faculty diversity, equality and inclusion. In a separate statement, please reflect upon your experience and vision regarding the teaching and mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds. Applications are due by November 19, 2018. Only applications submitted through Interfolio will be considered. Interviews will begin in December or January of the 2018-19 academic year.
  • 9/22 I can't find an Interfolio link. If anyone has it, please post. -5120j
  • 10/2 Interfolio link added: https://apply.interfolio.com/55268

Georgia Southern University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Irish Studies (Deadline: 18 November 2018)[]

  • The College of Arts and Humanities invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure track) in the field of Irish Studies, with a broad focus on Ireland, Irish-America, and/or the global Irish diaspora. The appointment can be made in any academic discipline, with special consideration given to applicants in History, Music, Theatre, Art, or Linguistics. This position is located on the Statesboro campus, but will also include responsibilities on the Armstrong campus.
  • Position Description. Reporting to the academic area's Department Chair, the Assistant or Associate Professor of Irish Studies requires a record of outstanding teaching and a demonstrated ability to become a scholar in his or her field. The teaching load is a 3-3 assignment. The position is a nine-month, tenure track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Earned PhD in any area of Irish Studies, or a closely related field within the College of Arts and Humanities, by August 1, 2019.
  • Applicants must be willing to work across disciplinary boundaries to meet the mission of the interdisciplinary nature of the program.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of research and service with publications and presentations in professional venues.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Excellent record of teaching experience in pertinent academic area
  • Demonstrated ability to establish a record of outstanding scholarly achievement
  • Assistant Professor is preferred, but junior Associate rank will also be considered. Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of research and service with publications and presentations in professional venues.
  • Screening of applications begins November 18, 2018, and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2019. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Only complete applications submitted electronically will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to: Suzanne Shurling, Administrative Assistant, Search # 67613, Georgia Southern University, sshurling@georgiasouthern.edu, 912.478.0572

Monmouth University: Assistant Professor, Musicology (Deadline: None listed, posted 04 October 2018) FILLED: Meghan Hynson, UCLA, 2015[]

  • Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Musicology in the Music and Theatre Arts department. This anticipated opening is for the 2019-2020 academic year and is tenure track.
  • We are seeking an outstanding candidate with a strong record of teaching and research for a tenure-track faculty appointment in musicology/ethnomusicology. Candidate must have a PhD in Musicology or Ethnomusicology. All areas of specialization will be considered, but specialists in ethnomusicology, American music, and/or vernacular music are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in musicology/ethnomusicology, advising student research, student academic advisement, maintaining an active program of research and scholarly publication; participating in department and university-wide committees, recruitment, and other service activities.
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Transcripts and three letters of recommendation can be directed to: Search Chair, Music and Theatre Department, Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ 07764.
  • 10/9 Has anyone reached out about this one to see about the deadline for full consideration?
  • 10/21 RE: letters & transcripts: it looks like they can either be uploaded under Optional Documents (and therefore would not be confidential) or sent hard-copy, but I'd like to confirm that's what they really want. Has anyone had luck tracking down contact info for a departmental assistant or anyone on the SC there who might be able to advise? I can't find anything on their website apart from the generic HR phone/email.
    • 10/22 I wondered the same thing. I assumed that this meant hard copy letters sent via snail mail (which you can do on Interfolio). 
  • 1/25 Request for phone interview

New York University: Assistant Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Art and Sciences (Deadline: 10 December 2018)[]

  • The Department of Music at New York University invites applications for a scholar of music studies at the assistant level. This tenure-track position will begin September 1, 2019, pending budgetary and administrative approval. We are looking for a superb scholar who will be a dynamic presence both in the classroom and the field. Their work should complement the research and methodologies of current faculty and bring fresh approaches to the study of musical and sonic practices and their historiography. Our department is committed to interdisciplinarity. We encourage work that crosses and connects the department’s three subfields--composition, ethnomusicology, and musicology--and reaches out to other fields and modes of inquiry.
  • The successful candidate should be able to teach the graduate proseminar, the department’s undergraduate general education course in sound, and undergraduate and graduate elective courses in their areas of expertise.
  • Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field (ABD applicants must complete the Ph.D. before taking up the position), demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, and exceptional intellectual promise.
  • Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference. The letter of application should discuss the candidate’s research and teaching interests. Because diversity is an important part of the NYU mission, we request that applicants include a paragraph in the cover letter telling us how diversity figures into their past, present, and future teaching, research, and community engagement. Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should be uploaded through Interfolio.
  • 11/21 Edited title to reflect that the position is vaguely worded on Interfolio page; position is only music studies, in NYU's FAS
  • 1/17 Request for writing sample x2
  • 2/1 Any movement here? Appears from the above that only one person was asked to submit a writing sample. Can anyone confirm?
  • 2/3 I don't understand the assumption that everyone who's on the market is posting here. Of course more than one person was asked for a writing sample. 
  • 2/4 Certainly there's no expectation that everyone on the market is staking out the Wiki, just as there is no one way for a search to progress, hence an honest inquiry about the state of this search. No need to belittle those who inquire about updates for a search in which they have invested time, money, and emotional labor. 
  • 2/4 Fair, and I did not intend to belittle the question. Larger point is that we should all do our best to approach the wiki as a very partial source of information, and keep our assumptions reasonable (e.g., that a search is unlikely to arrive at a point where only one person is asked for a writing sample). But I apologize if my tone was crap!
  • 2/7 Request for Skype interview (x2)
  • 2/21 Invitation for campus interview
  • 3/13 Just received what we in the singer world call a PFO. Politely worded and all that, still. (x3)

Northeastern University: Assistant Professor - Music (Deadline: 31 October 2018) FILLED: Rebekah Moore, Indiana University 2015[]

  • The Department of Music in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Music at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a scholar with expertise in music industries (broadly defined) that complements and expands existing Departmental strengths, including but not limited to: global music industries, business innovation, entrepreneurship, management, marketing, product development, tours and festivals, and arts and social justice. Candidates from a variety of disciplinary perspectives are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. We welcome applicants whose scholarship and teaching might be complemented by real-world professional engagement in the music industries.
  • The successful candidate will play a leadership role in the Department’s graduate programs, which currently include the M.S. program in Music Industry Leadership and graduate certificate and M.S. programs in Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship. The candidate will build upon existing strengths within the College of Arts, Media and Design to expand and integrate innovative graduate education across the College. The anticipated start date for this position is the 2019-2020 academic year.
  • Qualifications: Candidates must have a doctoral degree in musicology, ethnomusicology, or a related field by the appointment start date; a well-developed and active research agenda as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications; and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of music industries and arts administration, and in developing and teaching online courses. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include teaching two courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels, continuing excellence in research and scholarship, student advising, and service to the Department, College, and University.
  • To apply, visit the College of Arts, Media and Design website: https://camd.northeastern.edu/about/careers/. If viewing this from a Northeastern website, click on “Apply to this Position” above. Applicants should submit a letter of application describing teaching, research, and any relevant professional experience; CV; and the contact information of three references. Do not submit letters of recommendation or writing samples at this time; they may be requested later during the search process. Applications received on or before October 31, 2018 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Inquires may be directed to Dr. Matthew McDonald, Search Committee Chair, m.mcdonald@northeastern.edu.
  • Request for materials (11/02) (that was quick!) (x3)
  • Skype Interview Scheduled (10/30)
  • 11/09 So they scheduled Skype interviews before the search even closed, let alone before they asked for or received further materials from at least 4 people? That's either untrue or dodgy AF. 
  • 11/10 yeah surely this is untrue, perhaps someone posted that by mistake
  • 11/12 Looks like someone confused this search with the Music Technology Search NU is also running. The Music Technology search recently had Skype interviews. This search hasn't. 
  • 11/12 Comments on the Music Theory/Composition page back this up. -5120j
  • 11/13 great and thanks for clarifying
  • 11/20 Any movement?
  • Invitation for campus interview (11/21)
  • 12/21 - Rejection and notice that position has been filled
    • 3/11 same, but the email, at least in my case, also clarified who the final candidate was. Congrats to Prof. Moore and to the NEU Music Department on permanently adding an excellent colleague

Rutgers University-Newark: Assistant Professor (Deadline: 01 15 November 2018 (extended)) FILLED: Kate Doyle, Case Western Reserve University 2018[]

  • The Department of Arts, Culture and Media of Rutgers University-Newark invites applications for a tenure track position in musicology or ethnomusicology at the Assistant Professor level to begin September 1, 2019. We seek a creative and interdisciplinary scholar with demonstrated evidence of scholarly promise and a successful record of teaching experience. Applicants’ work should show promise of being at the forefront of research in jazz studies and America’s sonic culture more broadly. We seek a colleague whose methods and research interests complement our unique department and university. Applications must be received no later than November 01 15, 2018.
  • Responsibilities: The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching introductory, upper-level, and graduate level courses, as well as providing service to the department, university and discipline. Candidates must undertake independent scholarly activity appropriate for advancement within Rutgers University.
  • Requirements: Applicants should be able to present evidence of scholarly accomplishment and effective teaching. Earned Ph.D. by September 2019 required.
  • Overview: The Department of Arts, Culture & Media is an interdisciplinary department with undergraduate degrees in music, fine arts, graphic design, art history, journalism, theater, video production, and a nationally recognized master's program in jazz history and research. Rutgers University-Newark hosts the world's largest archive of jazz materials at the Institute of Jazz Studies. With this appointment, the university seeks to strengthen the interdisciplinary ties among departments within the university, and forward its mission to provide social mobility through education to the nation's most diverse student body.
  • Posting Number: 18FA0436
  • Posting Open Date: 08/22/2018
  • Posting Close Date: 11/01/2018
  • Posting Close Date: 11/15/2018
  • Special Instructions to Applicants; Candidates should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of purpose in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in scholarship and the classroom and names of three references.
  • 10/29 Deadline extended to November 15.
  • 11/28 Notification of Skype interview (x2)
  • 1/9 E-mail notification that the search has moved on to other candidates

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago in Illinois: Tenure-track Faculty, Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 01 November 2018) FILLED: Oliver Shao, Indiana University 2019[]

  • The Liberal Arts department at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Musicology / Ethnomusicology, beginning August 2019. The department seeks a scholar whose research focuses on modern and contemporary music. The department has a preference for applicants with a research agenda and teaching competencies in one or more of the following geographical regions and/or their diasporas: Asia, Oceania, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America.
  • Fields of special interest include music and politics; music and technology; music and globalization; gender, sex and music; hip-hop music and performance; performance studies. Rank and salary are competitive with peer institutions and are commensurate with quality of practice, scholarship, academic research, extent of teaching experience, and current professional standing.
  • RESPONSIBILITIES: Full-time faculty in Liberal Arts teach undergraduate students within the interdisciplinary art and design environment of SAIC. The position involves coordinating and managing the music curriculum within the Liberal Arts department, staffing part-time faculty, and curricular development of, on average, eight courses per semester. In addition to courses in music, the successful candidate will teach in the department's introductory, topics-based writing course, First Year Seminar. Preference will be given to scholars who can teach in an interdisciplinary Liberal Arts department, including courses in music history, theory, or criticism that intersect with other, Humanities, Social Science, or Natural Science disciplines. The successful candidate will contribute to the department and SAIC through ongoing engagement in scholarly and professional activities, other administrative duties and service, including curricular development, and departmental administration and school governance.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a related discipline is required. Candidates must show evidence of substantial college/university teaching experience within their area of study as well as a record of robust and ongoing scholarship and/or performance history. The ideal candidate will contribute to the diversity of the School by bringing a perspective, way of thinking, and/or a unique set of experiences that expand the intellectual conversations and practices in the field. We seek candidates with the knowledge and aptitude to teach and mentor students from diverse backgrounds. Candidates should demonstrate their experience with, or aptitude for, departmental administration.
  • APPLICATION PROCEDURES On or before November 1, 2018 please submit application materials via http://SAICfaculty.slideroom.com. You will be asked to create an account after which time you may complete the application comprised of fill-in fields and uploaded documents. SAIC will underwrite the application fees; you will not be charged to apply for the position. You are encouraged to begin the application well before the deadline. No applications may be submitted beyond the deadline for any reason.
  • Complete the fields for: educational background; current position.
  • Please convert all word documents into PDFs before uploading. Required files to upload include: cover letter stating your interests and qualifications; resume or curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy including details on how your teaching has supported the success of students from racial, ethnic, gender, and/or socio-economic backgrounds that are underrepresented in your academic field; statement of research and practice; published work/writing samples (combined maximum of 30 pages); and three letters of recommendation.
  • QUESTIONS Questions regarding the School and its open positions, application procedures, or the search process may be emailed to saicteach@saic.edu. Please consult www.saic.edu for information on the School and its programs, or www.saic.edu/about/jobsatsaic for open positions and application procedures.
  • Posting date: 08/22/2018
  • Closing date 11/01/2018
  • 12/10/2018 Any movement/word here?
  • People were invited for skype interviews on 12/7. 
  • Notified that other candidates were invited to the campus visit 12/20/19
  • 3/27 Heard from a reliable source that they made a hire but not sure who the person is.
    • 4/23 Anyone know who got this job?

Texas A&M University-Commerce: Assistant Professor - Music (Deadline: 14 January 2019) FILLED: Morgan Rich, University of Florida 2016[]

  • The Department of Music at Texas A&M University-Commerce seeks highly qualified applicants for a tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Music position with specialization in Musicology to begin in August, 2019.
  • Major/Essential Duties of Job:
  • Teach courses in music history, music literature, and related areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Engage in focused and significant research that leads to substantive and multiple publications in top tier national journals with high scholarly impact in the candidate's area of specialization.
  • Contribute to the growth and development of the Department of Music, the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts, the University, and the profession through participation in committees, departmental activities, advising, and other service.
  • Texas A&M University-Commerce is committed to promotion of diversity and thus the candidate should facilitate a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The candidate should have an understanding and knowledge of multicultural and diversity issues, and their potential applications to pedagogy, programming, and service activity.
  • Occasional Duties of Job: Other duties may be assigned based on the candidate's qualifications and the needs of the department.
  • Required Education and Experience:
  • Ph.D. or equivalent in Musicology or Ethnomusicology, must be completed by the date of appointment
  • Demonstrated record of excellence, or evidence for potential excellence, in teaching music history at the graduate and undergraduate levels
  • Demonstrated record of publication or evidence of potential for substantial scholarly research
  • Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Ability to supervise adjunct instructors and develop an undergraduate music history sequence.
  • Experience with web-based instruction and use of current classroom technology tools will be an advantage.
  • INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have one opportunity to upload documents as a combined PDF. The page “My Experience” has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload the file.
  • This one combined PDF must include:
  • Cover Letter describing your background, professional and teaching interests, and qualifications for the position.
  • Current CV.
  • Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
  • Three samples of scholarly work or writing and 2 samples of creative practice. (Scholarly samples may be submitted as .pdfs or web links, creative samples should be web links only. Please list all web links in a single document, giving brief description of their content and if they represent scholarly or artistic practice.)
  • Transcripts – If required for the position (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.
  • Additional materials may be requested by the search committee as a part of the review process.
  • Review of applications will begin on January 14th and continue until the position is filled.
  • All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
  • 1/7 - question: "samples of creative practice"? Does this mean they want a musicologist who is also a composer? or performer? The job description doesn't seem to indicate what this would mean for this position. Anyone know the scoop?

University of California, Davis: Jan and Beta Popper Endowed Professorship in Opera (Deadline: 01 February 2019)[]

  • Job #JPF02634
  • Recruitment Period: Open January 11th, 2019 through February 1st, 2019
  • Jan and Beta Popper Endowed Professorship in Opera
  • Position Description: The holder of this endowed chair will be a distinguished professor of music whose teaching and research/creative work includes opera and other fields of music. The holder of this professorship must be a highly regarded musicologist, ethnomusicologist or composer whose work is known nationally and internationally. As a recognized leader in her or his field, the holder of this professorship would be expected to pursue original research resulting in articles and books or creative work resulting in musical compositions; to participate in national and international conferences and performances; and to take a leadership role at UC Davis in fostering the field of opera as part of the larger world of musical research and composition.
  • The term of the professorship is for four years, with the possibility of reappointment at the discretion of the Chancellor per regularly established University procedures for endowed chair/professorship appointments (APM 191, UCD 191).
  • The endowment income will support the professor’s research/creative work, teaching and service, and further the mission of the Department of Music and the campus. The income may also be used to help subsidize a performance of an opera or a portion of an opera.
  • The responsibilities of the chair include engaging in scholarly/creative work that includes opera as a field of music; teach in both undergraduate and graduate programs, consistent with departmental teaching policies; provide leadership in the field of opera, and be fully engaged in the activities of the Department of Music; and to enhance the intellectual/creative life of the campus as a whole.
  • FTE for the Position: Because there are currently no new FTE for this position, the recruitment will be internal.
  • Statement Regarding the Adequacy of Space and Resources for Support of the Position: Incumbents will retain appointments in their current departments. Support resources will include normal departmental support plus income from the endowment for this position. Endowment income may be used for any activity related to the incumbent’s scholarly or creative work.
  • Recruitment Advisory Committee: Leo Bernucci (Chair), Anna Maria Busse Berger, Branwen Okpako, Jon Rossini
  • Affirmative Action: In the recruitment and appointment, we will be cognizant of Affirmative Action progress and goals. Because this is an internal recruitment, we cannot impact the affirmative action goals of the division.
  • Selection Criteria
  • a) Demonstrated excellence in research and creative work related to opera.
  • b) Demonstrated capability for programmatic impact and leadership.
  • Description of Selection Process
  • a) Applications will be accepted through February 1, 2019 and should be sent online at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF02634
  • b) Applications will be reviewed for completeness; candidates will be informed if their applications are incomplete and given a reasonable amount of time to provide the missing materials.
  • c) Each application will be reviewed by the entire Recruitment Advisory Committee for basic qualifications. The Recruitment Advisory Committee will evaluate the applications and rate each as “unqualified” or “qualified”.
  • d) The Recruitment Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and decide on the final slate of top candidates from the qualified pool of applicants. A list of those to be recommended for an interview will be presented to the Dean for consideration and further action.
  • e) Upon approval by the Dean to begin the interview process, the Recruitment Advisory Committee chair will schedules candidates for interviews with:
Recruitment Advisory Committee
Department Chair
Dean
Other interested faculty
  • f) The department chair will provide the following to interviewees:
Description and terms of the chair, including relevant policies.
Estimates of income available to the chair.
List of any and all responsibilities that must be fulfilled as part of the endowed chair.
Information about duration of the appointment, performance review, and potential reappointment to the chair.
  • g) The Recruitment Advisory Committee solicits input about the candidates visiting the campus from interviewers. With the endorsement of the Dean, the Recruitment Advisory Committee recommends to the Chancellor the candidate acceptable for appointment. The department will submit a Final Recruitment Report to the dean for approval.
  • Advertisement: The advertisement will be internal to the UC Davis Campus. The position announcement will be sent via email to all Professors of Music at the rank of Associate Professor and higher. In addition, hard copies of the announcement will be placed in each faculty member’s departmental mail box.
  • 1/15 Posting purely as an FYI, and to give kudos to UC Davis - THIS is how to do an inside hire! No outside candidates need to waste their time applying.
  • 1/15 I second the posting above. This should become a model for all inside and/or spousal hires. Well done, UC Davis. Hope other institutions take note. 
    • 1/15 Can someone clarify? What does the language about full-time equivalent or FTE mean exactly? And if this is an internal hire and publicly acknowledged as such, then why advertise it publicly in the first place? 
    • 1/17 My interpretation of what that FTE statement means is that since this will be an internal hire, the addition of this position will not add to the current FTE count for the institution. And I bet that all positions at public universities in California have to be advertised publicly, even if to a limited extent. As far as I can tell, this one was posted only on the UC Davis HR site and on HERC jobs. I didn't see it anywhere else.

University of California, San Diego: Assistant Professor in Latin American Music (Deadline: 15 October 2018) FILLED: Matthew Leslie Santana, Harvard University 2019[]

  • Job #JPF01810: Arts and Humanities - MUSIC
  • Recruitment Period: Open date: July 16th, 2018
  • Next review date: October 15th, 2018, Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
  • Final date: November 30th, 2018, Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
  • The Department of Music at the University of California San Diego invites applications for an Assistant Professorship (full-time/ tenure-track) to begin July 1, 2019. We seek to hire a music scholar who navigates contemporary research issues and concerns across the Latin American and/or Caribbean region, the U.S.- Mexico Borderlands, or with immigrant Latinx communities, who also has a strong background in Western art music history. A Ph.D. in an academic music field or related discipline is required. ABD candidates will be considered. The successful candidate should have a strong grasp of contemporary musicological issues, a record of excellence in teaching at the university level, and a demonstrated potential for significant scholarship.
  • A concerted engagement with creative performance practices is also highly valued. She or he will be expected to make a strong contribution to the graduate program in Integrative Studies, including advising MA and PhD students, and to teach in the department’s undergraduate music history sequence, potentially re-envisioning its scope.
  • The successful candidate will complement and extend the strengths of the current faculty, and will feel at home in a department that nourishes musical creativity and innovation. She or he will be expected to perform appropriate departmental and university service, and an ability to foster connections to other departments, programs, and research centers across the campus is also highly desirable. The Department especially seeks candidates who demonstrate strong or potential accomplishments in areas contributing to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a desire to play a leadership role in advancing UC San Diego's commitment to achieving excellence and diversity.
  • Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on University of California pay scales.
  • Review of applications will begin October 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.
  • To apply, candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, an example of scholarly writing, and a personal statement that outlines one’s teaching philosophy and past or potential contributions to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (see http://facultydiversity.ucsd.edu). Documentation of teaching excellence is also strongly encouraged.
  • All materials should be submitted electronically via UCSD's AP On-Line RECRUIT at https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF01810.
  • If you have questions, please contact Miguel Ramirez at maramirez@ucsd.edu.
  • Any movement here? (11/25)
  • 12/5 Request for Skype Interview
  • On-campus interviews scheduled (01/18)
  • Any movement here? (03/28)

University of Georgia: Assistant Professor of Women's Studies and Musicology or Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 17 December 2018)[]

  • Posting Number: F0209P
  • The University of Georgia (UGA) Hugh Hodgson School of Music and the Institute for Women’s Studies invite applications and nominations for the position of assistant professor of women’s studies and musicology or ethnomusicology. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply. This is a joint appointment between the two disciplines on campus; the tenure home will be in Music. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2019.
  • Position Summary: This position is a joint appointment with the Hugh Hodgson School of Music and the Institute for Women’s Studies. It has teaching and research/creative responsibilities in the fields of musicology or ethnomusicology and Women’s Studies. The person in this position would also be expected to participate in activities related to Music, Women’s Studies, and/or UGA, including but not limited to committees, student advising,recruiting and assessments.
  • Additional Requirements: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in musicology or ethnomusicology. ABD applicants with a terminal degree transcript on file no later than nine months from the appointment date may be considered. At least one academic year of college-level teaching experience in one of these fields.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree appropriate for the discipline
  • Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  • Evidence of training, expertise, and commitment to women and gender studies.
  • Musicology applicants whose scholarly expertise broadens the current research profile of the musicology faculty, and ethnomusicology candidates with a background in the musics of Asia or Latin America are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students and faculty.
  • Interest in making interdisciplinary contributions to other academic units and to academic or performance-based areas of the school.
  • A desire to contribute to a dynamic, holistic music program located in a city known for its music and arts culture.
  • Applications will be accepted until December 17, 2018. Apply online at http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/34100 providing a cover letter detailing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications detailed in the posting; C.V.; the names and contact information for at least three references; and an unofficial transcript. Letters of reference, writing samples, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and transcripts will be requested from a smaller pool of applicants at a later date. Questions about the application process can be directed to Ms. Edith Hollander, somadmin@uga.edu; questions about the position can be directed to: Dr. David Haas, davhaas@uga.edu, phone 706-542-3737, fax: 706-542-2773.
  • 1/13: Request for Skype interview (x2)
  • 2/4: Any news here? Have yet to hear back after the skype interview. +/- 2 weeks standard?
  • 2/4: (2) Since you asked, I would say that two weeks is a minimum; it *can* be a month (or more) before a search committee invites candidates to campus after a Skype/phone interview, although in the middle of the semester (like now) that length of time (4+ weeks) would probably be unusual (though not impossible). At that stage, a search committee does not usually send formal rejections to candidates from the phone interview stage who they're not inviting to campus. I know first hand that the waiting game can be a real pain.
  • 3/3: Anyone heard anything? I'm tempted to email to follow up and ask if they've notified the successful candidates as it's now been over a month since the interviews
  • 3/3 Not heard (x2)
  • 3/4: (Same person who posted the longer comment above on 2/4; I have no inside information; I did not apply for this job.) Not that you asked for advice about this, but I would counsel *not* emailing the search committee, much as I understand how strongly one can want clarification, much as I understand how lackadaisical *some* search committees can be, and much as I understand how impolite the typical slow drip feed of information to candidates during almost any academic job search can feel.
  • 3/7: Campus interviews are in progress.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: Assistant Professor of Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 02 November 2018) FILLED: Carlos Roberto Ramirez, Cornell 2019; and Makoto Takao, University of Western Australia 2017[]

  • Description: The School of Music at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks an excellent scholar with teaching and research interests that complement the specializations of the current Musicology faculty in geographical and historical terms. The successful candidate will work in a program that combines the perspectives of music historians and ethnomusicologists, and will join colleagues who place high value on fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Read about "Our Commitment" at the School of Music website: https://music.illinois.edu/our-commitment.
  • Duties: Build a record of professional excellence through innovative scholarship and publication; contribute to the teaching of a diverse curriculum for majors and non-majors, including topical, genre, and period courses in the area of specialization for undergraduate and graduate majors, and graduate seminars targeting specialized topics and contemporary issues in musicology; mentor and advise Ph.D. and D.M.A students; and undertake service obligations as assigned.
  • Rank and Salary: The position is a full-time nine-month tenure-track faculty appointment with a proposed start date of 16 August 2019. Salary is competitive.
  • Qualifications: Ph.D. in musicology or ethnomusicology completed by August 15, 2019. Evidence of scholarly excellence and a strong commitment to teaching required. College-level teaching experience preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who specialize in one or more of the following areas: music histories between ca. 1450 and ca.1750; music of Asia, Africa, and/or Spanish America; and global perspectives in music. An ability to take on a wide range of curricular assignments and evidence of creative approaches to pedagogy will be advantageous, as will an ability to interface with cross-campus research initiatives.
  • Application: To submit an online application and obtain more information about this position, please visit https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details for three current references. Please do not send additional material until requested. All required information must be included with your completed online application by November 2, 2018 in order to receive full consideration. For further information, you may contact Gina Moton, Human Resource Specialist, at moton@illinois.edu or (217) 244-3084.
  • 10/24 FYI this is one of those applications that prompt your references to upload a letter, but only *after* you submit the entire application.  
  • 11/27 - Request for writing sample and Skype interview (x2)
  • 1/8 - Any movement here?
  • 1/28 - Campus interviews started today and will go on until February 11.
  • 3/14 - Offers made and accepted.

University of Oregon: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Popular Music) (Deadline: 26 November 2018) FILLED: Zachary Wallmark, UCLA 2014[]

  • The School of Music and Dance is seeking highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor of Musicology position to begin September 16, 2019.
  • Primary responsibilities will be to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in popular music studies while maintaining an active program of appropriate research and publication. Must be able to teach an undergraduate survey class on hip-hop, but additional graduate and/or undergraduate course offerings may include (but are not limited to): history of popular music studies, African American and/or Native American musical genres, protest music, and twentieth-century survey. Research topics should complement those of our current faculty and may involve issues of decoloniality, gender and sexuality, analysis of the music industry, and applied ethnomusicology. In addition, candidates will advise graduate and undergraduate research projects including theses and dissertations. Additional duties dependent upon qualifications and interests of the applicant, and the needs of the school. Serve on committees and perform other appropriate university service.
  • Minimum Requirements
  • Doctorate in ethnomusicology or musicology by time of appointment.
  • Potential for significant scholarly contributions is expected.
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college level is essential.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated potential to contribute effectively to a faculty team dedicated to creating a positive, dynamic, and inclusive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student population.
  • Application Deadline: November 26 2018; position open until filled.
  • Required Application Materials: Apply online by uploading:
  • CV or résumé
  • Letter of application describing your background, professional/teaching interests, and qualifications for the position including the equity and inclusion statement.
  • The names and contact information (addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses) for three professional references; indicate your professional and/or academic relationship to each
  • A PDF with a sample of scholarly writing
  • A PDF with three statements: (1) Your academic accomplishments and future plans, (2) your teaching experience and approach, and (3) your personal contributions to foster an environment of equity and inclusion for faculty, staff, and, students from diverse backgrounds. (see equity and inclusion statement below).
  • 10/30 Although the teaching duties indicate that this position is most likely to be filled by an ethnomusicologist, I'm putting it in the "ethnomusicology and/or musicology" section because it states that candidates can have a doctorate in either area.
  • Any movement here? (01/08). 
  • Skype interviews underway (1/23)
  • 2/16 campus visits scheduled for late February

University of Saskatchewan: Assistant Professor in Musicology (Deadline: 30 November 2018)[]

  • Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a fulltime tenure-track position in Musicology at the rank of Assistant Professor with the Department of Music at the University of Saskatchewan.
  • The successful candidate will: teach undergraduate-and graduate-level courses in musicology; maintain an active research profile; apply for external research funding; supervise graduate students; and undertake administrative activities commensurate with rank. In keeping with a significant University of Saskatchewan commitment, the Department welcomes candidates who will demonstrate leadership with respect to Indigenization, curricular renewal, and novel forms of community and outreach engagement.
  • Qualifications: A doctorate in musicology (or related field, such as ethnomusicology) at the time of appointment is required. We are seeking candidates who: (i) have demonstrated effective classroom teaching skills and mentorship at the university level; (ii) within the breadth of the field of musicology, have an established or an emerging research profile; (iii) will commit to embedding Indigenous learning outcomes into a combination of new and revised music courses; and (iv) will participate in advancing the department’s engagement in interdisciplinary collaboration and community-inspired projects.
  • Salary bands for this position are as follows: Assistant Professor: $93,293 to $112,109; Associate Professor: $112,109 to $130,925; Professor: $139,925 to $152,877. This position is anticipated to be at the Assistant Professor level.
  • This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.
  • Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae; and other supporting documents (such as scholarly writing samples (publications preferred); statements of (a) research, and (b) teaching philosophies). Candidates are to arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation sent under separate cover. All materials are to be submitted to:
Dr Gregory Marion
Head, Department of Music
College of Arts and Science
University of Saskatchewan
28 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 0X1
(306) 966-8355
gregory.marion@usask.ca
  • Review of applications will begin November 30, 2018, however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2019.

University of Southern California: Assistant Professor, Musicology (World Music) (Deadline: 15 November 2018)[]

  • The University of Southern California Thornton School of Music invites applicants for a full-time faculty position in Musicology with a specialty in World Music. The appointment is Tenure-Track and at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment begins August 2019.
  • The ideal candidate for this position is a researcher and teacher of outstanding ability who is willing to contribute fully to the artistic and intellectual life of the Thornton School, to participate in Thornton’s revision of its undergraduate and graduate curricula, and to engage dynamically in the training of all our music students. Prior experience in performing, conducting, or composing is particularly desirable.
  • Duties: Principal duties will include: 1) teaching a selection of undergraduate and graduate courses in World Music, especially those focusing on musics of the Los Angeles-area; 2) advising PhD students in musicology and DMA students pursuing an academic field in World Music; 3) maintaining an active research profile through peer-reviewed publications, and 4) serving the department and university in faculty meetings, School of Music committees, and university committees.
  • Qualifications: Successful candidates must have a completed (prior to June 2019) PhD in ethnomusicology, or musicology, provided the dissertation demonstrates mastery of a non-Western musical practice. Successful applicants will be expected to have a demonstrated record of experience and accomplishment working in a highly diverse environment and of promoting equity and inclusion in the work that they do and in their approach to the profession. They must have demonstrated success in teaching at the college level, and must possess a promising record of publication. Successful candidates must also be prepared to teach classes on multiple areas of music including, but not restricted to, World Music. Conversancy with Western art music, jazz, and various forms of popular music is highly desirable.
  • Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2018.
  • Interested candidates must apply through the USC online system. Candidates are asked to provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Do not send other materials unless requested. Materials will not be returned.
  • (12/6) Request for writing sample, syllabus, rec letters.
  • (2/6) Request for campus interview.
  • (3/1) Rejection by snail mail. (Could have been speedier!!!)

University of Toronto Scarborough: Assistant Professor - Music and Society (Deadline: 20 December 2018)[]

  • The Department of Arts, Culture and Media at University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Music and Society. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, and will commence on July 1, 2019, or shortly thereafter.
  • Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in music or another area relevant to music and society by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.
  • We seek candidates with a focus on music and society, specializing in one of the following areas (listed alphabetically): applied ethnomusicology, health humanities, music and cultural theory, participatory world music ensembles (e.g., gamelan, samba, steel pan, West African drumming), and/or popular musics.
  • We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental and Music and Culture program strengths. The successful candidate should also have the demonstrated ability to work within an interdisciplinary department, where horizontal connections among faculty of different fields are encouraged: see http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/acm/acm-research-themes. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
  • The successful candidate will be expected to teach classes that embody the indivisibility of theory and practice, and that serve the musical and intellectual needs and interests of UTSC’s diverse student body. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier, a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample (of no more than 15 pages); and a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations.
  • Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead and signed) to MusicAssistantSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca by the closing date.
  • Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact MusicAssistantSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca.
  • All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by December 20, 2018.
  • All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
    • 1/25 Any updates on this?
    • Feb 8th: request for Skype interview

Western Michigan University: Assistant Professor - Ethnomusicology/Musicology (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 15 October 2018) FILLED: Lauron Kehrer, Eastman 2017[]

  • Posting Number: 0604735
  • Major Duties: Teach undergraduate courses in the music history sequence and ethnomusicology/world music; Design, develop, and teach topic-based graduate level courses in ethnomusicology and/or musicology; Participate on graduate thesis committees; Collaborate with other faculty in major areas of experience; Engage in service to the School, College, and University; Actively recruit for the MA Music degree; Actively recruit for the BA Music degree; Other teaching and non-teaching assignments determined by departmental needs and applicant qualifications.
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD or DMA in musicology or ethnomusicology or ABD with expected doctorate by August 2019 from an accredited institution
  • Record of successful teaching in music history and/or ethnomusicology at the college/university level
  • Demonstrated record of professional activity and research
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
  • Desired Qualifications: Skills, experience, or knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
  • Research and/or teaching experience in ethnomusicology
  • Research and/or teaching experience in popular music studies, black studies, music of the African diaspora
  • Research and/or teaching experience that intersects with one or more of the following: disability, race, class, gender, or sexuality studies
  • Research and/or teaching experience in contemporary music
  • Graduate level teaching experience
  • Required Applicant Documents
  • Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Please send 3 current letters of recommendation electronically (Interfolio preferred) to: music@wmich.edu OR by mail to:
Bradley Wong, Director
Attn: Ethnomusicology Search
WMU School of Music
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5434
  • External Posting Date: 10-15-2018
  • External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
  • 12/12 Skype interviews scheduled for week of Dec 10
  • 4/1 offer made and accepted [by spouse of committee member FYI]

Western Washington University: Assistant Professor Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 10 January 2019)[]

  • Assistant Professor of Musicology/Ethnomusicology - full-time, tenure track
  • The Department of Music at Western Washington University seeks a dynamic, creative educator to teach courses in music history and world music. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking scholar with a vision for curricular development and professional research. The position will begin September 2019.
  • Position Responsibilities
  • Teaching: Specific teaching assignments of the position will reflect the candidate’s skill set and department needs including: Design and teach a selection of undergraduate and graduate courses in world music and music history including general education courses for the university. Design and teach graduate courses in ethnomusicology and/or musicology according to candidate’s area of concentration. Participate in graduate thesis committees and advising. Other teaching assignments according to departmental needs and applicant qualifications.
  • Scholarship: Maintain an active research profile and agenda for professional publication.
  • Service: Work collaboratively with faculty in major areas of experience. Actively participate in faculty governance and university service. Create a strong presence through active participation in state, regional and national professional associations.
  • Required Qualifications: PhD in Ethnomusicology or Musicology; or ABD with doctorate from an accredited institution to be received by August 2019. Evidence of successful university teaching in music history and/or world music. Demonstrated ability to cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds. Evidence of strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience in other areas such as: popular music, jazz, rock, or other non-western styles. Participation in professional academic and/or music associations. A record of professional presentations and publications. Experience in curriculum development in music history or ethnomusicology. Performance experience on instrument or voice.
  • Application Instructions: A complete application includes: (1) a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and interest, including how you cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds, (4) contact information for three references, (5) sample of scholarly writing or publication. You must upload all the requested materials into Western PageUp as instructed. Official transcripts documenting degrees will be required prior to a contract being offered.
  • Closing Date Notes: Application review begins January 10, 2019; position is open until filled
  • 2/21 invited for skype intetrview

Non-tenure-track Full-time Faculty Positions, Musicology and/or Ethnomusicology[]

Amherst College: Valentine Visiting Professor (Open Rank) (Deadline: 15 December 2018) FILLED: Bradford Garvey, CUNY Graduate Center ABD[]

  • Open Date: Sep 10, 2018
  • Description: Valentine Visiting Professor (open rank). The Amherst College Department of Music invites applications for a full-time one-year appointment at the rank of visiting assistant, associate, or full professor that will begin on July 1, 2019. Within the last decade, Amherst College has profoundly transformed its student body in terms of socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and nationality, among other areas. Today, nearly one-quarter of Amherst’s students are Pell Grant recipients; 45 percent of our students identify as domestic students of color.
  • Our expectation is that the successful candidate will excel at teaching and mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion. In seeking a colleague who connects scholarship and/or creative work to innovative pedagogies in an interdisciplinary liberal arts environment, we invite applications from specialists in fields that extend or complement the areas of expertise of our current faculty. We are especially interested in applications from those who can teach courses in ethnomusicology and/or sound studies. The teaching load is two courses per semester. The successful candidate will be expected to offer introductory and advanced courses in the individual’s field(s), courses in musicianship, theory, or other subjects required for the music major, and to supervise senior honors projects.
  • A Ph.D. or D.M.A is required by the time of appointment. A cover letter, CV, teaching statement, and three confidential letters of reference should be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/54570. We invite applicants to submit up to three examples of scholarly and/or creative work at https://apply.interfolio.com/54570 as well. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2018, and continue until the position is filled.
  • (12/19) Invitation for Skype interview (x2)
  • (01/25) Invitation for campus visit (late Feb)

Arizona State University: Instructor of Musicology (Deadline: 07 May 2019) FILLED: Ashley Pribyl, Washington University in St. Louis ABD[]

  • The School of Music in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University, Tempe campus, seeks an instructor of musicology for a one-year, full-time, benefits eligible position for the 2019-20 academic year only to replace a faculty member on research leave.
  • The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in musicology in the instructor's area of specialization depending on departmental needs. Our undergraduate and graduate curricula allow for a range of teaching interests.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • PhD in Musicology, ABD considered.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate musicology courses for music majors or non-music majors.
  • Ability to teach in at least one of these areas: symphonic literature, eighteenth-century music, nineteenth-century music, history of opera and/or musical theatre.
  • Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching and service.
  • Desired Qualifications:
  • Completed PhD in Musicology preferred.
  • Record of scholarly achievement as demonstrated through conference presentations and/or peer-reviewed publications.
  • Demonstrated interest in innovative course development and/or creative approaches to teaching.
  • Demonstrated expertise or potential for teaching a wide range of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research and/or teaching.
  • Application Instructions: Candidates must submit: 1) a cover letter stating qualifications and teaching interests; 2) a teaching philosophy statement that also addresses your commitment to diversity (1-2 pages); 3) curriculum vitae or resume; 4) a representative example of scholarly research; 5) a teaching demonstration video; and 6) three confidential letters of reference.
  • Application deadline: is May 7, 2019, 11:59 PM Mountain Standard Time; if not filled, applications will be reviewed every week thereafter until search is closed.

Bennington College: One-Year Faculty Position in Music History/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 15 March 2019) FILLED: Joseph Alpar, CUNY Graduate Center 2019[]

  • Bennington College invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position in Music History and/or Ethnomusicology to begin September 2019. We are seeking a scholar-practitioner to teach innovative introductory course offerings as well as an intermediate to advanced level class or ensemble each semester. A successful candidate will show a commitment to developing courses that encourage the active participation of students with a broad range of interests and abilities, within an arts-rich, open curriculum. Though we are not specifying areas of scholarship for this position, new approaches to research and course design from a range of disciplinary and cultural perspectives are especially desirable. An excellent teaching record is required, preferably with Ph.D. An interest in performing and collaborating with faculty is also broadly desirable.
  • Candidates should click on the "Apply for this opening" button and submit the following: a) letter of application that describes teaching experience and professional work; b) curriculum vitae; c) detailed descriptive proposal for two courses (one introductory and one advanced/intermediate); and d) the names and contact information for three references.
  • Priority will be given to applications received before March 15.
  • Video interviews held 3/26/19
  • Position has been filled 3/29/19

Case Western Reserve University: Visiting Assistant Professor in Musicology (Deadline: 24 May 2019) FILLED: Andrew J. Kluth, UCLA 2018[]

  • One-year appointment in musicology at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, with possible renewal for two additional one-year terms, depending on departmental need.
  • The Department of Music at Case Western Reserve University seeks a musicologist with specialization in music since 1750, with a teaching load of two courses per semester and a share of departmental advising on the graduate level. Expertise in ethnomusicology and world music desirable. Duties may include undergraduate teaching in general education courses as well as teaching and advising in the Joint Music Program with the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM). PhD or ABD status required.
  • A letter of application, C.V., academic writing sample, and letters of recommendation from three referees should be submitted at http://apply.interfolio.com/62308. Applications should be received by May 24th, 2019 to receive full consideration.
  • (5/31) Request for Skype interview
  • (6/24) Rejection received

Christopher Newport University: Part-Time Instructor or Lecturer in Music (Music History) (Deadline: 26 May 2019)[]

  • The Department of Music at Christopher Newport University invites applications for the position of part-time Lecturer/Instructor of Music (Music History), beginning August 2019. This position is a non-benefited, non-tenure-track appointment with a nominal teaching load of 3-3. The successful candidate will be an electrifying teacher in the classroom, and a colleague who has a clear understanding of music’s important role within a liberal arts environment. The teaching load is three courses a semester, including the three-course sequence in Western music and a course in world music. An earned doctorate in Music or related field is required for appointment at the rank of Lecturer. Individuals who are ABD or will not hold the Ph.D. by the time of appointment and/or possess a master’s degree will be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor. Candidates possessing a bachelor’s degree with evidence of significant success in teaching and performing will also be considered at the rank of Instructor. Phi Beta Kappa membership is highly desirable.
  • Application Instructions: To apply, please provide a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation (letters should be uploaded with application materials or emailed to facultyrecruitment@cnu.edu).
  • Review of applications will begin on May 26, 2019.
  • Applications received after May 26, 2019, will be accepted but considered only if needed.
  • Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.
  • 4/25 Putting this under full-time instead of adjunct due to the 3-3 teaching load. In what world is that part-time?

Cleveland State University: Visiting Faculty, India Studies Program (Spring 2019) (Deadline: 27 August 2018) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Cleveland State University, invites applications for the position of Visiting Faculty for the College’s India Studies Program. Rank is open and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Duties: teach two courses in area of expertise; present a series of colloquia to faculty, staff, and students and to the community at large on India-related subjects; collaborate with other University faculty involved in India Studies research.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Must have earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree in the fine or performing arts, art history, humanities (e.g. religious studies, ethnomusicology, film studies, and cultural studies) or in the social sciences ( e.g. communication, sociology, and political science), with concentration on India.
  • Preferred Qualifications: A distinguished record of scholarship or creative achievement; successful post-secondary (undergraduate) teaching; previous experience working within a cross-cultural learning environment; and scholarship in ethnomusicology and/or South Indian music and culture. Additionally, the preferred candidate should possess the ability to contribute through teaching and/or service to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the CSU academic community.
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is a temporary one-semester appointment and is not eligible for tenure. Hiring is contingent on maintaining existing levels of funding from the State.
  • This one-semester appointment is for Spring semester 2019, with a starting date of January 07, 2019. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applicants must upload the following for full consideration:
  • 1) Contact information of 3 references (to be submitted in Reference section of application)
  • 2) CV
  • 3) Letter of Interest (upload under “Cover Letter/Letter of Application” section for Required Documents)
  • Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/9398. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
  • Posted Date: 07/27/2018
  • Review Begins: 08/27/2018
  • Tentative Start Date: 01/07/2019
  • 11/29 - Rejection and notice that position has been filled

College of the Holy Cross: Two-Year Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship in Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 11 February 2019) FILLED: Schuyler Whelden, UCLA 2019[]

  • The Department of Music at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for a full-time, two-year postdoctoral fellowship in ethnomusicology with a specialty in Caribbean, South American, and/or Latinx musics. The fellowship is a two-year appointment and begins August 2019. A completed PhD in Ethnomusicology or Musicology at time of appointment (August 2019) is required. For more information on the Department of Music, please visit: https://www.holycross.edu/academics/programs/music
  • Postdoctoral fellows teach three courses per year. Specific courses to be taught must meet the needs of the Department and will be determined in consultation with the Department. Courses will be introductory in nature (including 100-level and 200-level). Applicants should have an interest in teaching courses in their field of expertise (at a level accessible to bright and engaged undergraduate liberal arts students) as well as an interest in teaching a general course on world music. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated interest in collaborating with faculty and students from across the campus, particularly with the Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies program. Curricular offerings in one or more of the three areas of the program is strongly preferred. For more information, please visit: https://www.holycross.edu/academics/programs/latin-american-latinx-and-caribbean-studies
  • Fellows are eligible for travel support and reimbursement of relocation costs within the College’s published policies. The appointment offers a competitive salary and includes full benefits.
  • Qualifications
  • Completed PhD in Ethnomusicology or Musicology at time of appointment (August 2019).
  • Demonstrated commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate teaching as informed by current practice and scholarship in the field.
  • Application Instructions: Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, a statement on teaching philosophy and interests, one sample syllabus of an ethnomusicology course you have taught or would like to teach in this position, transcripts, and two confidential letters of recommendation. In your cover letter, in addition to describing your research and teaching interests, please address how you might contribute to and further the College’s mission as a Jesuit, undergraduate liberal arts college (see http://www.holycross.edu/mission), and its core commitment to diversity and inclusion. For more information, please visit http://holycross.edu/diversity. To learn more about faculty life at the College, applicants are encouraged to visit http://holycross.edu/join.
  • The College of the Holy Cross uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/59226.
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. For full consideration, please apply by February 11, 2019. Questions about this search may be directed to Alice Resker at aresker@holycross.edu.
  • Invited for Skype Interview 2/22 (x2)
  • Invited for Campus Interview 2/28

College of William and Mary: Visiting Instructor of Music/Ethnomusicology (Spring 2019) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 22 August 2018) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • Position Number: F0983W
  • The Department of Music at William & Mary invites applications for a one semester (Spring 2019), non-tenure-track Visiting Instructor of Ethnomusicology position that will begin January 10, 2019. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and teaching responsibilities will include one course that is an introduction to ethnomusicology, "Worlds of Music", two 2-credit sections of "Introduction to Tonal Theory," and one additional topic-course to be determined based on the individual's research interests and the needs of the Department.
  • Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree or M.M in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, Music Theory, or Music Performance is required.
  • Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D., D.M.A., (or ABD) in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, Music Theory, or Music Performance is preferred at the time appointment begins January 10, 2019
  • Candidates interested in this position should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with contact information to our online system at http://jobs.wm.edu.
  • 11/7 Invited for video conference interview.
  • 11/27 Phone call rejection saying another candidate accepted position.

Colorado College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • The Music Department at Colorado College invites applications for a 1-year visiting assistant professorship in music for the 2019-2020 academic year (with possibility of renewal.) The emphasis of this position is on critical and cultural approaches to music in the United States (popular, vernacular, classical, etc.) within a liberal arts context. The ideal candidate will be well versed in contemporary musicological issues, including decoloniality, gender, and sexuality.
  • The College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Applicants should describe the ways in which they can contribute to this goal in their cover letter. One distinguishing feature of Colorado College is its Block plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long. Professors are expected to teach six such blocks in an academic year. Applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available. For more information, consult the departmental web page at https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/music. The college supports scholarly activity via generous research funds, travel to conferences, and internal grant opportunities.
  • We are particularly interested in candidates willing to support the core curriculum of the music department through offerings based on individual areas of expertise.
  • A Ph.D. is required, but ABD will be considered if degree is completed by the start of employment.
  • Applications should include: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (4) a sample syllabus. All applicants will need to list at least three references. The department will complete reference checks via phone or email for the top candidate(s). Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled.
  • 1/26 Invited for Skype Interview
  • 3/26 rejection email

Duquesne University: Full-time Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor/Instructor (Deadline: 21 June 2019) FILLED: Nicole Vilkner, Rutgers 2016[]

  • The Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University seeks a gifted, energetic, and collegial musicologist with proven excellence in teaching for a one-year, full-time, non-tenure-track position as Assistant Professor or Instructor of Music in the Department of Musicianship, beginning August 2019.
  • The Assistant Professor or Instructor will teach multiple sections of the required writing-intensive Western music history sequence for music majors, as well as electives for upper-level music undergraduates and graduate students in the applicant’s area(s) of specialization and expertise, tailored to the needs and interests of our students. The Assistant Professor or Instructor will also participate in and contribute to the community of music faculty as a valued colleague, including active attendance at department meetings. The workload for this full-time position during the 2019-20 academic year is composed entirely of teaching responsibilities. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary department of scholars, composers, and performers who engage in creative work and research that seeks to advance the discipline.
  • Minimum qualifications: ABD in musicology; documented record of excellence in undergraduate teaching; an enthusiastic and student-centered approach to pedagogy; ability to engage performers within a School of Music environment.
  • Preferred qualifications: completed doctorate.
  • Application Instructions: Duquesne University uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Please submit a cover letter (including, if at all possible, a weblink to a recent video of your teaching that well represents your work in the classroom), curriculum vitae, and contact information (name, phone, and email) for three confidential references to: [insert web address]. Application deadline: Friday 21 June. Questions and inquiries may be directed to Dr. Judith Bowman (email: bowmanj@duq.edu).

Grinnell College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (1-year) (Deadline: 01 February 2019) FILLED: Rachel Colwell, University of California, Berkeley ABD[]

  • The Department of Music invites applications for a one-year appointment in ethnomusicology beginning Fall 2019. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Grinnell College offers a varied music curriculum open to all undergraduates regardless of their major and maintains a large collection of world instruments.  The teaching schedule of five courses over two semesters includes an introductory ethnomusicology course, intermediate music studies courses that reflect the applicant’s theoretical and geographic expertise, a musical ensemble (two semesters), and an introductory musicianship lab.
  • Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by February 1, 2019.Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.
  • Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies are acceptable), and provide email addresses for three references. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Tony Permanat [MusicSearch@grinnell.edu] or 641-269-4262.
  • Invited for Skype interview 2/11 x2
  • Invited for Campus visit / interview 3/4
  • Position Filled 3/22

McGill University: Postdoctoral Researcher in Music Information Retrieval (Deadline: 04 February 2019 Open until filled, (re)posted 10 April 2019)[]

  • The Single Interface for Music Score Searching and Analysis (SIMSSA) project at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in music information retrieval with a demonstrable interest and strengths in developing software for musical searching and analysis. SIMSSA is a seven-year research partnership grant funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, headed by Ichiro Fujinaga, Primary Investigator and Julie Cumming, Co-investigator.
  • The goal of this project is to make digital images of musical notation searchable and analyzable. The team brings together cutting-edge researchers with the digital musical resources and expertise of partner institutions, including DIAMM, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, the British Library, and the Archives of the New York Philharmonic. The research team is divided into two axes—Content, headed by Ichiro Fujinaga, which addresses the process of creating OMR (optical music recognition) systems for transforming digital images of music into searchable symbolic notation; and Analysis, headed by Julie Cumming, which develops tools for large-scale search and analysis. The Researcher will work with Julie Cumming on the Analysis axis, supervising a research group of graduate and undergraduate students; the position will also involve close collaboration with the Content team.
  • Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Music Technology, Music Theory, Musicology, Information Science, or related fields. Knowledge of music theory and analysis, especially for early music. Fluency in programming and scripting. Familiarity with music analysis toolkits such as music21 or Humdrum. Experience with designing and managing websites and databases. Track record of publications and presentations in relevant fields (e.g., ISMIR, SMT).
  • Practicalities: Postdoctoral researchers have dual status as both students and McGill employees, and are members of the AMURE (Postdocs) bargaining unit. Their pay, benefits, working conditions, etc. are governed by their collective agreement. The salary will be $42,000 CAD per annum with a health and dental plan. The one-year position will begin in late May 2019 and there is a possibility of a 1-year renewal. The position will start July 1 or as soon as the candidate can start. There is a possibility of a 1-year renewal.
  • Adjudication will begin February 4, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. After reviewing the applications, we will hold skype interviews with selected candidates in mid-to-late February.
  • Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, continuing until the position is filled. Interviews will be held over Skype.
  • Applications should consist of:
  • a cover letter
  • a curriculum vitae
  • an article-length writing sample
  • three reference letters, sent by the referees, with the candidate’s name in the subject line
  • Materials should be addressed to Julie Cumming and Ichiro Fujinaga, but sent to Emily Hopkins, SIMSSA Project Manager, at emily.hopkins@mcgill.ca. Referees should e-mail their letters to the same address.
  • Posted to AMS-L 1/14
  • Re-posted to AMS-L on April 10 with new deadline. Changes marked in bold above.

Muskingum University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: 30 April 2019, but review begins immediately)[]

  • The Department of Music at Muskingum University invites applications for a one-year, full-time appointment in music theory or musicology, with expertise in applied music or music education, at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning the fall semester of 2019.
  • We seek an enthusiastic pedagogue with a passion for undergraduate education in a liberal arts environment. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses in music theory or music history within the core undergraduate music curriculum; additional teaching duties will be determined commensurate with experience.
  • Terminal degree in music preferred. Prior teaching experience is highly desirable.
  • To apply, send:
  • Letter of application addressing the above-stated qualities and qualifications sought by the university
  • A current curriculum vitae
  • Contact information for three professional references
  • Further materials may be requested at a later date.
  • To:
Dr. David Turrill
Chair, Department of Music
Muskingum University
163 Stormont Street
New Concord, Ohio 43762
  • Electronic applications to dturrill@muskingum.edu (Subject: MUSC faculty search) are appreciated and encouraged. The position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by April 30, 2019. Examination of application materials will begin immediately.
  • Any movement here? (5/30)

Northeastern University: Visiting Assistant Professor, Music History / Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 01 April 2019) FILLED: Byrd McDaniel, Brown University 2019[]

  • The Department of Music in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University announces a search for one-year visiting junior appointment with the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor of Music in Musicology and/or Ethnomusicology. We seek a promising scholar for a one-year sabbatical replacement. The successful candidate will be asked to teach courses from our music history and/or world music offerings, three courses each semester, with the possibility of including a new course focused on his/her own interest or research focus during the academic year. This appointment will not be renewable.
  • Qualifications: Candidates should have a terminal degree in Musicology or Ethnomusicology by a start date of August 26, 2019. The ideal candidate will have a research agenda that promises to inform and advance current trends in the field. S/he will possess a strong record of, or progress toward, significant achievement in scholarship, reflecting an ability to place music in the context of creative practices across an array of disciplines within and beyond the arts from a richly multi-cultural and trans-disciplinary perspective.
  • All applications must be submitted electronically at http://www.northeastern.edu/camd/about/careers/ and click on the Full-time positions link or if viewing this description on the Northeastern University website, click “Apply to this job.” Candidates must include a letter of application describing research, teaching, and relevant professional background, a curriculum vitae and evidence of teaching excellence. Candidates should also provide the contact information of three references. Letters of recommendation and portfolios of creative work or research should not be submitted, but they may be requested later during the search process. Application received on or before April 1, 2019 will be guaranteed full consideration. Position will remain open until filled. The start date for the position is August 26, 2019. Inquiries may be directed to Dan Godfrey, Chair, Department of Music at d.godfrey [at] northeastern.edu.
  • Please note: Northeastern is conducting two one-year searches, one each at the junior and senior level.
  • 4/2 Invited for Skype interview (x2)
  • Already, the day after the review date? Is that not unconventional, or at least unexpected?
  • 5/3 rejection email; 75+ applications received. 
  • 5/2 Offer made and accepted.

Northeastern University: Visiting Associate/Full Professor, Musicology and/or Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 01 April 2019) FILLED: Robin James, DePaul University 2006 (PhD Philosophy)[]

  • The Department of Music in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University announces a search for one-year visiting senior appointment with the rank of Visiting Associate Professor or Visiting Professor of Music in Musicology and/or Ethnomusicology. We seek a distinguished scholar who wishes to take a one-year leave from his/her current position and spend a year in Boston as guest faculty at Northeastern University. The visiting colleague will be asked to teach courses aligned with our music history and/or world music offerings, two courses each semester, with the possibility of including one or more courses of his/her own interest or research focus. No committee participation or advising will be expected, although any voluntary participation in our community of musicians and scholars would be welcome.
  • Qualifications: Candidates must have a terminal degree in Musicology or Ethnomusicology and strong record of significant achievement in scholarship, reflecting an ability to place music in the context of creative practices across disciplines within and beyond the arts and across historical and/or global cultures; must have substantial experience in one or more post-secondary music degree programs, with an appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level or comparable status.
  • All applications must be submitted electronically at http://www.northeastern.edu/camd/about/careers/ and click on the full-time positions link or if viewing this description on the Northeastern University website, click “Apply to this job.” Candidates must include a letter of application describing research, teaching, and relevant professional background, and a curriculum vitae. Candidates should also provide the contact information of three references. Application received on or before April 1, 2019 will be guaranteed full consideration. The start date for the position is August 26, 2019. Given the unusual nature of this call, interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Hilary Poriss, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (h.poriss [at] northeastern.edu) or to Dan Godfrey, Chair, Department of Music (d.godfrey [at] a.edu) with any questions.
  • Please note: Northeastern is conducting two one-year searches, one each at the junior and senior level.
  • Offer made and accepted (4/26)

Northern Arizona University: Instructor of Musicology/Music History (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 18 June 2019)[]

  • The NAU School of Music seeks a professionally energetic, creative, and dedicated specialist in Western music history for a one-year position. This position carries a 3+3 teaching load. The assignment involves traditional classroom teaching of undergraduate music majors and non-majors and master’s students in music, as well as service to the School of Music. Duties begin August 19, 2019. This full-time, benefit-eligible appointment is non-renewable. Salary - $42,000.
  • Qualifications: ABD in music history/musicology or related discipline. Demonstrated success in teaching at the university/collegiate level. Applicant must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate in musicology/music history or related discipline. Specialization in musical theater studies. Pedagogical strategies for incorporating writing into student assessment. Strong knowledge of musicological research methods. Evidence of potential for continued scholarly contribution to the profession. Commitment to working effectively with NAU’s diverse faculty, staff, and student populations
  • Application deadline: Until filled. Application must include a single attachment containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae including contact information (mailing address, phone number, and email address) for four references, minimum two letters of recommendation, statement of teaching philosophy, and official or unofficial transcripts of the last degree earned or in progress. Email submission (preferred): music@nau.edu. In the subject header, please write "Musicology/Music History Search."
  • Posted Date: 6/18/2019
  • 6/28 I'm not finding a listing for this position on the NAU website--since the post here doesn't have a link, I wonder if there's any more contextual info floating around somewhere about this position? Thanks!
  • 6/29 I found the posting on NEC's Bridge site. I haven't found it anywhere else, including on NAU's hiring site. There is a 2nd, very similar, position for a music theorist, which IS on the NAU website. Not sure what's going on. -5120j

Oberlin College and Conservatory: Faculty in Musicology (Deadline: 01 February 2019) FILLED?[]

  • Oberlin College and Conservatory invites applications for a full-time, two-year position in the Department of Musicology, with a research specialty in music of the late-eighteenth or nineteenth century. Additionally, a broad methodological approach that complements current departmental offerings and extends to areas such as disability, sound, or queer studies is desirable. The teaching assignment for the position will likely include period survey courses (especially “Music of the Classic Era”), advanced seminars, courses for students in the College of Arts and Sciences, and an introductory course for first-year music majors.
  • Candidates with a willingness to engage with a diverse student population that includes multiple language groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
  • Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in musicology
  • Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2019 and continue until position is filled.
  • Required Documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, List of References
  • 2/7 Didn't they have exactly the same search last year? 
  • 3/25 rejection letter received stating Jessica Peritz has been appointed to the position.
  • 5/13 Status unknown since Jessica Peritz has now accepted the junior Yale position. 
  • 5/15 Emily Laurance accepted the position.

Purdue University Ft. Wayne: Visiting Instructor in Music History/Musicology (Deadline: 15 February 2019)[]

  • TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: 9 months Academic Year Visiting Instructor
  • AREA OF EXPERTISE: Music History and Literature
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Music History/Musicology. Teaching experience at the university level as either an instructor or teaching assistant. Ability to teach undergraduate music history music literature and ethnomusicology courses.
  • DUTIES: The School of Music invites applicants for an appointment of Visiting Instructor in Musicology, beginning August 2019. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about contemporary pedagogical approaches in teaching musicology and ethnomusicology at the undergraduate level. Full load teaching requirements include (but are not limited to): music history, music literature and world music. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of the School of Music depending on qualifications and experience.
  • EFFECTIVE DATE: August 2019
  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applications will begin February 15, 2019, and continue until the position has been filled. All candidates who are interviewed will be asked to prepare a 45-60 minute instructional presentation along with other activities determined by the search committee.
  • PROCEDURES: Send application letter of interest, curriculum vitae or professional resume, names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three current references, evidence of teaching effectiveness, 1-2 page teaching philosophy statement and any other supporting materials to Musicology Search Committee Chair, School of Music, Purdue University Fort Wayne, 2101 East Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499, or by electronic submission to Tricia Hennessy at hennesst@pfw.edu.
  • Request for phone interview (2/22)

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Lecturer, Music (Deadline: 31 January 2019) FILLED: Kate Galloway, University of Toronto 2010[]

  • Job Announcement – Non-Tenure-Track Lecturer Position in Music
  • The Department of the Arts in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute invites applicants for a full-time lecturer position in Music and Interdisciplinary Humanities for an appointment beginning August 16, 2019.
  • We seek a creative musician and energetic teacher to contribute to the development of a new undergraduate major in music, and an expansive interdisciplinary program for undergraduate students. In addition to traditional classes in musicianship, aural skills, music theory, improvisation, song-writing and performance, teaching responsibilities may include the development of interdisciplinary courses in world, popular, vernacular and experimental music cultures, and emerging interdisciplinary fields such as sound art, environmental music, and art-science hybrids.
  • The ideal candidate will hold a terminal degree or foreign degree equivalent.
  • For full consideration, please submit a letter of interest; a curriculum vitae; a diversity statement; a teaching portfolio that includes a teaching statement, a sample syllabus, and evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level; selected publications; and the names and contact information for three references by January 31, 2019 to INSERT LINK (sic). For additional information, please visit http://www.arts.rpi.edu.
  • For full consideration, please use the “Apply for this job” link found near the top of this page, complete the short online application, and enter the names and contact information for three references, who will later be asked to upload confidential recommendation letters. You will then be expect to upload the following:
  • letter of interest;
  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a diversity statement;
  • a teaching portfolio that includes a teaching statement, a sample syllabus, and evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level;
  • and selected publications
  • Application review will begin February 15, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please visit www.sts.rpi.edu.
  • 1/18 Unclear if Jan 31 or Feb 15 is the real deadline, until/unless they fix it I'm listing it at the earlier date. -5120j
  • 1/19 Does "evidence of successful collegiate teaching" mean teaching evaluations? I can't think of what else it might mean other than a narrative statement...
    • 1/21 One might also include teaching awards/recognitions and peer evaluations as evidence.
    • 3/13 Skype Interview scheduled
    • 4/1 Campus Interview scheduled
  • 5/1 Any news on this search?
  • 5/8 Offer Made and Accepted Kate Galloway

Ryerson University: Limited Term Faculty Position in Digital Media, Radio and Music (Deadline: 27 May 2019)[]

  • The RTA School of Media in the Faculty of Communication and Design at Ryerson University (www.ryerson.ca) is pleased to invite applications for a 2-year Limited Term Faculty (LTF) position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of digital media, radio and music. The appointment shall be effective August 1, 2019, subject to final budgetary approval.
  • The duties of the position shall consist only of teaching and service. The successful candidate will contribute to our undergraduate and graduate programs through teaching, mentoring and supervision of students, including teaching undergraduate courses in popular music and digital culture and taking an active role in developing the curriculum in this area. They will also participate in collegial service and engage in maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities.
  • Qualifications: We are seeking an experienced educator whose area of specialization is in digital media, radio and music. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in a related discipline such as Media Studies, Fine Arts, Music, Sociology or History, a minimum of three years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level with a body of scholarly and creative work that has been widely disseminated and includes peer-reviewed publications, curatorial and/or community-based projects or media productions.
  • The candidate’s areas of expertise should include digital popular culture and the history, culture, politics, economics and aesthetics of popular music. Experience in making, performing or producing music is considered an asset.
  • In addition, the successful candidate must demonstrate the following:
  • broad knowledge of emerging media and its influence on popular culture, subcultures and cultural communities;
  • understanding of the complex evolving ecosystem of audio distribution, and the impact of digital platforms on media culture;
  • ability to collaborate with community and industry partners;
  • ability to teach large lecture format classes as well as studio-based classes; and
  • willingness to participate in collegial service and decision-making processes.
  • How to Apply: Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal (click on “Start Application Process” to begin) by May 27, 2019. The application must contain a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, teaching dossier, results of teaching evaluations and names of three individuals who may be contacted for references.
  • In order for the University to comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, candidates must indicate in their application if they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident by including one of the following statements in reference to their status: “I am a permanent resident or citizen of Canada” OR “I am not a permanent resident or citizen of Canada”. Candidates are not required to specify their country of origin or citizenship in their application.
  • Applications and any confidential inquiries can be directed to the DHC Chair Dr. Lila Pine at lpine@ryerson.ca.

Sam Houston State University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Musicology/World Music) (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 19 April 2019)[]

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in musicology, world music and other duties as needed by the School of Music.
  • Educational Requirements for the Position: Ph.D. in Musicology or Ethnomusicology is preferred; ABD considered.
  • Experience Required for the Position: All applicants will be considered, but particular interest will be given to those with a successful record of teaching at the university level and/or experience in world music.
  • Special Instructions Summary: Submit application, letter of interest, vita, university transcripts, three letters of recommendation to https://shsu.peopleadmin.com. Other supporting materials may be requested at a later date.
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the postion is filled. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Dr. Mario Aschauer, Chair, Visiting Assistant Professor (Musicology/World Music) Search Committee, School of Music, Sam Houston State University, P.O. Box 2208, Huntsville, TX 77341-2208
  • Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
  • Open Until Filled: Yes

Texas Christian University: TCU Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellowship (Deadline: 20 December 2018) FILLED: Hye-jung Park, Ohio State University 2019[]

  • With a strong commitment to scholarly work and achievement, Texas Christian University (TCU) is pleased to offer a postdoctoral fellowship committed to our strong teacher-scholar model. This program offers a postdoctoral fellowship of up to two years to stellar scholars who are committed to research, teaching, and service. The program is designed to promote diversity in the academy. This term the fellowship is seeking individuals with research/creative activity and pedagogical experience in one or more of the following areas: Music Composition, Music Theory, Musicology, and Ethnomusicology.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Candidates from historically underrepresented groups in the U.S. higher education system are strongly encouraged to apply. The selection committee will consider all factors that enhance a candidate's ability to contribute to diversity in the academy, including varied socioeconomic and cultural experiences, diversity-related research and/or creative activity, teaching goals emphasizing diversity and first-generation college graduates. Candidates meeting these criteria should highlight these experiences in the diversity statement. Fellowship applicants must be eligible and authorized to work in the US without an employer-sponsored VISA. Earned a PhD, DMA, or equivalent from an accredited institution within the past five years and no later than July 1, 2019. Have experience in and a demonstrated commitment to research/creative activity and teaching.
  • Award: Starting salaries begin at approximately $50,000, depending on the field of study and level of experience, plus a generous benefits package including access to medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. This award also includes up to $5,000 for research-related and program travel expenses. Each award is for 12 months and may be renewable for only one additional year upon demonstration of academic productivity. The position will begin Fall 2019.
  • Expectations: The TCU Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellow is expected: 1) to teach a minimum of one class during each semester of the fellowship. Additional duties, which might include tutoring or other types of instructional support, will be assigned in a manner befitting the fellow's area(s) of expertise; 2) to focus on research/creative activity; 3) to meet regularly with assigned faculty mentors; 4) to participate in professional development opportunities; and 5) to connect and collaborate across the college and institution when deemed appropriate.
  • Application process: A one-page document with name, mailing address, telephone numbers, e-mail address and the title of the research and/or creative activity project, including a 250-word abstract of proposed research project. A cover letter describing applicant's interest in doing postdoctoral work specifically at TCU and relevant personal and professional background and interests. A curriculum vitae. A research and/or creative activity proposal describing the research and/or creative activity that the applicant would like to pursue during the fellowship (five-page limit, double-spaced). A statement sharing how your experiences related to diversity, equity, and inclusion can help to advance TCU's commitment to fostering an inclusive community (1-3 pages). Three letters of recommendation. Letters should reflect the candidate's ability to contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Any accommodations required.
  • All application materials should be submitted by December 20, 2018.
  • Submitting Details: Applications should include all application materials. The three confidential letters of recommendation should be emailed directly from the reviewer or dossier service to hrtalentacquisition@tcu.edu and include the applicant's name in the subject line. Finalists may be asked to submit additional materials. Only electronic materials will be accepted. Uploading instructions are available at https://tcu.igreentree.com/CSS_faculty. Application review will begin in February 2018 and continue until the position is filled.


University of Cincinnati: Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 15 June 2019) FILLED: Daniel Batchelder, Case Western Reserve University 2018[]

  • Date: Jun 3, 2019
  • The Division of Composition, Musicology, and Theory (CMT) of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) seeks an outstanding candidate with a strong record of teaching and research for a visiting assistant professorship in musicology /ethnomusicology for the 2019-2020 academic year. All areas of specialization will be considered, but specialists in popular music, public musicology, and/or musical theater are especially encouraged to apply. The CMT Division offers a wide range of graduate and undergraduate courses, and offers required and elective courses for all students enrolled in music programs at CCM, a comprehensive conservatory for the performing and media arts. http://ccm.uc.edu/music/cmt.html
  • Responsibilities: Teach a 2 + 2 load of undergraduate and graduate courses in musicology/ethnomusicology, including possible supervision of graduate assistants; service responsibilities within the musicology workgroup and CMT division as needed.
  • Minimum Qualifications: PhD in musicology or related field (Ethnomusicology or Theory) by time of appointment; one year teaching experience at the collegiate level.
  • Terms of Appointment: One-year visiting assistant professorship. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment Date: August 15, 2019.
  • Deadline: Review of applications will begin June 15, 2019, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their material electronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati’s Recruitment site https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position 37771.
  • Applicants should submit contact information for three professional references, a curriculum vitae, and a letter of application (Cover Letter) indicating areas of research expertise, university-level teaching experience, and other areas of teaching and scholarly interest.
  • 7/11 Phone interview requested
  • 8/9 Offer accepted

University of Houston: Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology (Deadline: 15 July 2019)[]

  • The Moores School of Music seeks candidates for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor appointment for the academic year 2019-2020. Applicants for this position should be prepared to deliver courses in the musicology division, including but not limited to: a graduate seminar in research methods, a music history review class for incoming graduate students, a one-semester survey of early music (through the Baroque) to upper undergraduates, an elective musicology course to be decided.
  • REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: Cover letter, CV, Unofficial transcripts, Names and contact information of three references who can provide confidential letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive instructions independently on submitting letters electronically.
  • DEADLINE: July 15, 2019 or until filled
  • CONTACT: Submit all materials to: http://jobs.uh.edu
  • SEARCH COMMITTEE CHAIR: Dr. Howard Pollack, hpollack@uh.edu
  • Qualifications: Applicants for this position at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music are expected to meet the following requirements: Hold the PhD in musicology and have experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level.
  • Notes to Applicant: Names and contact information of three references who can provide confidential letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive instructions independently on submitting letters electronically. Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. All positions at the university are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
  • Job Posting: Jun 24, 2019, 10:25:50 PM

University of Miami: Full-Time Lecturer in Musicology/Music Theory (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 09 May 2019) FILLED: Matteo Magarotto, University of Cincinnati 2016[]

  • Position Description: The Frost School of Music at the University of Miami seeks a dynamic teacher and supportive colleague to join the Department of Musicology as full-time lecturer, beginning fall 2019. The initial term of the position is one year, with the possibility of renewal. Responsibilities of the position involve teaching four courses per semester, focusing on the history and theory of Western art music; other possible courses include Music Bibliography and/or a topic in the lecturer’s field of expertise. The new hire will also be expected to contribute to the creative and intellectual life of the Frost School, including participating in faculty meetings and the weekly department forum.
  • Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will be at least ABD in musicology or related field and show evidence of successful college-level teaching at the time of appointment.
  • To apply: Please apply on-line. Submit a CV, cover letter, and the names/contact information of three references to UM website www.hr.miami.edu/careers.
  • Questions: Please direct any questions you may have to David Ake, Chair, Department of Musicology (david.ake@miami.edu)
  • Deadline: until filled.
  • 6/7 Offer made and accepted (unofficial until contract finalized).
  • 6/13 Contract signed.
  • From theory wiki: Offer made and accepted: Matteo Magarotto (PhD, Musicology, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: Lecturer of Musicology (Deadline: 23 May 2019) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • Faculty Posting Category: Teaching Assistant Professor
  • Posting Close Date: 05/23/2019
  • Proposed Appointment Date: 07/01/2019
  • Estimated duration of appointment: 6 months
  • Position Summary: This position is for a lectureship in Musicology and is for the duration of one semester. The Lecturer will teach six courses (3+3); teaching assignments will include core undergraduate Music History courses along with Theory courses in the Lecturer’s area of specialization.
  • Education Requirements: Ph.D
  • Qualifications and Experience: Good teaching abilities as well as good communication skills with knowledge of Music History
  • 5/21 Very confused about the work load here - it's one semester/6 months but to teach 6 courses? If the load is 3-3 then wouldn't one semester be 3 courses?
  • 5/23 The position summary shown here was an error.  The position was to teach a single course only, and has been filled.  UNC sincerely apologizes for the error and any subsequent confusion.

University of Pittsburgh: Dietrich School Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowship: Music (Deadline: 22 February 2019)[]

  • The University of Pittsburgh’s Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Music beginning August 1, 2019.
  • We seek applicants who specialize in Indigenous music studies, Latin American/Latinx music studies, or popular music studies from critical race and/or class perspectives. Applicants whose research is supplemented by other forms of writing or artistry are welcome, including those directed toward communities and publics outside the university. We also welcome scholars who engage critically in archive building or curation, as well as those who engage existing collections in challenging ways.
  • The successful candidate will pursue an active research and publication program, teach two courses per year (in musicology, ethnomusicology, and/or jazz studies), and mentor students in the applicant’s area(s) of expertise.
  • Applicants must have satisfactorily completed all requirements for the Ph.D. degree, including any oral defense, by March 1, 2019. Individuals who completed all such requirements before January 1, 2017 are ineligible. For more information about the fellowship program and to apply, [click here https://www.as.pitt.edu/dietrich-school-diversity-postdoctoral-fellowships].
  • To be considered, please submit by February 22, 2019 via https://pats.as.pitt.edu/apply/index/MTMw: curriculum vitae; dissertation table of contents; two-page statement of research interests outlining the goals of the research you will undertake during the term of the fellowship; two-page statement of teaching interests and philosophy; one-to-two-page diversity statement, discussing how your past, planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence; one writing sample or excerpt of no more than 20 pages including references and appendices; one course proposal and syllabus for a 15-week course directed towards advanced undergraduate or graduate students; and email contacts for three recommenders. For each reference, you will have the opportunity to input a personal email address or an email address generated through Interfolio’s Online Application Delivery. In either case, an email notification will be sent to the designated address with instructions for uploading letters to our system by March 1, 2019.

University of Redlands: Visiting Assistant Professor (Deadline: Open until filled; application review begins March 18, 2019) FILLED: Caitlin Carlos (UCLA, ABD)[]

  • Appointment: full-time, visiting assistant professor, begins Fall 2019
  • Responsibilities: The University of Redlands School of Music seeks an outstanding musicologist to teach courses in music history and literature as a Visiting Assistant Professor. The one-year appointment begins September 2019 and has the possibility of being renewed for up to three years. The University values applicants who have experience working with students from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Applicants are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting diverse student populations to accomplish curricular goals.
  • Qualifications: A master’s degree is required, a doctorate and college teaching experience is preferred. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected, with a teaching assignment of six courses per academic year.
  • Required documents:
    • application letter
    • current vitae
    • one-page teaching philosophy statement
    • statement detailing their ability to serve diverse learning communities and foster diversity and inclusion
    • three letters of reference
  • Review of completed applications will begin on March 18, 2019, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Katherine Baber, Chair of the Search Committee, at katherine_baber@redlands.edu.
  • Further information is available at: https://www.redlands.edu/human-resources/employment/visiting-assistant-professor-of-music-history/
  • 2/18 It seems like this position is not tenure-track, and not (at least not exclusively) in ethnomusicology. Is it in the wrong place on this wiki, or am I missing something?
  • Thanks, moved it. -5120j
  • 5/17 email from search comittee; another candidate has accepted the position.

University of Rochester: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music History (Deadline: 15 January 2019) FILLED: Jacquelyn Sholes, Brandeis 2008[]

  • The Department of Music in the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Rochester invites applications for a one-year appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor of Music History beginning 1 July 2019. Responsibilities will include teaching courses in the music history sequence of the Bachelor of Arts in Music curriculum as well as courses for non-majors and music minors.
  • Candidates must possess a completed Ph.D. with demonstrable promise to become a nationally recognized scholar in the field. Primary graduate training should be in musicology or music history, with specialization in an area or areas of music from 1800 to the present as well as strong theoretical/analytical skills. Expertise in one or more of the following secondary areas is desirable: musical theater; film; media and technology; composition; analysis; gender/sexuality/ethnicity. Superlative teaching skills are expected, as well as commitment to excellence in undergraduate musical education in a Bachelor of Arts curriculum.
  • Applicants should initially submit a curriculum vitae and cover letter that includes information on teaching experience and evaluation, and arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be uploaded. The portal for application is www.rochester.edu/faculty-recruiting. No publications or teaching videos are required at this time. Review of applications will begin 15 January 2019 and continue until position is filled.
  • 1/29 Request for additional materials. 

University of St. Thomas: 12-month Adjunct Faculty in Music, Dougherty Family College (Deadline: 31 March 2019)[]

  • DOUGHERTY FAMILY COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS
  • 12- MONTH ADJUNCT FACULTY IN MUSIC
  • The University of St. Thomas invites applications for a 12-month adjunct faculty position in Music in the Dougherty Family College. Faculty will teach 100- level courses in Music (e.g., Understanding Music and Culture). We seek colleagues with a record of success in teaching Music courses, expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Teaching load includes six courses (various times) per year, three courses fall 2019 and three courses spring 2020 (starting September 4, 2019).
  • This is a 12-month adjunct non-tenure track, renewable position. The compensation range is $35,400-$36,600 a year (depending on education and experience) plus health benefits. The successful candidate will teach online courses during January and summer (additional compensation is given for online courses).
  • PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: We seek candidates who recognize the value of high expectations, student-teacher relationships, and home-school-community connections for students’ academic achievement. Competitive candidates will demonstrate how their teaching record fosters successful learning communities reflective of their students' diverse cultures. Candidates will also demonstrate how their teaching has prompted students to make use of their culturally embedded knowledge, resulting in meaningful learning that affirms their students' social identities and connections while promoting high academic performance.
  • Successful candidates will have a background in critical and/or culturally responsive pedagogies and recognize their own cultural experiences, identities, manifestation of privilege, and the dynamics these evoke in and outside of the classroom. Candidates will embrace self-reflection, value excellence through educational equity, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing culturally responsive learning in a collaborative, collegial environment.
  • Required Master’s degree in Music, with experience in music history/musicology or closely related discipline. Candidates with at least one year of college teaching experience (community college teaching experience a plus) are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • TO APPLY: Application Deadline: March 31, 2019. Applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.stthomas.edu and include the following: cover letter; CV that includes at least three references who can specifically address the candidate’s teaching experience; a one-page teaching philosophy statement that presents the candidate’s approach to Music courses (discuss culturally responsive pedagogy in statement); and evidence of teaching excellence with underserved students.

University of Tampa: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music History & Theory (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 28 May 2019) FILLED: Anne Heminger, University of Michigan 2019[]

  • The Department of Music within the College of Arts and Letters at The University of Tampa invites applications for a one-year appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor of Music – Music History and/or Theory to begin August 2019.
  • The successful candidate will be a dedicated and successful teacher of music history and/or music theory, who can also effectively teach general education courses (e.g, music appreciation, world music, jazz history) and music courses in other areas. In addition to teaching duties, the successful candidate will participate in departmental service.
  • Position Qualifications: At least one graduate degree in Music History or Music Theory. Evidence of successful teaching at the college level. Additional background in orchestral conducting or music education is preferred.
  • Required Attachments: Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Though the attachment box is labeled as “CV/Resume”, more than one attachment may be uploaded.
  • 1.Cover letter detailing teaching experience and scholarly interests
  • 2.Current curriculum vita
  • 3.Statement of teaching philosophy
  • 4.Link to online streaming video (YouTube/Vimeo) of teaching sample/demo
  • 5.Copies of recent teaching evaluations
  • 6.Copy of graduate transcript(s)
  • 7.Contact information (name, phone numbers, and emails) for three professional references
  • Review of applications will begin immediately. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
    • Offer made and accepted 7/10

University of Tennessee, Knoxville: Lecturer, Musicology/Historical Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 19 April 2019, review begins immediately & continues until filled)[]

  • Musicology/Historical Musicology/Ethnomusicology.  Lecturer, beginning August 1, 2019.  This is a full-time teaching position, non-tenure track, with a nine-month appointment. Renewal possible, contingent upon continued funding and excellent teaching. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with rank and experience.
  • Duties: Teach lecture sections of introductory courses in musicology (possible topics selected from western art music, jazz, American music, and rock music); teach upper-level undergraduate course in Music in World Cultures; teach graduate course in Music Bibliography and Research Methods for Masters students. Other teaching duties possible as needed and based on the area of specialty.  Teaching abilities in a non-western music performance area desirable, but not required.  Experience with teaching in an online learning environment desirable, but not required.
  • Qualifications: Ph.D. in historical musicology or ethnomusicology required by time of appointment; demonstrated success in college-level teaching.  Applicants whose teaching and research interests complement those of the existing faculty are particularly encouraged to apply.  The School of Music actively seeks candidates with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
  • Deadline: April 19, 2019; review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
  • Application: Send cover letter; CV; teaching statement; sample course syllabus; and three current (within the last 12 months) letters of recommendation to: musicjobs@utk.edu.  Please put Musicology Search in the subject line.
  • The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
  • 4/23: Request for Skype interview x2.
  • 4/26: Invitation for campus visit. 

University of Virginia: Research Associate and Lecturer in Music (Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship) (Deadline: 08 April 2019)[]

  • The Department of Music at the University of Virginia invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship.
  • Teaching duties include three courses across the two-semester academic year. These courses will include instruction in music history and music theory within the undergraduate music major, but may also include seminars in the Critical and Comparative Studies PhD program. The Research Associate will also have the opportunity to present their research within the department and, more broadly, within relevant contexts within the University. The appointment begins August 25, 2019 and the salary is $47,500 plus full benefits.
  • QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a completed PhD in a music-related field at the time of appointment and a commitment to and experience in teaching both music history and music theory at the undergraduate major level, especially within a liberal arts environment. In addition, they should have an exciting research agenda that complements work done within the department.
  • APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a cover letter describing research agenda and teaching experience in both music theory and music history, a current curriculum vitae, a course description and syllabus—a maximum of two pages in total—for a music course that you have already taught, or would like to teach, and a sample article or scholarly work of approximately twenty-five pages in length.
  • Please also have three recommenders email confidential letters of recommendation to Kim Turner, kdt4d@virginia.edu.
  • Review of applications will begin on April 8, 2019, but the position will remain open until filled.
  • This is a one-year academic appointment; however, appointment may be renewed for an additional one-year increment, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.
  • For questions about the position, please contact Professor Michael J. Puri at puri@virginia.edu .
  • For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom at rkh6j@virginia.edu.
  • 4/1 Job posted to AMS-Announce with revised dates. Review now begins on 4/8.
  • 4/19 Skype interviews being scheduled
  • 5/21 Received rejection email (after skype interview)

Washington University in St. Louis: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship - Musicology/Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 10 April 2019) FILLED: Paula Harper, Columbia University 2019[]

  • One-year (with possible renewal for a second year) postdoctoral teaching fellowship in Musicology/Ethnomusicology at Washington University in St. Louis. Our postdoctoral program carries a teaching expectation of two courses per semester. Anticipated courses: Popular Music in American Culture (introductory undergraduate level); Freshman Seminar on a USAmerican popular music topic; upper-level undergraduate course on a USAmerican music topic. Fellows are expected to develop and pursue a research agenda with mentoring from appropriate senior faculty and to participate fully in the intellectual and social life of the department.
  • Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically. Include a letter of interest (addressed to Prof. Patrick Burke), curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Kim Daniels at daniels@wustl.edu. Questions regarding the search can also be addressed to Kim Daniels. Review of applications to begin April 10, 2019.
  • Required Qualifications: Ph.D., earned before the start of the Fall semester 2019.
  • 3/24 FYI I believe this is last year's job ad. The anticipated courses listed yesterday on AMS-Announce are different. Looks like the new job ad hasn't hit their HR website yet. 
  • 3/24 Thanks, can't believe I didnt notice that. I changed the text above to match the AMS posting and have linked to a Chronicle Vitae posting for the time being.
  • 4/1 The job ad is now live on their HR website, and I have updated the link.   
  • 4/18 Request for Skype Interview (x3)
  • 4/30 Offer made and accepted

Winston-Salem State University: Adjunct Faculty, Music (Music History/Strings) (Deadline: 12 August 2019)[]

  • The Department of Music is seeking an Adjunct Professor to design and teach a selection of courses for Music Majors and including general education courses for the university. In addition, the Adjunct Professor will work collaboratively with faculty in major areas of experience. The Adjunct Professor must have a demonstrated ability to cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.
  • Minimum Experience/Education: Master’s Degree in Music or a related field from an accredited institution. Two or more years of experience in related field. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: Doctorate Degree in Music or a related field. Three years or more of teaching experience.
  • Primary Responsibilities and Duties: The Adjunct Professor will teach assignments that will reflect the candidate’s skill set and department needs including:
  • Teach a selection of undergraduate courses in music history including general education courses for the university.
  • Design and teach a selection of undergraduate courses in music history including general education courses for the university.
  • Design and teach the string ensemble, string class as well as applied strings according to candidate’s area of concentration.
  • Participate in committees and advising.
  • Other teaching assignments according to departmental needs.
  • Maintain an active research profile and agenda for professional publication.
  • Percentage Of Time: 75
  • Primary Responsibilities and Duties: The Adjunct Professor’s responsibilities will also include:
  • Working collaboratively with faculty in major areas of experience.
  • Actively participating in faculty governance, departmental and university service.
  • Creating a strong presence through active participation in state, regional and national professional associations.
  • Performance experience in the area of strings.
  • Participation in professional academic and/or music associations.
  • A record of professional presentations and publications.
  • Percentage Of Time: 25
  • Position Type: Faculty
  • Time Limited Position: Yes
  • Appointment Length: 9 months
  • Open Date: 07/29/2019
  • Close Date: 08/12/2019
  • Open Until Filled: No

Yale University School of Music: Assistant Professor Adjunct of Music History (Deadline: 10 April 2019, but review begins 12 March 2019)[]

  • RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and teach survey courses and advanced electives on music-historical topics; maintain a professional profile that reflects the career of a distinguished scholar/teacher; contribute to all facets of the Music History area and the School of Music, including committee service, student advising, and instruction and/or thesis review within the academic component of the Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) program.
  • APPOINTMENT: Assistant Professor Adjunct of Music History, beginning July 1, 2019 (earliest) with an initial appointment of three years, renewable with review during the penultimate year. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Qualifications: PhD, or equivalent at time of hire, in musicology/music history. Scholarly interests that complement existing faculty strengths. Exceptional skill in the classroom instruction of aspiring professional musicians. The capacity for a promising agenda of scholarly research.
  • Application Instructions: Applicant screenings will begin on March 12, 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by April 10, 2019. Applications must include a letter of application, CV, a minimum of three reference letters from outside Yale, a sample of scholarly prose, and a statement of teaching philosophy oriented around music-historical instruction for graduate-level musicians. For more information, contact stefanie.parkyn@yale.edu.
  • 4/25 Request for campus interview

UK / Ireland Faculty Positions[]

Christ's College, University of Cambridge: Junior Research Fellowship - Stipendiary (Deadline: 25 October 2018)[]

  • Christ’s College, Cambridge invites applications for a four-year stipendiary Fellowship for a researcher in a specified area of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, tenable from not later than 1 October 2019 and non-renewable.
  • A Junior Research Fellowship is intended for a researcher early in their career and, in this case, is restricted to applicants in one or more of the following subject areas: Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, Archaeology, Anthropology, English, History and Philosophy of Science, Modern and Medieval Languages, Music, Philosophy, and Theology.
  • A Junior Research Fellowship offers an opportunity to carry out novel research in a stimulating academic environment. A successful applicant is expected to be either a graduate student, probably in the latter stages of research leading to a PhD degree (or equivalent), or a post-doctoral researcher who has completed their PhD Degree after 1st January 2018. Candidates who do not fulfil these criteria are unlikely to be considered.
  • The annual stipend of a Junior Research Fellow is currently £24,285 (with a PhD) or £19,850 (without a PhD) provided that the Fellow is not paid from elsewhere (other than remuneration for up to six hours College or University teaching a week). Fellows living out of College receive a non-pensionable living-out allowance of £4,405 (with a PhD) or £2,016 (without a PhD).
  • In addition to pursuing research, it is hoped that a Research Fellow will be a member of the Governing Body, eligible to sit on College committees, with the full privileges or a Fellow. Privileges include seven free meals per week, the possibility of financial support for expenses associated with their research, use of a study room or possibly single accommodation in College.
  • Applications must be submitted on-line via the Christ’s College website at www.christs.cam.ac.uk/jrf by 12:00 noon on Thursday 25th October 2018. Reports from two referees must also be received by the same deadline for the application to be eligible. Interviews are expected to be on or around Thursday 10th January 2019 and further details of the award and of the competition are provided on the website.
  • A stipendiary Junior Research Fellowship for a successful applicant who does not have an automatic right to work in the United Kingdom (including anyone who is completing a PhD at an overseas institution) will be subject to the visa requirements of the United Kingdom. The College will give informal advice and assistance but ultimately it will be the responsibility of the candidate to obtain the necessary visa.

Dublin City University: Assistant Professor in Music (Deadline: 10 April 2019)[]

  • Applicants for the position must hold a PhD in Music. They must have the capacity to teach Harmony and Counterpoint, Orchestration, Musicology, Composition, Theory and Applied Techniques, and Music Technology.
  • The successful candidate will have an excellent record in research and publication, and will have the capacity to contribute to the cultural life of the School and the University. Applications welcome from those who engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative research activities, and who can demonstrate quality and innovation in teaching and assessment. The post will contribute to the BA Joint Honours and Teacher Education programmes, along with taught postgraduate and research programmes. The successful candidate should be capable of working in a team context and of providing leadership in developing the teaching, research, and engagement agenda for Music within the School.
  • The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Music, including introductory and advanced modules on Harmony and Counterpoint, Orchestration, Musicology, Composition, Theory and Applied Techniques, and Music Technology
  • Supervision of postgraduate research, at both MA and PhD level, in at least two of the following areas: Musicology, Composition, Music Analysis, or Performance Studies
  • Pursue an active research agenda with ongoing research publications in leading international academic journals and book publishers, both individually and, where appropriate, in collaboration with colleagues in DCU and elsewhere
  • Leadership/mentorship in student ensemble performance
  • Actively apply for research funding as appropriate to the field and discipline
  • Actively promote music in the University and the public domain, as well as helping to plan and organise conferences, lectures, and other events
  • Participate actively in School activities and contribute to the development of the School’s profile in teaching and research
  • Administrative duties and professional development related to the position
  • Informal Enquiries to: Dr. Ethna Regan, Head of School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music E-mail: ethna.regan@dcu.ie ; Tel. +353 1 700 8164
  • Please do not send applications to this email address.
  • Closing date: 10th April 2019
  • Application Procedure: Application forms are available from the DCU Current Vacancies (Open Competitions) website at http://www4.dcu.ie/hr/vacancies/current.shtml and also from the Human Resources Department, Dublin City University, Dublin 9. Tel: +353 (0)1 700 5149; Fax: +353 (0)1 700 5500
  • Please clearly state the role you are applying for in your application and email subject line:
  • Job Ref #1187 Assistant Professor in Music
  • Applications should be submitted by email to hr.applications@dcu.ie or by Fax: +353 (0)1 7005500 or by post to the Human Resources Department, Dublin City University, Dublin 9.Human Resources Department, Dublin City University, Dublin 9. Tel: +353 1 700 5149; Fax: +353 1 700 5500 Email hr.applications@dcu.ie

Durham University: Lecturer in Music Psychology and Musicology (Deadline: 27 August 2018)[]

  • Job Specification: 015824
  • Company: Durham University
  • Department: Department Of Music
  • Position Type: Academic
  • Grade 7 (£32,548-£38,832)
  • Lecturer in Music Psychology and Musicology
  • This post is full-time and fixed term.
  • The Department of Music seeks to appoint a suitably qualified candidate to the position of Lecturer in Music Psychology and Musicology, tenable from 1 January 2019 to 30 September 2021.
  • The successful candidate will have expertise in teaching in the field of music psychology and possibly contribute towards the teaching of musicology.
  • The Lecturer will be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of our curriculum (lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops) at UG and PG Level.
  • Closes midday on: 27-Aug-2018

Durham University: Teaching Fellow in Historical Musicology (6 months) (Deadline: 08 May 2019)[]

  • Job Specification: 018057
  • Grade 7 (£33,199-£39,609)
  • The Department of Music seeks to appoint a suitably qualified candidate to a six month fixed-term Teaching Fellow in Historical Musicology, tenable from 1 October 2019 to 31 March 2020. The successful candidate will have expertise in teaching in the field of musicology, especially music history. The Teaching Fellow will be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of our curriculum (lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops) at UG Level.
  • Closes midday on: 08-May-2019
  • Offer made and accepted 6/21

Institute of Contemporary Music Performance: Academic Studies in Popular Music (Hourly Paid Lecturers) (Deadline: 10 June 2019)[]

  • Job Ref: TH14052019​
  • Pay-rate: £25.59 - £39.94 per hour
  • We are seeking to build on our existing faculty by recruiting new talent into an established team. Hourly Paid Lecturers play a significant role in maintaining the dynamism and diversity of our faculty. We are looking for dynamic and experienced teachers with backgrounds in any area of the academic study of popular music to deliver core module content in areas of contextual, critical and cultural studies, dissertation seminars and supervision, academic writing, and practice-based research. Applicants should hold a Master’s qualification. A PhD, completed or nearing completion, is desirable but not essential. Successful candidates will have opportunities to teach across a range of modules on our BMus, BA and MA programmes.
  • For an informal discussion about the post please contact Dr Tony Harris, Director and Dean Programmes: tony.harris@icmp.ac.uk
  • If you are interested in applying for this position, then please complete the e-application form below.
  • The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 10th June.

King's College London: Lecturer in Ethnomusicology Education (Deadline: 15 April 2019)[]

  • The Music Department at KCL seeks to appoint an ethnomusicologist at lecturer level with proven ability to teach, supervise and assess our BMus and MMus programmes and conduct high-quality original research. Applicants with expertise in one or more world regions at both undergraduate and Masters level are invited to apply. The successful candidate will be able, in addition, to contribute to the teaching of emerging worlds of digital music culture and/or music industry research.
  • The appointed candidate will be an excellent teacher who can develop and deliver teaching for core modules at undergraduate and taught postgraduate level, as well as contributing to the Department's suite of optional modules.
  • Finally, the appointee is expected to have the commitment and necessary competences to participate actively in the Department's everyday administrative functions.
  • This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for 3 years.
  • This is a full time post - 100% full time equivalent.
  • The selection process will include a panel interview.
  • To apply, please register with the King's College London application portal and complete your application online.
  • Grade and Salary: Grade 6, £37,412 per annum, inclusive of £3,223 per annum London Allowance.
  • Job ID: 011788
  • Post Date: 21-Mar-2019
  • Close Date: 15-Apr-2019
  • Contact Person: Professor Martin Stokes;
  • Contact Details: +44 (0)20 7848 1102, martin.stokes@kcl.ac.uk

King's College London: Lecturer in Musicology (begins Spring 2019) (Deadline: 16 November 2018)[]

  • Lecturer in Musicology (Academic Education Pathway)
  • The Department of Music at King's College London is seeking to appoint an outstanding Lecturer on a fixed-term, one-year contract starting 1 January 2019. The successful applicants will have strengths in the area of 20th-century music, opera and voice, and will have the ability to contribute to teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate dissertations, as allocated by the Head of Department. We expect Lecturers to be able to underpin their teaching with first-class scholarship and to contribute to the administration of the department.
  • The post will be located on the Strand campus. All candidates should have completed a PhD degree. Candidates are encouraged to state in their letter of application how their teaching interests will fit into and enrich the overall profile of the department.
  • This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for 1 year
  • This is a full-time [sic]
  • The selection process will include a panel interview
  • To apply, please register with the King's College London application portal and complete your application online.
  • For an informal discussion to find out more about the role please contact Professor Martin Stokes (martin.stokes@kcl.ac.uk) Tel: +44(0)20 7848 1102*
  • Grade and Salary: £37,412 per annum inclusive of £3,223 London Weighting Allowance per annum
  • Job ID: 005967
  • Post Date: 25-Oct-2018
  • Close Date: 16-Nov-2018
  • 10/28 Rookie question: is this the sort of job that a scholar based outside the U.K. should even think of applying for? I'm guessing there's little chance of the institution choosing an overseas candidate, as the paperwork would be a major inconvenience for such a brief appointment...?
  • 10/29 From the 2nd page of the Job Pack that you can download from the hiring page: "Applications are welcome from international candidates. However, this post does not meet Home Office requirements that would qualify it for a Certificate of Sponsorship and consequently the university would be unable to offer sponsorship for a visa under Tier 2 of the points based immigration system to anyone appointed to the post."

Maynooth University: Assistant Lecturer in Music (Deadline: 02 June 2019) FILLED: Michael Palmese, Louisiana State University 2019[]

  • Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an excellent academic to join our staff as an Assistant Lecturer in Music with expertise in any field of musicology, ethnomusicology or music theory. The person appointed will have a proven record of teaching, research and publication, appropriate to career stage. He/she will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching programme of the Department and undertake teaching duties on the Department's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as assist with the supervision of postgraduate students.
  • The appointee will be expected to have a strong research profile that supports the University's research strategy including affiliating to the Research Institutes, where appropriate and working with colleagues on national and international research. The appointee will be expected to sustain and conduct research, engage in scholarship of quality and substance and generate publications of international standard.
  • Assistant Lecturer Salary Scale: €33,479 per annum pro rata. Appointment will be made in accordance with the Department of Finance pay guidelines. New entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the first point of the above scale.
  • Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 2 June 2019
  • Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted.

Maynooth University: Lecturer in Music (Deadline: 25 August 2019)[]

  • Job Title: Lecturer
  • Department: Music
  • Vacancy ID: 004201
  • Closing Date: 25-Aug-2019
  • We are seeking an excellent academic to join our staff as a Lecturer in Music. The person appointed will have a proven record of teaching, research and publication, appropriate to career stage. He/she will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching programme of the Department and undertake teaching duties on the Department's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as the supervision of Master's and PhD students.
  • The appointee will be expected to build a strong research profile, that supports the University's research strategy including affiliating to the Research Institutes, where appropriate and working with colleagues on national and international research. The appointee will be expected to sustain and conduct research, engage in scholarship of quality and substance and generate publications of international standard.
  • It is essential that candidates have the following:
  • A completed PhD in Music;
  • A demonstrable record of excellence in teaching performance and musicology, or music theory,at university level;
  • A record of scholarly work and publication of international quality, demonstrating potential to become a significant contributor in the field of performance studies and/or musicology/music theory;
  • Experience of, and a demonstrated commitment to, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, programme development and academic innovation;
  • Experience supervising postgraduate research students;
  • Experience of, and commitment to, working in an interdisciplinary setting;
  • Strong administrative, organisational, teamwork and communication skills.
  • Lecturer Salary Scale (2019): €52,849 - €83,090 per annum (7 points). Appointment will be made in accordance with the Department of Finance pay guidelines.
  • New entrants to the public sector will be appointed on the first point of the above scale.
  • Selection and Appointment: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend for interview. Candidates invited for interview will be required to make a brief presentation. Appointments will be approved by the President based on the report of the selection board. It is anticipated that interviews will be held during early September, 2019. The appointment is expected to be effective from October 1, 2019.
  • Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 25 August 2019
  • Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted.

Oxford Brookes University: Research Fellow, School of Arts (3 Posts) (Deadline: 17 March 2019)[]

  • Full Time, Fixed Term - Researcher
  • The School of Arts has a vibrant research environment that produces world-leading research outputs in the fields of Art & Design, Film Studies, Music, Publishing and Sound Arts. You will contribute to the research culture of the school and in particular to one of the existing areas of research excellence: Audience Studies, Critical and historical musicology, Book History, Composition, Digital and media Arts, Film Theory, Fine Arts Theory and Practice, Sound Arts and Sound Studies.
  • The Research Fellow will carry out their own research and help staff in the School with the development of grant applications, networking and dissemination activities, and research outputs. We are recruiting for 3 full time, fixed term positions, for 36 months.
  • As Research Fellow you will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out research related to one of the areas of research excellence identified by the SoA: Audience Studies, Critical and historical musicology, Book History, Digital and media Arts, Film Theory, Fine Arts Practice, Sound Arts, Sound Studies
  • Publishing REF returnable outputs
  • Assisting staff in the School with the development of grant proposals, networking and dissemination activities, and outputs for publication
  • Attending conferences/workshops and presenting papers, work-in-progress, creative outcomes as required
  • Contributing to the research culture of the school
  • You should have: A good degree and PhD in in an appropriate discipline (Music, Arts, Film, Publishing); Demonstrable experience of working in an academic, arts practice or industry-led research environment; Knowledge in one of the key areas of research excellence in order to develop a coherent research programme that is well-organised and deliverable; Ability to contribute to one of the existing research groups within the SoA; Excellent skills in the preparation of research for publication and dissemination; Record of published outputs with REF return potential; Good time management skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines; Good written and verbal communication skills; Commitment to the values and mission of the University.
  • Applicants are asked to submit an outline of their proposed research project (2 pages maximum) with their application. The outline should include: Details of the significance of the project, and the contribution it will make to enhancing understanding, knowledge, insights or creativity; A definition of the research questions, issues or problems to be addressed; An overview of the proposed research methods and/or approach and their appropriateness, effectiveness and feasibility; A feasible project management plan that will allow the project to be completed within the project time; Details of the proposed dissemination methods and impact plans (including potential reach and significance of impacts on the economy, society and/or culture and discussion of intended research beneficiaries and proposed ways of engaging with them).
  • Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Paul Whitty, Professor in Composition: pwhitty@brookes.ac.uk


Royal College of Music: Research Associate (AHRC Project: Music, Migration and Mobility) (Deadline: 04 September 2019)[]

  • Closing date: 9am Wednesday 4 September 2019
  • Interview date: Tuesday 17 September 2019
  • Salary: £33,409 pro rata
  • Job ref no:503-19
  • This post is offered on a part-time (0.8FTE) basis for a fixed-term period of 36 months, the post is available from 20 September 2019.
  • The Royal College of Music (RCM) is one of the world's greatest conservatoires. Our excellence was recognised by the 2019 QS World University Rankings, in which we ranked as the top institution for performing arts in the UK for the fourth consecutive year. The RCM also achieved an overall rating of gold for its outstanding teaching and learning provision for undergraduates in the first ever Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
  • The Music, Migration and Mobility project brings fresh methodological approaches to the study of the experiences, musical lives and subsequent impact on British musical culture of musicians who came from Nazi-ruled Europe in the 1930s and '40s. The project will investigate and map the journeys of approximately 30 musicians as they negotiated and helped to form aspects of British musical life in the post-war period. The project will also probe the practical challenges of performing and mediating their compositions-which are defined by multiple trans-national cultural influences and traditions-through a programme of experimental rehearsal workshops and concerts and explore the cultural value of this music for contemporary audiences.
  • Fluent in written German, the Music, Migration and Mobility Research Associate will be responsible for undertaking archival research in a number of designated archives in the UK, Germany and Austria including case studies of migrant musicians at Glyndebourne and the Anglo-Austrian Music Society. The post-holder will also write biographical texts, gather data and undertake research and oral history interviews to inform performance workshops, the development of an online resource and the project’s mapping project using ESRI Story Maps. The post-holder will be supported to present their research at national and international conferences.
  • We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:
  • You will have a PhD in music, history or a relevant subject area
  • You will have the ability to read accurately manuscript and printed 20th century archival materials in German and translate them into English
  • You will have proven experience in archival research, creating data sets, interpreting data and writing research outputs
  • To apply: Please complete our 1) Application Form (as this is a research position you should also submit an up to date academic CV) and 2) Equal Opportunities form (available to download further down this page) and submit in PDF or Word format before the closing deadline for the post. Although an academic CV should be submitted CVs without an application form will not be accepted.
  • Please ensure that you include the Job Reference Number when submitting your application.

Sidney Sussex College, University of Cambridge: Stipendiary and Non-Stipendiary Research Fellowships (Deadline: 19 October 2018)[]

  • The College Council wishes to make elections to two Research Fellowships, each tenable for three years and not renewable, to commence on 1st September 2019. One Fellowship is intended for researchers in the Sciences (including Mathematics, Engineering and the Medical and Veterinary sciences) the other for those researching subjects studied in the School of Arts and Humanities (including Architecture, History of Art, Classics, Divinity, English, Modern and Medieval Languages, Music and Philosophy). These Fellowships are primarily intended to provide opportunities for scholars at an early stage of their academic careers to establish a successful research profile. A successful applicant is expected to be either a graduate student, expecting to submit their PhD Degree (or equivalent) no later than June 2019, or a post-doctoral researcher with less than three years since completing their PhD Degree. Candidates should only apply if they have the right to work in the UK.
  • The starting stipend is £22,659 (at 1st August 2018 stipend level for point 29 on the University's single salary spine), with a single spine point increase each year. If the Fellow does not hold a PhD the stipend would be £19,202 per year (point 23). The stipend is pensionable in the USS Pension Scheme. The Fellow will be entitled to an office in College and to Fellows’ dining and other privileges. Single residential accommodation may be available, and would be subject to a service charge of £150 per month for 2018/19 (reviewed annually). For those choosing to live in private accommodation there is a non-pensionable annual living out allowance of £4,505 for 2018/19 (reviewed annually). Research Fellows may apply for research grants of up to £1,100 per year (rate for 2018/19) to cover research expenses, including books, and an entertainment allowance of up to £385 per year. Applications for non-stipendiary positions are welcomed from those with an alternative source of funding.
  • The holder of a Research Fellowship will be permitted to teach for up to four hours per week, with priority being given to teaching for the College. Additional payment will be made for this teaching at standard University supervision rates. Prior permission of the College Council is required for other paid work and all emoluments received must be disclosed to the Council. Council may reduce the stipend in the light of other income.
  • All applications, including references, must be made using the online application form on the College website. The closing date is 19th October 2018 for the receipt of the online application and 22nd October 2018 for two supporting references. The latter must also be submitted using the online form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that both referees submit the form prior to the deadline. Candidates may be asked to submit written work to supplement their applications and short-listed applicants will be interviewed. Interviews will probably take place in early January 2019.
  • Enquiries should be directed to the Fellow Secretary to the Research Fellowship Competition, Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, CB2 3HU (e-mail: research.fellowships@sid.cam.ac.uk).

The Queen's College, University of Oxford: Junior Research Fellowship in Music (Deadline: 04 January 2019)[]

  • The Queen’s College, Oxford, wishes to appoint a Junior Research Fellowship in Music. Fellowships are tenable for a fixed term of three years and it is expected that the successful candidate will take up the post from 1st October 2019. The successful candidate should hold a PhD in a relevant field of specialisation in Music, or be close to completion. Eligible candidates should have no more than three years of post-doctoral research experience by the closing date.
  • The main duties of the post are: to engage in research of a quality commensurate with publication in leading international journals of Music; to develop and manage their own programme of independent research; to present their research at international conferences and research workshops; to participate in the intellectual life of the College by attending, and where possible by organising, seminars, workshops, conferences, and other academic events.
  • Selection criteria: have a well-developed and intellectually ambitious plan for post-doctoral research over the three-year period of the fellowship; be able to present research findings effectively to fellow professionals and other informed members of the public; be willing to contribute more generally to the intellectual life of the College; have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • There are no teaching responsibilities associated with the post. However, the Junior Research Fellow may engage in paid teaching up to a maximum of six hours weekly and, if teaching undergraduates, would normally be expected to give priority to the College’s own undergraduate teaching needs. The Junior Research Fellow will be offered an affiliation with the Faculty of Music.
  • Salary: the salary for this post is £32,244 per annum. The Junior Research Fellow will be automatically enrolled in the USS pension scheme unless he or she opts out.
  • Research Allowance: a personal research allowance of £1,500 per annum is provided by the College for research activities such as conference attendance, research assistance, and the purchase of books and software.
  • Place of Work: The College will provide a non-residential study room on the main site in central Oxford. It may also be possible to provide single residential accommodation at a charge. The successful candidate is expected to reside in or near Oxford.
  • The Junior Research Fellow will be a member of the Senior Common Room at The Queen’s College, and entitled to free meals.
  • The Fellowship offers early-career researchers the opportunity to develop their research within one of the world’s leading universities and so strengthen their future position in the academic job market.
  • Closing Date: Friday 4th January 2019
  • Interviews will be held on 17th January 2019
  • 1/9: Notice that I did not advance to the next round (x1)

University College Dublin: Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Musicology (Deadline: 28 September 2018)[]

  • Post Duration: Permanent
  • Grade: Lecturer/Assistant Professor (below the bar)
  • Competition Ref. N⁰ 010764
  • Position Summary: The School of Music seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Musicology. The lecturer will teach in the BA and BMus programmes in Music, the BA Humanities pathway Music, Film & Drama, and in the MMus in Musicology (with strands in both historical musicology and ethnomusicology). The lecturer will also supervise and mentor MMus, MLitt and PhD students.
  • The School in particular seeks candidates with a strong research record and teaching interest in the areas of 20th century music (broadly defined), music and media, and/or music and digital culture. The School seeks an innovative scholar with a proven investment in interdisciplinary topics and approaches within the field of musicology.
  • Lecturer/Assistant Professor (below the bar) Salary Scale: €33,148 - €58,178 per annum. Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines.
  • Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules
  • Supervise and mentor BA, BA Humanities, BMus, MA and PhD students
  • Undertake administrative duties as required by Head of School
  • Participate in the scholarly activities of the School of Music
  • Publish high-profile research
  • Further the development of 20th century music studies in the School and University
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Head of School or nominee.
  • Mandatory:
  • PhD in Musicology
  • Active publication and research profile and capacity to complement and enhance current school research themes
  • Relevant teaching experience and broad knowledge of theories, contexts, and practices of 20th century music
  • Ability to complement existing teaching areas in the School of Music
  • Demonstrated ability to undertake academic administrative work
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
  • A capacity and enthusiasm for working in an interdisciplinary context within the School and the wider academic community
  • A proven commitment to high-quality teaching at undergraduate (and possibly graduate) level
  • Desirable:
  • Ability to attract research funding
  • Experience of BA/BMus, MA, or PhD supervision
  • Training in performance and/or composition
  • Ability to contribute to transdisciplinary pathways in the College of Arts and Humanities, particularly the pathway in Music, Film & Drama.
  • Evidence of interdisciplinary engagement
  • An ability to teach courses outside areas of specialist research interest
  • Informal Enquiries ONLY to: Name: Dr Ciarán Crilly, Title: Head of Music, Assistant Professor in Music, Email address: ciaran.crilly@ucd.ie, Telephone: +353-1-716-8263
  • 11/1 rejection received (x2)

University of Aberdeen: Lecturer in Music (Deadline: 25 October 2018)[]

  • The School of Language, Literature, Music & Visual Culture seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Music. We welcome applications from high quality candidates of outstanding promise and/or with established reputations as musicologists. The successful candidate will contribute work of outstanding international distinction to the research profile of the Department of Music. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to, and some experience of, teaching at undergraduate level.
  • Ref No: LAN082A
  • The successful candidate will undertake research and teaching in an area of Music relevant to the requirements of the Department. A specialism in Classical and Romantic music would be desirable and an interest in a secondary area (such as popular music, ethnomusicology, aesthetics, music and gender etc.) is preferable. S/he will teach on the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by the Department of Music, including introductory courses and research-informed specialist options; will undertake supervision of postgraduate research students; will contribute to the work of the School’s research centres; and will pursue external funding opportunities. Responsibilities will also include administrative roles as agreed with the Head of Music and the Head of the School of Language, Literature, Music & Visual Culture.
  • You will have a PhD in an area of Music relevant to the requirements of the post. Preference may be given to those with a specialism in Classical and Romantic music and an interest in a secondary area (such as popular music, ethnomusicology, aesthetics, music and gender etc.) is preferable. You will have a record of excellent research and publication appropriate to your career stage, a clear plan of research activity for the coming years, including plans for obtaining external research funding and research impact, and experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will have native or near-native competency in English language, excellent written and spoken communication skills, and be able to engage with students and promote student learning in a range of ways. Your covering letter should set out how you would envision making a contribution to the Department of Music at the University of Aberdeen.
  • Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7salary scale (£40,792-£48,676 and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
  • Any appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references and a 3 year probation period.
  • Should you require a visa to undertake paid employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship and Tier 2 visa. As appropriate, at the time an offer of appointment is made you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of financial maintenance and competency in English. Please do not hesitate to contact Heather Clark, HR Adviser on +44 (0)1224 273244 or email h.m.clark@abdn.ac.uk for further information.
  • Should you wish to make an informal enquiry please contact: Dr Phillip A. Cooke, Head of Music, 01224 274599, p.cooke@abdn.ac.uk
  • Please do not send application forms or CVs to Dr Cooke
  • The closing date for the receipt of applications is 25 October 2018.
  • Rejection Received 11/2/18 (x2)

University of Bristol: Teaching Associate in Music (Deadline: 27 June 2019)[]

  • The University of Bristol is seeking to appoint a fixed-term part-time (0.4 FTE) Teaching Associate in Music from 1 September 2019 to 30 June 2020.
  • The successful candidate will deliver lectures in Music History before 1800, as well as contributing to more general units in Music History. It is desirable for the successful candidate to be able to teach widely across the BA Music curriculum. (S)he will be a well-rounded musician, with sufficient expertise in performance that they can examine recitals at undergraduate and MA level. The successful candidate will also make an appropriate administrative contribution to the life of the department of Music (as an academic tutor, for example).
  • The successful candidate will have, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD, and to have experience of teaching (especially in a lecture context), ideally in the HE sector.
  • Interviews will be held on Tuesday 23rd July 2019..
  • Applications must be made using the University of Bristol’s on-line application system. The closing date is midnight 30th June 2019 (sic). Informal enquiries should be directed to the Deputy Head of Subject, Professor Emma Hornby at emma.hornby@bristol.ac.uk
  • Job number: ACAD104022
  • Salary: £33,199-£37,345 pro rata per annum
  • Closing date for applications: 27-Jun-2019
  • 5/29 Note from moderator: Since there are two deadlines listed, I'd plan to apply by the earlier one.

University of Cambridge: Teaching Associate (Part Time, Fixed Term) (Deadline: 04 April 2019)[]

  • The Faculty of Music at the University of Cambridge is seeking to appoint a Teaching Associate in Music, specialising in Ethnomusicology, with additional expertise in sound studies, postcolonial studies, and/or popular music from September 2019 for a period of three years. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Music or a cognate discipline with a well-developed track record in musicological research, particularly in the field of Ethnomusicology as well as experience of successfully developing and delivering teaching within Higher Education.
  • The successful candidate will deliver courses at undergraduate level and contribute to graduate teaching where appropriate. They will teach a second-year course, Introduction to Ethnomusicology, which currently includes modules on musical and sonic ethnography, history of ethnomusicology and an introduction to several non-Western musical repertoires/practices, as well as a practical component for students to carry out a small-scale ethnographic project. The appointee will also be expected to deliver one or more courses on an approved subject of their own choice, in addition to carrying out examining and administrative duties on behalf of the Faculty of Music.
  • Further information about the Faculty of Music is available from http://www.mus.cam.ac.uk/
  • Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.
  • Please quote reference GT17633 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
  • The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
  • Salary: £30,395-£39,609 (pro rata, 0.4FTE)
  • Length of appointment: This post is fixed term until 30 August 2022 to provide temporary cover during the secondment of another member of staff.
  • To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply' button below. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
  • Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV), a covering letter describing your potential suitability for the role and how you would approach the teaching of Ethnomusicology, a list of research publications and other research activity (e.g. conference papers given), and up to two relevant, representative publications in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
  • The closing date for applications is Thursday, 04 April 2019. If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Ruth Farley at MusicHR@admin.cam.ac.uk in the first instance.
  • Please note that interviews for this post are currently scheduled to take place w/c 22 April 2019.

University of Edinburgh: Teaching Fellow in Musical Analysis, History and Philosophy (Deadline: 06 June 2019)[]

  • The Reid School of Music invites applications for a fixed term, full-time Teaching Fellow in Musical Analysis, History, and Philosophy. The successful candidate will have strengths in western art music from the late eighteenth century and nineteenth centuries and will be expected to teach topics in musical analysis, history, and the philosophy of music at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. The successful candidate is also expected to contribute to shared duties in relation to course administration, assessment and attendance at programme and course level meetings.
  • This position is tenable for a 10-month period from 2nd September 2019 on a full-time basis.
  • Salary: £33,199 - £39,609 per annum.
  • Applications are invited for a fixed-term, full-time Teaching Fellow in Musical Analysis, History, and Philosophy. The successful candidate will be educated to PhD level with a focus on music from the long nineteenth century. They will have demonstrable ability in musical analysis and the philosophy of music, and will have experience of teaching music at university level.
  • Vacancy Ref: 047900
  • Essential
  • A PhD in musicology with a research specialism in nineteenth-century music.
  • The ability to deliver teaching in the analysis of Western art music from the late eighteenth century onwards.
  • The ability to deliver teaching in music history and musical aesthetics.
  • Experience of teaching a range of music courses at university level.
  • Desirable
  • The ability to deliver teaching in research methods.
  • Application Procedure: All applicants should apply online by clicking the apply link at the bottom of this page. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. The online system allows you to submit a CV and other attachments.
  • The closing date is 5pm (GMT) on 6th June 2019.

University of Huddersfield: Lecturer in Musicology (Deadline: 13 June 2019)[]

  • The University is seeking to appoint a fixed-term, 0.75 FTE lecturer in Musicology. The post is being created to cover duties for a current permanent member of staff to focus on a period of more intensive research. The successful applicant will join a dynamic and energetic team, dedicated to providing high quality teaching and research. For the purposes of this post, musicology would be defined broadly and would be likely to include:
  • Undergraduate teaching: contributions to Introduction to Music Research; Popular Music Studies; Final Year Projects; and Music, Gender and Identity.
  • Postgraduate teaching: contributions to departmental research colloquia and research student training sessions.
  • Informal queries should be made to Stewart Worthy on 01484 473030 or email s.a.worthy@hud.ac.uk
  • Job reference: R4416
  • Application closing date: 13/06/2019
  • Salary: Grade 7 (£25,879 - £29,109 per annum)

University of Manchester: Lecturer in Ethnomusicology (Teaching Focused) (Deadline: 04 March 2019)[]

  • Job Reference : HUM-13484
  • Salary : £36,261 per annum
  • Employment Type : Fixed Term
  • Hours Per week : Full time
  • Contract Duration : Available from 1 August 2019 until 31 July 2020
  • The Music Department at the University of Manchester invites applications for a temporary lectureship in Ethnomusicology, tenable from 1 August 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter until 31 July 2020. This opportunity has become available due to the need to provide teaching cover for a member of staff on maternity leave.
  • You will be expected to convene and deliver course-units in Ethnomusicology across the curriculum, contribute to other teaching at undergraduate and Master’s level as required, and contribute to the management and administration of the department under the guidance of the Head of Music. While the post is teaching-focused, you will also be encouraged to contribute to the research culture of the department.
  • You will hold a PhD (or equivalent) in Music / Ethnomusicology, demonstrate subject expertise in your specialist field, have a strong awareness of current thinking in the field, and have a proven ability to provide high-quality and innovative teaching to a range of student groups at different levels.
  • This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date
  • Enquiries about vacancy shortlisting and interviews: Professor Caroline Bithell, Head of Music, Email: caroline.bithell@manchester.ac.uk
  • Further Particulars and Job Description: HUM-13484 Lecturer in Ethnomusicology (Teaching Focused) FPs
  • 3/8 The deadline for this position was actually March 4th, not April 3rd (UK dates are dd/mm/yy); I have this directly from the search chair, and the link also shows that the position is closed.
  • Fixed, thanks.

University of Nottingham: Assistant or Associate Professor of Music (Deadline: 24 May 2019)[]

  • Reference: ARTS087819
  • Closing Date: Friday, 24th May 2019
  • Assistant Professor: £36,261 - £48,677 per annum
  • Associate Professor: £51,630 - £61,618 per annum
  • Applications are invited for the above post based at the University of Nottingham, University Park Campus.
  • The Department of Music is one of the UK’s leading centres for teaching and research in Music. The appointee to this post will play a central role in continuing to develop the Department’s provision in response to changing student demand. The successful candidate will have expertise in any area of musicology, broadly defined, which will enhance the department’s existing curriculum and research strengths. They will be expected to teach in at least two areas of musicology, to conduct internationally excellent research (involving the production of research outputs and impact case studies for forthcoming national research assessment exercises), to attract external research funding, to supervise postgraduate research students, and to contribute to departmental administration. In addition to making a significant leadership impact in research and teaching, the role holder will participate in the Department’s organisation, management and strategic planning and will also contribute to the University’s strategic planning processes. They will act as principal investigator on major research projects in musicology, take responsibility for the quality of the design of Music courses/programmes and contribute generally to the development of teaching and assessment in the Department.
  • Candidates should have a PhD in relevant subject area.
  • To be considered for the Associate Professor you must have an extensive track record of world-leading published research, development and delivery of teaching units, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the UK Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and Research Excellence Framework (REF).
  • To be considered for the Assistant Professor you must demonstrate experience and achievement in musicology reflected in an emerging national and international reputation, evidence of a promising publication record and success in delivering teaching within an agreed quality framework.
  • Please indicate on your application for which position you're applying. This is a full time, permanent position.
  • Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Head of Department, Dr Lonán Ó Briain (lonan.obriain@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be accepted.

University of Nottingham: Assistant Professor in Music (part time) (Deadline: 31 May 2019)[]

  • Reference: ARTS134019X1
  • Closing Date: Friday, 31st May 2019
  • Salary: £36261 to £48677 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
  • Applications are invited for the above post based at the University of Nottingham, University Park Campus. The Department of Music is one of the UK’s leading centres for teaching and research in Music. The appointee to this post will play a central role in continuing to develop the Department’s provision in response to changing student demand. *The successful candidate will have expertise in popular music studies, and secondary expertise in any area that will enhance the department’s existing curriculum and research strengths. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply: music performance, music industry, music education, music technology, and world music studies. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in at least two areas of the music curriculum, to conduct internationally excellent research (involving the production of research outputs and impact case studies for forthcoming national research assessment exercises), to attract external research funding, to supervise postgraduate research students, and to contribute to departmental administration. In addition to making a significant leadership impact in research and teaching, the role holder will participate in the Department’s organisation, management and strategic planning and will also contribute to the University’s strategic planning processes. The role holder will act as principal investigator on major research projects, take responsibility for the quality of the design of Music courses/programmes and contribute generally to the development of teaching and assessment in the Department.
  • Candidates must have a PhD at the time of application. They must demonstrate experience and achievement in popular music studies reflected in an emerging national and international reputation, evidence of a promising publication record and success in delivering teaching within an agreed quality framework.
  • This is a part time, 29 per week, permanent position.
  • Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Head of Department, Dr Lonán Ó Briain (lonan.obriain@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

University of Nottingham: Teaching Associate in Music (part time) (Deadline: 08 May 2019)[]

  • Reference: ARTS087419
  • Closing Date: Wednesday, 8th May 2019
  • Salary: £30395 to £39609 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
  • Applications are invited for the above post based in the Department of Music at the University of Nottingham. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching on a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Elements of Music, Repertoires of Music, Global Music Studies and Dissertation. The role holder may also be asked to contribute to teaching in other areas of the curriculum such as Music Technology and Skills in Composition.
  • The role holder will help to develop new course proposals and may contribute to curriculum development. They will be involved in the development of new teaching and assessment practices and/or developing systematic methods for evaluating and disseminating these practises within the Department.
  • At the time of application, candidates must have or be working towards a PhD in musicology (broadly defined), music theory and analysis or a closely related field. They must also have previous teaching experience of small groups at Higher Education level.
  • This is a part time, 18.25 hours per week, permanent position.
  • Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Head of Department, Dr Lonán Ó Briain (lonan.obriain@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

University of Nottingham: Teaching Associate in Music (fixed term, part time) (Deadline: 08 July 2019)[]

  • Salary: £30,395 to £39,609 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
  • Closing Date: Monday 08 July 2019
  • Reference: ARTS165019
  • Applications are invited for the above post based in the Department of Music at the University of Nottingham.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching on a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Repertoires of Music II (Level One), Contemporary Approaches to Music Education (Levels Two and Three) and Dissertation (Level Three). The role holder may also be asked to contribute to teaching in other areas of the curriculum such as Film Music (Levels Two and Three) and Jazz (Levels Two and Three).
  • The role holder will help to develop new course proposals and may contribute to curriculum development. The role holder will be involved in the development of new teaching and assessment practices and/or developing systematic methods for evaluating and disseminating these practises within the Department. At the time of application, candidates must have or be working towards a PhD in musicology (broadly defined) or a closely related field. The role holder must also have previous teaching experience of small groups at Higher Education level.
  • This role is part time (18.13h per week) and will be offered on a fixed term contract from 1st September 2019 to 30th June 2021.
  • Informal enquiries may be addressed to the Head of Department, Dr Lonán Ó Briain (lonan.obriain@nottingham.ac.uk). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

University of Oxford: Postdoctoral Researcher(s), Music and Late Medieval Court European Cultures (Deadline: 12 July 2019)[]

  • Postdoctoral Researcher, Music and Late Medieval Court European Cultures
  • Radcliffe Humanities Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford
  • Grade 7: Salary in the range £32,326 - £34,189 p.a.
  • The Faculty of Music proposes to appoint two postdoctoral researchers for 12 months from September 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter to work on the ERC Advanced Grant 'Music and Late Medieval European Court Cultures' (MALMECC).
  • The project seeks to develop a new, post-national and trans-disciplinary method of studying pre-modern cultures; specifically, the focus is on European courts of the ‘long’ 14th century, defined as 1280 - 1450. The project seeks to achieve its objectives through the systematic collaboration of a team of scholars drawn from relevant disciplines (including but not limited to architectural history, art history, general history, intellectual history, modern and classical languages, musicology) under the leadership of the Principal Investigator (PI), Karl Kügle. Each team member works on a specific sub-project. Applicants are invited to propose a sub-project of their own that complements or enhances the current sub-projects in a creative and innovative way, and that can demonstrably be brought to fruition within a 12-month time span.
  • Reporting to the project’s Principal Investigator (PI), Karl Kügle, the postdoctoral researchers will pursue an individual research project. They will liaise with the research team and the PI to refine and develop their research and ensure synergy within the entire project, producing one or more articles to be submitted to a top-quality journal or equivalent scholarly publication during their tenure. In addition, they will present their research results and represent the project at (inter)national conferences or meetings. Postdoctoral researchers are also encouraged to engage in informal publishing and social media activities, for example by contributing blog posts on the project website.
  • Candidates should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in a relevant field (thesis submitted by agreed starting date), and may come from any of the disciplines relevant for the period 1280 - 1450. A significant research output (or promise thereof) is essential, as well as proven organisational skills and the ability to work congenially within a team.
  • As well as a CV and letter of application detailing how they meet the selection criteria, candidates will provide a supporting statement of no more than 1500 words (including bibliography) detailing their proposed sub-project. Please see the ‘How to Apply’ section of the Further Particulars for more information.
  • More information on the project and sub-projects can be found on the MALMECC website at: www.malmecc.eu and www.malmecc.eu/research-areas/. For informal inquiries, please contact Martha Buckley (project administrator).
  • The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 12 July 2019. We anticipate that interviews will take place on Friday 26 July 2019.
  • Contact Person: Martha Buckley, Project Support Coordinator, martha.buckley@humanities.ox.ac.uk
  • Vacancy ID: 141177


University of Oxford, St Aldate's and St Catherine’s College: Departmental Lecturer in Historical Musicology (Deadline: 17 April 2019)[]

  • Faculty of Music, St Aldate's and St Catherine’s College, Oxford
  • Grade 8: £40,792 p.a.
  • The Faculty of Music and St Catherine’s College propose to appoint a fixed-term Departmental Lecturer in historical musicology of the long 19th century. This is for a fixed-term of 36 months with effect from 1 October 2019.
  • For the Faculty, the appointee will give 36 hours of lectures and/or seminars per year, supervise Masters students in historical musicology, assist in administering undergraduate examinations, undertake examining and serve as an assessor for doctoral submissions in his/her area of expertise, and conduct research in his/her area(s) of specialist expertise.
  • For the College she/he will be expected to take responsibility for the organisation, supervision and teaching of Music at St Catherine’s College, including arrangements for admission to the subjects and pastoral duties, as well as undertaking up to six hours college of tutorial teaching a week.
  • Applications are welcome from candidates with teaching expertise and experience – at both undergraduate and graduate levels - in the historical musicology of the long nineteenth century. The ability also to teach music analysis would also be advantageous.
  • Candidates should have completed their doctorate by the date of their appointment, and should have acquired teaching and administrative experience.
  • The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 17 April 2019.
  • Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.
  • Vacancy ID: 139633

University of Oxford, Merton College: Departmental Lecturer in Historical Musicology (Deadline: 26 April 2019)[]

  • Grade 7: £32,236 - £39, 609 p.a. (with discretionary range to 40,792 p.a.)
  • The Faculty of Music and Merton College propose to appoint a fixed-term Departmental Lecturer in historical musicology of the long 19th century. This is for a fixed-term of 36 months with effect from 1 October 2019.
  • For the Faculty, the appointee will give 36 hours of lectures and/or seminars per year, undertake examining and conduct research in his/her area(s) of specialist expertise. For the College she/he will be expected to take responsibility for the organisation, supervision and teaching of Music at Merton College, including arrangements for admission to the subjects and pastoral duties, as well as undertaking up to six hours college of tutorial teaching a week.
  • Applications are welcome from candidates with musicological teaching expertise and experience in the long 19th century.The ability also to teach music analysis would also be advantageous.
  • Candidates should have completed their doctorate by the date of their appointment, and should have acquired teaching and administrative experience.
  • The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 26 April 2019.
  • Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.
  • Vacancy ID: 140185
  • Closing Date: 26-Apr-2019
  • Contact Email: administrator@music.ox.ac.uk

University of Sheffield: Teaching Associate in Musicology and Musical Theatre (Deadline: 06 September 2019)[]

  • Job Reference Number: UOS023691
  • Job Title: Teaching Associate in Musicology and Musical Theatr
  • Contract Type: Fixed-term from 16th September 2019 to 18th September 2020
  • Working Pattern: 30% FTE, working pattern to be agreed in line with teaching timetable
  • Faculty: Arts and Humanities
  • Department: Music
  • Salary: Grade 7 £31,302 - £39,609 per annum (pro-rata).
  • Closing Date: 6th September 2019
  • Summary: Are you interested in working for a world top 100 university? We have an exciting opportunity in the Department of Music for someone keen to use their knowledge and experience to play an active role in maintaining and enhancing the Department of Music’s reputation for teaching excellence and innovation. We welcome applications from candidates who can deliver excellent teaching within the core discipline of Musicology. You will take a pro-active role in enhancing our reputation for high quality and innovative teaching. You should be capable of delivering a high-quality student experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will have a PhD in Musicology or a related subject area, or equivalent professional experience, and have teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels

York St. John University: Post-doctoral Research Assistant: International Centre for Community Music (Deadline: 31 March 2019)[]

  • Salary: £28,660 to £33,199 per annum pro rata
  • Contract Duration: 36 months
  • Reference: 017-19
  • The Role: Part-time, fixed term role for 3 years
  • Hours: 22 per week, working pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate (equivalent to 0.6FTE)
  • Please note that though based in York, this role will require international travel in order to participate in Ethno events, as required
  • The International Centre for Community Music (ICCM), located in the School of Performance and Media Production is seeking proposals for a part-time Postdoctoral Researcher, funded until December 2021.
  • The successful candidate will work alongside the project team on all aspects of the project entitled Ethno: 30 years of intercultural learning in traditional music.
  • The Ethno project was founded by Jeunesses Musicales Internationales (JMI) in 1990, with a mission to revive and keep alive global cultural heritage amongst young people, through engaging musicians aged 13-30 with folk, world and traditional music. It has a global presence in over 15 countries, with a programme including annual international summer music camps, as well as workshops and touring groups.
  • Applicants should have a PhD in the Humanities or Social Sciences, with experience in ethnographic research strategies and theory building. Candidates with music-making experience and expertise in ethnomusicology, community music, and music teaching and learning are of particularly interest. The successful candidate must be able to work flexibly and independently and build effective working relationships. The post-holder will need to be highly organised, have good time management skills, and have excellent written and oral communication.
  • The application process includes the submission of an academic CV and a research proposal. The research proposal should contain the following: abstract, relevant experience, aims, objectives, methodology, work plan, outcomes and dissemination, references.
  • Informal enquiries should be addressed to Professor Lee Higgins, Director of ICCM: l.higgins@yorksj.ac.uk
  • Closing Date: Sunday 31 March 2019 at midnight
  • Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 02 May 2019

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Aarhus University: Professor in Musicology (Deadline: 30 August 2018)[]

  • Professor in Musicology 980855
  • The School of Communication and Culture invites applications for the position of professor of musicology, broadly conceived as music studies. The appointment is tenured and begins on 1 February 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is based at the Department of Dramaturgy and Musicology, which is part of the School of Communication and Culture.
  • The position: The professorship comprises research, teaching and supervision within the field of musicology, broadly conceived as music studies. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to developing the profile of the department’s research and degree programmes and to strengthening them nationally and internationally. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to and provide leadership in relation to tasks and responsibilities within Aarhus University’s core activities in the areas of research, teaching and supervision, talent development and knowledge exchange.
  • Research: The Department of Dramaturgy and Musicology at Aarhus University has a pronounced and significant international profile and a strong research network. The successful applicant will be expected to take a leading role in developing the research programme in musicology. The successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to research initiatives in relation to both the field of musicology, broadly conceived as music studies, and the research community at the department in terms of new collaborative research projects with internal and external partners, as well as external research funding.
  • Applicants must therefore be able to document original academic production at the highest international level, as well as significant scholarly contributions to theoretical and thematic developments within the field. Applicants are furthermore asked to state how they see themselves and the department contributing to future developments within the field and to document a solid record of accomplishment in research leadership as well as in international research funding and international research cooperation.
  • Teaching: The successful applicant is expected to take part in and be committed to the department’s teaching activities, to participate in thematic and didactic development of the degree programmes and courses, and to teach and supervise students at all levels. In this connection, documented experience of the development and administration of degree programmes and a specification of teaching competencies within musicology is required.
  • Talent development: The successful applicant is expected to recruit and supervise PhD students, and must have experience of including and encouraging talented students.
  • Knowledge exchange: Applicants are expected to contribute to knowledge exchange as outlined in the strategy of the Faculty of Arts, for instance via research collaboration with external partners, public-sector institutions or private organisations. Applicants must be able to document previous experience of research communication and knowledge exchange.
  • Qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant field related to musicology. Applicants must be able to document, relevant to the position:
  • a record of international academic, peer-reviewed research publications at the highest international level which have contributed to developments within the field, preferably but not exclusively in one or more of the following research areas:
music aesthetics and aesthetic theory, for example the relation of aesthetic theory to issues of music analysis, historical musicology, musical mediation and music philosophy
music performance and music as a performative phenomenon, for example the relation of performance and performativity to issues of musical liveness, mediation or mediatisation, the music industry and event culture, music theatre and opera, music analysis and historiography
music didactics and pedagogy, for example the relation of music education to issues of learning, creativity and technology, socio-cultural differences and institutional contexts in musical life, issues of studying and improving on pedagogical practices, methodologically and theoretically
gender, race and sexuality, for example the relation of music and musicology to gender studies, studies of race and queer theory along with issues of gender, race and sexuality in musical life, historically and at present
music anthropology, for example developments of ethnomusicology or music anthropology in terms of theory and method in the study of changes in musical life, musico-cultural transformations or social processes; or studies relating music anthropology to other disciplinary subfields, such as music history, analysis, sociology, performance and production
  • a successful record of accomplishment in research management and in attracting external research funding within the field;
  • active participation in international research collaboration and academic networks;
  • teaching, teaching development and supervision at all levels;
  • the development and administration of degree programmes;
  • talent development, supervision of research projects and development of research programmes, for instance in the form of PhD courses;
  • significant accomplishments within knowledge exchange.
  • If the successful applicant does not speak Danish, he or she will be required to acquire sufficient Danish within two years of commencing the appointment in order to participate fully in the activities of the School of Communication and Culture.
  • Participation in the daily life of the department is a high priority, and we emphasise the importance of good working relationships, both among colleagues and with our students. In order to maintain and develop the department’s teaching and research environment, the successful applicant is expected to be present at the department on a daily basis, which will contribute to the School of Communication and Culture’s goal of establishing one of the best research environments in the Nordic countries.
  • Further information: For further information about the position, please contact head of department Thomas Rosendal, on +45 8716 3025 or afdelingsleder.dramus@cc.au.dk
  • For more information about the application and the employment procedure, please contact HR supporter Helle Sindal, hsi@au.dk
  • The application must outline the applicant's motivation for applying for the position, attaching a curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio, a complete list of published works, copies of degree certificates and no more than eight examples of academic production. Please upload this material electronically along with your application.
  • If nothing else is noted, applications must be submitted in English. Application deadline is at 11.59 pm Danish time (same as Central European Time) on the deadline day.
  • All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background.
  • Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. See this link for further information about shortlisting at the Faculty of Arts: http://medarbejdere.au.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/Proces_for_shortlisting_december_2017.pdf
  • Deadline: All applications must be made online and received by: 30/08/2018
  • Rejection Received 10/05/18

American University of Sharjah: Assistant Professor of Music (Arabic Music Specialist) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 19 March 2019) FILLED: Albert Agha, UCLA 2019[]

  • The American University of Sharjah Performing Arts Program invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position, with the possibility of renewal for a full-time, three-year faculty position in Arabic music. Responsibilities include teaching three classes per semester for undergraduate students, leading the AUS Arabic Ensemble, and developing a concert each semester. The faculty member is also expected to conduct scholarly and creative activities, and engage in university service as assigned.
  • Other teaching responsibilities will be assigned based on background and departmental needs, but could include courses in music history and/or applied lessons in a specific area. Suitable candidates are required to have an established reputation as performer and scholar, a record of successful teaching at the university level, and must demonstrate commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. An earned doctorate (DMA or Ph.D. preferred) or equivalent in music from an accredited institution is required. Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered. Applicants must be committed to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship with undergraduates.
  • The new faculty member will contribute to the sustainability, growth and development of the Performing Arts Program’s (music and theatre) artistic goals, and serve on college and/or university-wide committees. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should complete the application form and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references using the following portal: https://acgapps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=PAP-19-01.

American University of the Middle East: Instructor - Ethnomusicology (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 08 January 2019)[]

  • Date Posted: Jan. 8, 2019
  • University: American University of the Middle East (AUM), Al Kuwait, Al Ahmadi, Kuwait
  • Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
  • The American College of the Middle East (ACM) invites applications for the position of Music instructor specializing in Ethnomusicology, in the Liberal Arts Department. This full-time position will begin in Fall 2019.
  • Qualifications:
  • A master’s degree in ethnomusicology or a related music field is required.
  • Preferably, applicants should have professional experience and present evidence of excellence in teaching.
  • Preference will be given to those applicants who can sing or play at an intermediate level one or two musical instruments.
  • An ability to work in a diverse, interdisciplinary and fast-paced environment in essential.
  • Applicants must have demonstrable skills in oral and written English.
  • In addition, they must exhibit dedication to education, enthusiasm for professional engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and an ability to work in teams in a collegial environment.
  • To Apply: Interested candidates should provide the below information to hr@acm.edu.kw and indicate the position applied to in the subject line:
  • Availability Date
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • For further information, kindly visit our careers page at www.acm.edu.kw/careers

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne: 3 postdocs at the Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • At the DCML, we are always looking for people who share our fascination for music and its inner structures as well as a deeper understanding of the human musical mind. Therefore, we welcome applications from candidates with a background in
  • psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience
  • musicology, music theory, and linguistics
  • computer programming, machine learning, statistical and mathematical modelling
  • or a related field
  • The open positions have a focus on one of the mentioned points, because we highly value interdisciplinary work. Please feel free to send us your unsolicited application should we not have a suitable position for you currently posted.
  • We are devoted to exploring music from cognitive, computational, and musicological/music-theoretical perspectives. The job announcements of three postdoc and two PhD positions in the fields of computational musicology and music cognition can be found on our website: https://dcml.epfl.ch/open-positions/
  • The deadline for application is January 15.
  • We are looking forward to receiving applications from highly motivated scholars, offering them a stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment in a picturesque city located right at the beautiful Lac Léman.
  • Three postdoc positions (100%)

Hochschule für Musik und Theater München: Professor W3 for Historical Musicology (Deadline: 18 January 2019)[]

  • Die Hochschule für Musik und Theater München (HMTM) zählt zu den bedeutendsten und vielfältigsten Ausbildungsstätten für Musik-, Tanz- und Theaterberufe in Europa. Zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt ist folgende Stelle zu besetzen: Professur W3 für historische Musikwissenschaft
  • Der Stelleninhaber (m/w/d) soll das Fach Musikwissenschaft in Forschung und Lehre in der Breite vertreten. Ein Schwerpunkt in der Musik nach 1880 ist wünschenswert. Neben den allgemeinen dienstrechtlichen Voraussetzungen werden insbesondere die Mitarbeit an der Entwicklung neuer Studiengänge und Forschungsschwerpunkte sowie die pädagogisch qualifizierte, innovationsorientierte Vermittlung von Musik in der Lehre erwartet, einschließlich des Nachweises erfolgreicher pädagogischer Tätigkeit möglichst an einer Musikhochschule.
  • Voraussetzung für die Bewerbung sind ein abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium, Promotion sowie Habilitation bzw. eine erfolgreich evaluierte Juniorprofessur oder eine vergleichbare Qualifikation. Die Wohnsitznahme im Großraum München sowie die Bereitschaft zur Mitarbeit im Rahmen der Selbstverwaltung der Hochschule werden vorausgesetzt.
  • Die Berufung erfolgt bei Vorliegen der beamtenrechtlichen Voraussetzungen in ein Beamtenverhältnis. Bei einer Berufung in das Beamtenverhältnis dürfen Bewerber (m/w/d) zum Zeitpunkt der Ernennung das 52. Lebensjahr noch nicht vollendet haben. Vorgesehen ist eine Stellenbesetzung in Vollzeit. Die Stelle kann auch geteilt werden. Bei Teilung der Stelle werden die Berufenen als Professor (m/w/d) in einem privatrechtlichen Dienstverhältnis eingestellt. Eine Befristung der Stelle bleibt vorbehalten. Im Falle eines befristeten Dienstverhältnisses ist eine Zwischenevaluation vorgesehen, auf deren Grundlage über eine Verlängerung bzw. Entfristung entschieden wird.
  • Die Hochschule strebt eine Erhöhung des Anteils von Frauen in Wissenschaft und Lehre an und bittet deshalb Musikwissenschaftlerinnen nachdrücklich, sich zu bewerben. Schwerbehinderte werden bei ansonsten im Wesentlichen gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Die Hochschule übernimmt keine Reisekosten im Rahmen des Vorstellungsverfahrens.
  • Bitte reichen Sie Ihre Bewerbung über unser Online-Portal bis spätestens 18. Januar 2019 ein.

Hong Kong Baptist University: Associate Professor in Music - Ethnomusicology (Deadline: 06 April 2019)[]

  • Associate Professor in Music - Ethnomusicology (PR0317/18-19)
  • The Department of Music at Hong Kong Baptist University (http://mus.hkbu.edu.hk) invites outstanding applicants for a tenure-track appointment as Associate Professor specialising in ethnomusicology. The appointee is expected to have a vibrant track record of innovation in research publications, in acquiring publicly funded grants, in developing international linkages, and in service to the global profession. In addition, he/she should articulate a 21st-century vision for teaching a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses effectively, including both core and elective courses in world music, popular music, and/or other courses assigned by the Head of Department.
  • Applicants should possess a doctoral degree in music (PhD degree or equivalent) and extensive collegiate-level teaching experience. Preference will be given to those with expertise in one or more areas relating to the Department’s strategic development: applied ethnomusicology, popular music, music in film and media, cultural studies and intercultural arts, contemporary society, music of diasporas and minority communities, and other research involving creative media, well-being and the public good, technology, and data ethics.
  • The appointee is expected to be an active member in Department and Faculty-level administration, including (but not limited to) quality assurance, curriculum development, academic advising, supervision of undergraduate Honours Projects and postgraduate research, active participation in student recruitment, juries, and auditions.
  • The appointment is offered on a tenure track. Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of three years commencing September 2019. Re-appointment thereafter is subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Outstanding candidates for Associate Professor may be considered for tenure on appointment.
  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System (jobs.hkbu.edu.hk). Applicants are requested to send in samples of creative outputs (performance/compositions) and/or research publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent works, and their most recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with PR number (stated above) quoted on the letters, to the Personnel Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Applicants not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
  • The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
  • Closing date: 6 April 2019



Hong Kong Baptist University: Associate Professor in Music - Music Theory and Musicology (Deadline: 06 April 2019)[]

  • Associate Professor in Music - Music Theory and Musicology (PR0318/18-19)
  • The Department of Music at Hong Kong Baptist University (http://mus.hkbu.edu.hk) invites outstanding applicants for a tenure-track appointment as Associate Professor specialising in the cross-disciplinary field of music theory and musicology. The appointee is expected to have a vibrant track record of innovation in research publications, in acquiring publicly funded grants, in developing international linkages, and in service to the global profession. In addition, he/she should articulate a 21st-century vision for teaching a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses effectively, including both core and elective courses in theory, music history, and/or other courses assigned by the Head of Department.
  • Applicants should possess a doctoral degree in music (PhD degree or equivalent) and extensive collegiate-level teaching experience. Preference will be given to those with expertise in one or more areas relating to the Department’s strategic development: a) musicology, including historical musicology, film and media, cultural history, opera, and historical performance; b) music theory, including theoretical systems, structure and analysis, the history of theory and compositional practices, and musical cognition; c) interdisciplinary research involving creative media, well-being and the public good, technology, and data ethics.
  • The appointee is expected to be an active member in Department and Faculty-level administration, including (but not limited to) quality assurance, curriculum development, academic advising, supervision of undergraduate Honours Projects and postgraduate research, active participation in student recruitment, juries, and auditions.
  • The appointment is offered on a tenure track. Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of three years commencing September 2019. Re-appointment thereafter is subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Outstanding candidates for Associate Professor may be considered for tenure on appointment.
  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System (jobs.hkbu.edu.hk). Applicants are requested to send in samples of creative outputs (performance/compositions) and/or research publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent works, and their most recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with PR number (stated above) quoted on the letters, to the Personnel Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Applicants not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at http://pers.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
  • The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
  • Closing date: 6 April 20

Linnaeus University: Lecturer in Musicology (Deadline: 18 November 2018)[]

  • Reference number: 2018/557-2.2.1
  • Field of study for the position: Musicology
  • Placement location: Växjö
  • Scope of the position: Full time
  • Period of employment: 08-15-2019 and until further notice
  • Job Description: The work includes teaching, administration and research as described below. Education planning, teaching and supervision in the field of popular music, but also to some extent in other areas within the field of musicology. Teaching within the department's different and varied programmes, e.g., the Cultural Leadership programme, the Music Production programme, and the Subject Teacher education programme in Music Course. Development in collaboration with the department's other two main areas, Music and Music Education. Course responsibility, course administration, course development and examination at the undergraduate and graduate level. The development of distance-based education. Other general administrative tasks may occur.
  • Eligible candidates for the position of lecturer in Musicology must have
  • A Ph.D. degree in Musicology.
  • Proven scientific skills relevant to the subject matter of the position and the duties that the position involves.
  • Proven pedagogical skills relevant to the subject matter of the position and the duties that the position involves.
  • Undergone a university-level pedagogical education or have acquired equivalent knowledge in some other manner.
  • In accordance with Linnaeus University's appointment procedure, pedagogical proficiency is considered to include the planning, implementation and evaluation of teaching as well as supervision and examination.
  • Other favourably viewed qualifications include
  • Documented experience with teaching and education planning at the college/university level, and good references to this effect. Teaching experience in various areas within the field of musicology (especially in the area of popular music) is an advantage.
  • Documented experience with leading and working in teaching teams and student groups in which teamwork and flexibility are of great importance, and good references acknowledging aptitude in this area.
  • Experience with distance-based education.
  • Have current experience in the work area to which the job description refers.
  • The closing date is on November 18.
  • Please apply by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the ad. Your application should be designed according to the Template for application which can be found in the Guide to Appointment procedures under important documents below the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. Other documents, including various types of scientific works, must be submitted digitally along with the application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 24.00 (Local time in Sweden) on the closing day.

Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg: W3-Professorship for Music and Media (Deadline: 05 September 2018)[]

  • The Institute of Music, Media and Communication Studies at the Faculty of Philosophy II of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg invites applications for the position of a tenured
  • W3-Professorship for Music and Media
  • The holder of this interdisciplinary professorship is expected to represent areas of systematic musicology as well as of the dramaturgy and aesthetics of the use of music in auditory media cultures. The professorship is placed at the intersection between music and media studies and is meant to interconnect the two fields.
  • Within the study programs of musicology, the successful candidate is expected to teach the fundamentals and research topics of systematic musicology (e.g. music reception, music psychology, acoustics) and to further their development. Within the media studies programs, the focus in research and teaching is on the aesthetics of production and reception of music in the media as well as on sound studies.
  • The professor is expected to further the synergetic networking within the Institute of Music, Media and Communication Studies and to contribute significantly to the development of new study programs in the fields of music and media. Relevant academic qualifications and teaching experience in both fields are therefore required. The candidate should also have experience in acquiring third-party funding.
  • In addition, the post holder’s duties will include the requirements specified in section 34 of the Higher Education Act of the State of Saxony-Anhalt. Applicants must meet the conditions of employment specified in section 35 of the above Act. Applicants must hold a relevant post-doctoral lecturing qualification (Habilitation) or equivalent academic qualifications and provide proof of academic teaching experience in systematic musicology and auditory media cultures.
  • Please send your complete application (including curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts and certificates, description of academic career, lists of publications and previous teaching experience) in printed and digital form (as a PDF file) within 6 weeks of publication of this advertisement to the following address:
Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Dekan der Philosophischen Fakultät II, Prof. Dr. Georg Maas, 06099 Halle (Saale)
  • E-Mail: dekan@philfak2.uni-halle.de
  • In case of further questions, please contact Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy II, Prof. Dr. Georg Maas.

Medici Archive Project: Post-Doctoral Fellowship in History of Music (Deadline: 06 January 2019)[]

  • The Medici Archive Project is offering an eleven-month fellowship (February-December 2019) entirely devoted to original research on the history of music in sixteenth-century Florence, with specific focus on the Medici court during the periods of Grand Dukes Cosimo I, Francesco, and Ferdinando I.
  • The ideal candidate should have a PhD or equivalent in early modern musicology; substantial research experience with original documentary material from Florentine archives and libraries; an ability to work with early modern musical texts; and fluency in English and Italian (a knowledge of other languages is desirable).
  • The stipend is $45,000 plus $3,000 allowance for travel expenses. This fellowship is made possible thanks to the generous support of Michael Lewis and is offered to scholars of any nationality.
  • To apply for a MEDICI ARCHIVE PROJECT FELLOWSHIP, please send the following application materials to education@medici.org:
  • A full curriculum vitae.
  • A concise discussion (3 pages maximum) of the applicant’s ongoing interest in archival research.
  • A concise summary (3 pages maximum) of the applicant’s research and publication relevant to history of sixteenth-century music.
  • The names and addresses of two senior scholars who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications.
  • The application deadline is 6 January 2019. The successful candidate will be informed by 18 January 2019.
  • FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dr. Carlotta Paltrinieri at paltrinieri@medici.org

Melbourne Conservatorium of Music: Lecturer in Music (Musicology) (Deadline: 31 January 2019) FILLED: John Gabriel, Harvard 2016[]

  • Job no: 0046910
  • Work type: Continuing
  • Location: Southbank
  • Division/Faculty: Victorian College of the Arts and Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
  • Department/School: School of Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
  • Salary: $98,775 - $117,290 (Level B)
  • Role & Superannuation rate: Academic - 17% superannuation
  • The Melbourne Conservatorium of Music invites applications for a full-time continuing appointment in music (Musicology) at the rank of Lecturer. We seek a creative and collegial scholar-teacher with an established reputation in the scholarship of one historical period, as well as expertise in a secondary area. The appointee will be an enthusiastic musician capable of developing innovative curricula and articulating a vision for the discipline in the 21st century, as well as maintaining an active research profile and attracting high-quality students at honours, masters, and PhD level.
  • You will have a PhD qualification in musicology, expertise in a secondary area, strong academic publication record in the relevant areas of specialisation, research strengths that provide evidence for the potential to attract research grants and supervision capacity in the field of musicology and demonstrated experience teaching at a University level.
  • Expected date of appointment is July 2019, or as negotiated.
  • (2/6) Request for Skype Interview
  • (3/8) Offer accepted

Monash University: Professor of Music (Deadline: 30 June 2019)[]

  • Expression of Interest (EOI) - Academic Opportunities in Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music
  • Job No.: 591855
  • Location: Clayton campus
  • Appointment Type & Remuneration: The successful applicant will be appointed at the level and appointment type, appropriate to their qualifications, experience and in accordance with the relevant classification standards
  • The Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music is seeking enthusiastic scholars of music to join our team. We are seeking expressions of interest across Level B, C, D in classical music performance and composition, as well as a Professor of Music role.
  • POSITION PURPOSE: The Professor will significantly support and lead the strategic development of research and partnerships and make part of the school’s leadership team. The Professor will undertake a significant leadership role in the school, and is expected to make a leading contribution to teaching in the school. Whilst working to support the overarching school focus on Australian music, they would also persue their own research which could include, but is not limited to popular music culture, ethnomusicology, music aesthetics, musicology, digital music, contemporary music practices, sound studies, artistic research methods, community and/or Indigenous music studies.
  • Please submit your Expression of Interest by Sunday 30 June 2019; 11:55 pm AEST

Norwegian Academy of Music: Postdoctoral researcher in music history/music education (Deadline: 01 April 2019)[]

  • The Norwegian Academy of Music seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher for a three-year position from autumn 2019. The aim of the position, which is co-funded by the Lindeman foundation, is to study the institution’s origin, development and activities from its founding as a private conservatoire in the late 19th century up to its establishment as a state Academy in 1973. The research(er) will be part of the History project of the Norwegian Academy of Music, leading up to its 50th anniversary in 2023.
  • Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree within a relevant discipline, such as musicology or music education, and must submit a project description with the application.
  • Deadline: April 1st 2019
  • The position requires reading skills in Norwegian.
  • Posted to AMS-L 1/15

Soochow University: Lecturer (Assistant Professor)/Associate Professor of Musicology (Deadline: Review begins 01 May 2019)[]

  • Job Areas: musicology
  • Rank: Lecturer (Assistant Professor)/Associate Professor.
  • Responsibilities: teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in one’s area and advising graduate students; developing a strong graduate program in one’s discipline; active scholarly work in the field. Other duties may be assigned depending on the candidate’s qualifications and departmental needs.
  • Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualification and experience. *Requirements: The successful candidate will be an outstanding musician/scholar with significant experience in the field or an emerging artist. A doctoral degree is required. College/university teaching is desired. Proficiency in Chinese language is not required.
  • Full-time job based at Suzhou China for around 10 months each year.
  • Start Date: April 2019
  • Application deadline: Until filled
  • Send: 1) a letter of application, 2) detailed Curriculum Vitae, 3) three names of references with contact information (email & tel.) via email to: music_hr@suda.edu.cnChair of Music Search, School of Music, Soochow University, Suzhou, China.
  • Screening of application materials begins May 1, 2019, and the search will continue until these positions are filled. Until requested, please do not send any othermaterials at this time. Finalists will be invited to Suzhou for a campus visit and interview.
  • Posted on AMS-L 5/1 with this additional infomation: Soochow University School of Music invites candidates to apply for a musicology vacancy. Candidates should hold a PhD in musicology. Our school of music was established in 2013 with a large proportion of international faculty, who are alumni of institutions such as Moscow Conservatory of Music, The Julliard School, and Stanford University. Lessons may be conducted fully in English, and bilingual office staff assist non-Chinese speaking faculty in administrative work. Graduates from our undergraduate and masters programs are pursuing further studies in UK, US, and Europe. Renumeration/benefits at our school of music is internationally competitive.

Université catholique de Louvain: Academic position in Digital Humanities (Deadline: 15 December 2018)[]

  • Vacancy Reference : 22364 / FIAL 081 / 2019 (to be quoted in any correspondence)
  • The Université catholique de Louvain invites applications for a tenure track or tenured full time position in Digital Humanities - Altissia Chair, three years contract
  • The objective of this chair is to provide an analysis of the changes occurring in languages, arts, cultures and thought in relation to digital technology and artificial intelligence, but also to inspire and stimulate teaching in this field at the Faculty of Philosophy, Arts and Letters and to innovate by bringing together the main research actors in the field and suggesting new applications in the relevant subject matters.
  • Specific qualifications
  • Hold a Master's and/or PhD degree in one of the subjects taught at the Faculty of Philosophy, Arts and Letters: philosophy, ethics, archaeology, history of art, musicology, history, modern, ancient or oriental languages and literatures, linguistics, translation and interpreting, performing arts. Training in more than one of these subjects is an additional asset.
  • Hold a Master's and/or PhD degree in a digital field: computer science, information science and technology, engineering, etc. The lack of training in a digital field can be compensated by significant professional experience. In this case, the applicant must include in his or her cover letter an explanation of their background and achievements in order to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the digital field. The expected level of technical skills is high (ability to design or program digital environments).
  • Application deadline: Thursday 15 December 2018 at noon
  • Starting date: 1st September, 2019
  • Further information: Prof. Cédrick Fairon, Dean FIAL – doyen-fial@uclouvain.be; Prof. Michel Liégeois, Coordinator of the Research Institutes of the Humanities Sector - michel.liegeois@uclouvain.be

Université catholique de Louvain: Academic position in Organology (part-time) (Deadline: 15 November 2018)[]

  • Vacancy Reference : 20676 / FIAL 080P / 2019 (to be quoted in any correspondence)
  • The Université catholique de Louvain invites applications for a tenure track or tenured part time position in organology
  • Teaching: The successful candidate will teach in the field of musicology, especially in the field of organology.
  • Research: We seek talented individuals who will develop and drive a cutting-edge research program in musicology.
  • Application deadline: Thursday 15 November 2018 at 12.00 am
  • Starting date: 1st September, 2019
  • Further information: Prof. Cédrick Fairon, Dean FIAL – doyen-fial@uclouvain.be, Prof. Marco Cavalieri, President INCA – president-inca@uclouvain.be
  • Tasks : the applicant will: be responsible for teaching courses at all study levels (i.e. undergraduate and postgraduate), as well as in programmes of continuing education; supervise the final diploma research (i.e. theses) of undergraduate and graduate students, as well as PhD theses; be involved in (and/or supervise, promote) research programmes; contribute to the international visibility of the University through teaching and research excellence; be available to ensure, in the long term, different service activities and responsibilities within the University and its entities; contribute to activities of the University with a societal impact in the fields of the economy, socio-cultural changes or cooperation with developing countries.
  • Qualifications : the applicant must have: a PhD degree in musicology or any related discipline; a significant scientific record with international publications; either studied abroad for an extensive period or have had substantial experience outside UCLouvain; experience in and the aptitude for teaching at university level, demonstrated if possible by formal assessments; the capacity to work within a team of teachers and to integrate research findings into teaching; creativity and must be open to teaching innovation and interdisciplinarity; the capacities required to undertake high-level academic research:capacity to raise research fundings, to supervise projects, to animate and lead a research team; have team management and communication skills, including if possible fluency in French and English, spoken and written. Otherwise, you will be asked to acquire them within two years after taking office, in order to be able to communicate and teach in these languages. Knowledge of other languages ​​is an additional asset.
  • Offer: The level of recruitment (appointment to the rank of lecturer or professor) will be discussed if a proposal is made to you, in connection with your previous academic experience. For more information, see: http://jobs.uclouvain.be/.

University of Amsterdam: Special Professor, Music Theatre and Opera (Pierre Audi Chair) (Deadline: 04 April 2019)[]

  • The Opera and Music Theatre chair was set up by the Faculty of Humanities and Dutch National Opera & Ballet. The aim of the chair is to encourage academic research into opera and music theatre.
  • In addition to Opera Studies, the Special Chair primarily covers the fields of Theatre Studies and Musicology. The professor by special appointment will contribute to the study programmes offered in the field of opera and music theatre in the form of BA and/or MA modules. In addition to options in the Bachelor's and (dual) Master's programmes, the professor’s tasks also include thesis supervision (for the Faculty’s full curriculum, see our Study Guide). He/she will also play a stimulating role in attracting and supervising doctoral candidates and will participate in various academic networks for relevant research.
  • Tasks: The professor by special appointment will be charged with the following duties: teaching in the field of music theatre and opera with a focus on the Netherlands in an international context; supervising theses; conducting research and supervising doctoral research projects; (joint) applications for research grants; acting as a link between Special Collections and Dutch National Opera and the UvA; actively enhancing the chair’s image and visibility through his/her actions within and outside the UvA; stimulating academic research and analysis of other disciplines and subjects within the performing arts in the Netherlands.
  • Requirements: The professor by special appointment must satisfy the following job requirements: excellent research abilities, as evidenced by an academic dissertation, high-profile international academic publications and other activities; broad and demonstrable expertise in the field of opera and music theatre in the Netherlands and beyond, knowledge and experience of digital research techniques and knowledge valorisation; a very good command of English and Dutch; deficiencies in one or both of these languages must be eliminated within two years of the commencement of the professorship; good teaching skills (an enthusiastic, inspiring, and appealing lecturer) in Dutch and English, also as evidenced by a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ; in Dutch BKO) obtained from a Dutch university (candidates who do not yet have this must obtain the qualification after their appointment); good interpersonal and organisational skills and leadership qualities; able to function as a link between Dutch National Opera & Ballet and the UvA.
  • Appointment: The professor by special appointment will be available for an average of one day per week (with a possible expansion to two or three days) in order to perform the tasks associated with the position. Candidates must have acquired expertise in the field of Opera Studies. This professorship by special appointment will not lead to employment at the UvA and does not have a formal salary. However, to cover the costs associated with the performance of the tasks, a maximum sum of €20,000 per year is available (on the basis of one day a week), to be spent in consultation with the Curatorial Panel. It is also intended to guarantee the availability of the professor by special appointment. The professorship by special appointment is not compatible with employment at the UvA Faculty of Humanities. The professor by special appointment will be appointed for a period of five years at a time.
  • Job application: The professor by special appointment will be selected by the Curatorial Panel of the Special Chair.
  • Applications may be addressed to the Curatorial Panel of the special Pierre Audi chair no later than 4 April 2019. The application must consist of: a covering letter; a curriculum vitae; a list of publications; three key publications which, in the applicant's opinion, optimally support his or her application (to be sent in PDF format; in the case of a book, please mark a chapter as representative to be studied by the Curatorial Panel); a concise proposal for a research project in the context of the chair; a concise proposal for a series of lectures in the context of the chair.
  • The application can be sent digitally, in PDF format, to Hotze Mulder, indicating vacancy number 19-147.

University of Bayreuth: Research Associate at the Research Institute for Music Theater (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • Am Forschungsinstitut für Musiktheater der Universität Bayreuth ist zum 01.04.2019 eine halbe Stelle als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin / wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter mit Vergütung nach Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L 50 % befristet zu besetzen.
  • Vergeben wird eine Qualifikationsstelle, die ein Lehrdeputat von 2,5 SWS in den Studiengängen B.A. Theater und Medien, B.A. Musiktheaterwissenschaft und M.A. Musik und Performance umfasst.
  • Vorausgesetzt wird ein abgeschlossenes Studium der Musik- oder Theaterwissenschaft. Von der Stelleninhaberin/vom Stelleninhaber wird erwartet, dass er/sie eine Weiterqualifikation am Forschungsinstitut und im Rahmen eines unserer Programme anstrebt (Promotion/ Habilitation). Bewerbungen von Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten, die ein Forschungsprojekt im Bereich Musiktheater und Repertoire oder Musiktheater und Dramaturgie (einschließlich Programmhefte) planen, sind besonders aufgefordert, sich zu bewerben. Erfahrungen im Bereich der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit sind besonders willkommen.
  • Die Stelle ist nach dem Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz befristet und dient der Förderung einer wissenschaftlichen Qualifizierung. Die Dauer des Beschäftigungsverhältnisses richtet sich dabei nach den gesetzlichen und persönlichen Voraussetzungen. Im Übrigen gelten die Einstellungsvoraussetzungen nach dem Bayerischen Hochschulpersonalgesetz.
  • Menschen mit einer Schwerbehinderung werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt eingestellt. Die Universität Bayreuth strebt eine Erhöhung des Anteils der Frauen am Personal an und bittet deshalb Frauen nachdrücklich um ihre Bewerbung.
  • Bitte richten Sie Ihre Bewerbung sowie eine Skizze zu Ihrem Forschungsvorhaben als Papierausdruck und in digitalisierter Form (in einem Dokument) bis zum 15.01.2019 an fimt.thurnau@uni-bayreuth.de sowie an das:
Forschungsinstitut für Musiktheater der Universität Bayreuth
Prof. Dr. Anno Mungen
Schloss Thurnau
95349 Thurnau

University of Cologne: Professorship in Musicology with a focus on Media (Deadline: 31 October 2018)[]

  • In the Department of Art and Music at the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Cologne, a professorship (W1 with tenure track after W2) for musicology with a focus on media is now available.
  • This call for proposals is part of the Bund-Länder-Program for the Promotion of Young Scientists (WISNA). It is aimed at scientists in an early career phase. In the third year after taking up employment, an interim evaluation is envisaged, on the basis of which a further extension of three years will be decided. At the latest in the sixth year after taking up employment, a final evaluation is envisaged, on the basis of which a decision is made on the continuation of a W2 professorship. Both evaluations are carried out according to the quality assurance order in the Tenure Track procedure of the University of Cologne. In the W1 professorship, the teaching load includes four semester hours per week in the first qualification phase. At the W2 professorship, a teaching load of nine semester hours per week is planned.
  • The prerequisite for a successful application is a research focus in musicological media research. The tasks of the professorship include teaching in the field of musicology in the courses of study (Lehramt Musik, Musikvermittlung and Intermedia) at the Institute of Music Education. The readiness for interdisciplinary cooperation and cooperation in academic self-government is expected.
  • The entry requirements of § 36 of the Higher Education Act NRW apply.
  • Please apply by 31 October 2018 for the usual documents (curriculum vitae, list of references and courses, results of teaching evaluation (if available), certificates of academic examinations and appointments) as well as three documents relevant to the call for applications via the Appointment Portal of the University of Cologne https://berufungen.uni-koeln.de

University of Groningen: Assistant Professor in Film Studies (Deadline: 27 January 2019)[]

  • Job description: The Arts, Culture and Media programme of the University of Groningen is looking for a highly motivated full-time Assistant Professor in film studies (in Dutch: universitair docent).
  • Date of appointment: 1 August 2019.
  • Assistant Professor in Film Studies (1.0 FTE) (218549)]
  • The candidate is expected to have a broad expertise in film history, film theory and film analysis, but should also be able to teach courses in theories of (inter)mediality and/or narrative theory on the bachelor’s and master’s level. The position combines teaching (60%) and research (40%): while we expect a willingness to teach in a wide range of areas, the research profile of the candidate can be very specific, adding to the already existing expertise of the film staff or open it to new perspectives. The successful candidate will teach both in our bachelor’s programme in ‘Arts, Culture and Media’ as well as in our international master’s tracks ‘Film and Contemporary Audiovisual Media,’ ‘Arts, Cognition and Criticism’ and/or ‘Arts Policy and Cultural Entrepreneurship’ (depending on her/his research profile). The language of instruction is English. The successful candidate will become a staff member of the Arts, Culture and Media programme, which is responsible for the bachelor’s programme ‘Arts, Culture and Media’ as well as four tracks in the master’s programme ‘Arts and Culture’ (‘Film and Contemporary Audiovisual Media’; ‘Music, Theatre and Performance Studies’; ‘Arts Policy and Cultural Entrepreneurship’; ‘Arts, Cognition and Criticism’).
  • Qualifications: In addition to a number of basic requirements set by the University of Groningen, such as excellent social and communication skills, presentation skills, coaching skills and a results-oriented attitude, we are looking for candidates who have' acquired a PhD in Film Studies, Cinema Studies, (New) Media Studies or a closely related field (or will have received the PhD by 1 August 2019); an excellent research track record in film studies, including relevant book and article publications; he ability to additionally teach (new) media theory and/or narrative theory; 'teaching experience at university level and proven didactic abilities; 'gained the Dutch University Teaching Qualification (BKO) or is prepared to do so within a year; 'the motivation to acquire third-party funding on the national or international level; 'a relevant national and international academic network; the willingness to make substantial contributions to the development of the department’s research and educational programmes; organisational experience and skills; excellent command of English (at least CEFR B2/C1 level for reading, listening, writing and speaking); 'the willingness to learn Dutch within 2-3 years (however, teaching will be conducted exclusively in English).
  • Conditions of employment: The University of Groningen offers a salary based on qualifications and experience of between € 3,637 (salary scale 11 Dutch Universities) and € 5,656 (scale 12) gross per month for a full-time position. On top of it, there will be an 8% holiday pay and an 8.3% end-of-year gratification. Moreover, participation in a pension scheme for employees is part of the position. The appointment will initially be on a temporary basis for five years with the possibility of becoming a permanent position following a positive ‘Results and Development’ assessment. The assessment for a permanent position is possible from the third year onwards. The conditions of employment comply with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (cao NU).
  • How to apply: Applications should include the following: 'a cover letter that explains the motivation for applying for this position; 'a full curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and talks; a research plan of 1-2 pages that includes future ideas for grant applications; 'a teaching statement that contains a description of courses taught and teaching qualifications; 'the names and contact details of two academic referees. Applications that are incomplete or are otherwise faulty will not be taken into consideration.
  • Date of Application: Please send your application before Sunday 27 January 2019 23:59h Dutch local time by means of the application form (click on "Apply" below on the advertisement on the university website). A first round of job interviews via Skype is expected to be held on Monday 25 February 2019. The final round of interviews in Groningen, which will include a short guest lecture, will take place on Friday 8 March 2019 or Monday 11 March 2019. Date of entry into employment is 1 August 2019.
  • For information you can contact: Miralda Meulman, Degree programme coordinator (for more information on the formal procedure), +31 50 363 8950, dr. J. (Julian) Hanich, Associate Professor of Film Studies (UHD), +31 50 363 8138. Please do not use the e-mail address(es) above for applications.
  • Program may consider a film sound/music candidate.

University of Groningen: Assistant Professor in Narrativity and (Inter)mediality in the Arts (Deadline: 14 March 2019)[]

  • The Arts, Culture and Media programme of the University of Groningen is looking for a highly motivated full-time Assistant Professor (Dutch: Universitair Docent) in Narrativity and (Inter)mediality in the Arts, preferably with an expertise in popular music, sound studies, theater or performing arts.
  • Period of appointment: 1 August 2019 – 1 August 2022.
  • The candidate is expected to have a broad expertise in narrative theory, narratology, media theory, and media philosophy, if possible with an emphasis on popular music, sound, theater or performing arts. The position combines teaching (60%) and research (40%). The candidate will (co-)teach BA core modules on intermediality in the arts and narrativity across media in the Arts, Culture and Media bachelor’s programme, potentially also in one or more of the tracks in the Arts and Culture’s master’s programme. The language of instruction is English.
  • The successful candidate will become a temporary staff member of the Arts, Culture and Media programme, which is responsible for the bachelor’s programme ‘Arts, Culture and Media’ as well as four tracks in the master’s programme ‘Arts and Culture’ (‘Film and Contemporary Audiovisual Media’; ‘Music, Theatre and Performance Studies’; ‘Arts Policy and Cultural Entrepreneurship’; ‘Arts, Cognition and Criticism’). It currently has 17 permanent staff members, three of which focus on narrativity across media and intermediality in the arts, and six of which focus on (popular) music and theater. Our highly international staff comprises colleagues from the Netherlands, Germany, the US, Canada, Mexico, Hungary, Greece and Denmark. The BA programme has an annual enrolment of around 100-120 students from all parts of the world; the MA programme – voted the best of its kind in the Netherlands in 2018 – accepts between 30 and 40 national and international students every year.
  • Research is conducted within the Groningen Institute for the Study of Culture, https://www.rug.nl/research/icog/?lang=en (ICOG) and its research centre Arts in Society, https://www.rug.nl/(...)ntres/artsinsociety/. ICOG provides ample support in applying for bids with national and international funding agencies. There is also an annual travel budget for conference participations and other research related trips.
  • The successful applicant is expected to:
  • teach and supervise students in the department’s undergraduate and graduate programmes
  • participate actively in curriculum development, design and administration of course modules, under the responsibility of the head of department
  • carry out and eventually also generate high-quality research in the field of narrativity and intermediality in the arts; preferably in relation to popular music, sound, theater or the performing arts
  • participate actively in international research networks
  • participate in the activities of the interdisciplinary research centre Arts in Society and one of its theme groups (such as ‘Music, Sound and Culture’, ‘Art, Medium and Moving Images,’ ‘Narrative in/and Art,’ or ‘Arts, Culture and Cognition’).
  • Qualifications: In addition to a number of basic requirements set by the University of Groningen, such as excellent social and communication skills, presentation skills, coaching skills and a results-oriented attitude, we are looking for candidates who have
  • acquired a PhD in a relevant field (or will have received the PhD by 1 August 2019)
  • a good research track record, including relevant book and article publications
  • teaching experience at university level and proven didactic abilities
  • gained the Dutch University Teaching Qualification (BKO) or is prepared to do so within a year
  • the motivation to acquire third-party funding on the national or international level
  • a relevant national and international academic network
  • the willingness to contribute to the development of the department’s research and educational programmes
  • organisational experience and skills
  • international experience
  • prepared to foster inclusive learning environments
  • demonstrably good command of English (at least CEFR B2/C1 level for reading, listening, writing and speaking)
  • the willingness to learn Dutch (teaching, however, will be conducted exclusively in English).
  • Conditions of employment: The University of Groningen offers a salary based on qualifications and experience of between € 3,637 (salary scale 11 Dutch Universities) and € 5,656 (scale 12) gross per month for a full-time position. The gross salary is excluding 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus and participation in a pension scheme for employees. Favourable tax agreements may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The appointment will be on a temporary basis for three years. The conditions of employment comply with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU).
  • For more detailed information about working conditions and working for the University of Groningen, please check: https://www.rug.nl/about-us/work-with-us/
  • Application: Please send your application until 14 March 11.59pm / before 15 March 2019 Dutch local time by means of the application form (click on "Apply" below on the advertisement on the university website).
  • Applications should include the following:
  • a cover letter that explains the motivation for applying for this position
  • a full curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and talks
  • a research plan of 1-2 pages that includes future ideas for grant applications
  • a teaching statement that contains a description of courses taught and teaching qualifications
  • the names and contact details of two academic referees.
  • Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be taken into consideration. A first round of job interviews via Skype is expected to be held on 8 or 9 April 2019. The final round of interviews in Groningen, which will include a short guest lecture, will take place either in week 17 or week 18 of 2019.
  • Date of entry into employment is 1 August 2019.

University of Jyväskylä: Associate Professor (tenure track), Music Science (Spring 2019) (Deadline: 31 October 2018)[]

  • Department of Music, Art and Culture Studies is currently seeking to recruit an Associate Professor (tenure track), Musicology starting January 1st 2019 for a fixed-term period of five years.
  • The Associate Professor will conduct high-quality research and deliver high-quality publications, launch and lead research projects, acquire external research funding, operate actively in national and international networks and teach and supervise at master’s and doctoral level.
  • The application procedure provides more detailed information on the duties, qualification requirements and attachments, see: https://www.jyu.fi/en/workwithus/appointment-procedure
  • The qualification requirements should be met before the closing time of this apply.
  • The appointment is for a fixed period of five years, see tenure track path. An especially distinguished and unquestionably qualified person may exceptionally be appointed directly to the position of professor presuming there is no candidate available who is more competent and suitable candidate for the position. The purpose of the fixed-term is, that the Associate Professor gathers enough merits for full Professor position. When an employee has been selected for a fixed-term associate professorship, an evaluation procedure is used regarding the employee’s merits for a professorship filled through an invitation procedure. The evaluation procedure shall begin before the end of the fixed-term contract. The evaluation procedure follows the same practices used in the expert evaluation procedure for filling a professorship.
  • For more information, please contact Professor Heikki Hanka, e-mail: Heikki.hanka@jyu.fi,tel. +358 400 247 417 or Professor Petri Toiviainen, e-mail: petri.toiviainen@jyu.fi tel. +358 50 354 1753.
  • Please submit your application at the latest on October 31st 2018 using the online application form.

University of Jyväskylä: Senior Lecturer, Music (Deadline: 30 June 2019)[]

  • Department of Music, Art and Culture Studies is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Lecturer, Music, from August 1st 2019 or separately agreed other date after that, until further notice
  • The Senior Lecturer job description focuses on teaching, research, supervision and examination of theses, supervision of study plans, and duties relating to societal impact. The post also contains shared teaching of the department and faculty, development of research and teaching, applying external funding, and other possible duties required by the department or faculty.
  • The Senior Lecturer is expected to have a doctoral degree in musicology or other appropriate field, as well as experience of post-doctoral research and teaching at University level. It is considered favourable for the candidate to have research and teaching merits in the fields of systematic musicology and music psychology conducted at musicology at the Department.
  • The duties and qualification requirements for the position of the Associate Professor are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines. The selected person is required to have a full command of Finnish language. When considered appropriate, the university may grant exemption from the language proficiency requirements. In this position, the languages of instruction are Finnish and English, so the ability to teach also in English is regarded an asset.
  • In addition experience of administration and curriculum development at university level is regarded as a merit.
  • The annual salary range will be approximately 38.800 – 64.200 EUR (gross income, including holiday bonus), depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. Six months trial period is applied to the filling of the position.
  • For more information, please contact Professor Heikki Hanka, e-mail: heikki.hanka@jyu.fi, tel. +358 400 247 417 or Senior Researcher Marc Thompson, e-mail: marc.thompson@jyu.fi, tel. +358 40 805 4321.
  • Please submit your application at the latest on June 30th 2019 using the online application form.

University of Koblenz and Landau: Professor (W2) of Musicology (Deadline: 25 June 2019)[]

  • Im Fachbereich 2 Kulturwissenschaft am Campus Koblenz ist am Institut für Musikwissenschaft und Musikpädagogik zum 1. April 2020 eine Professur (W2) für Musikwissenschaft zu besetzen.
  • Aufgabenschwerpunkte: Die künftige Stelleninhaberin/der künftige Stelleninhaber soll das Fach Musikwissenschaft in seiner ganzen Breite und methodischen Vielfalt vertreten. Daher soll sie/er in Forschung und Lehre sowohl im Bereich der Historischen Musikwissenschaft ausgewiesen sein als auch auf mindestens einem weiteren Gebiet (z.B. Popularmusikforschung, Musikpsychologie, -soziologie, -ethnologie, Medien-forschung, Kulturwissenschaft). Der Einbezug sowohl historischer und zeitgenössischer Kunstmu-sik als auch aktueller populärer Musikformen in die Lehre wird vorausgesetzt.
  • Die Lehre im Umfang von 9 SWS wird überwiegend in den Lehramtsstudiengängen des Faches Musik erteilt (Grundschule und Realschule plus; Bachelor of Education und Master of Education) sowie darüber hinaus im 2-Fach-Bachelor-Studiengang Musikwissenschaft und im Bachelor und Master Kulturwissenschaft.
  • Die curricularen Standards für die Lehrerbildung verlangen einen Dialog von Musikwissenschaft und Musikdidaktik, und das Institut legt großen Wert auf die Verknüpfung der musikwissenschaftlichen mit der künstlerischen Lehre. Auch das Interesse an einer transdisziplinären Zusammenarbeit in Forschung und Lehre mit anderen Instituten des Fachbereichs, die gemeinsam den Studiengang Kulturwissenschaft verantworten, wird vorausgesetzt.
  • Zu den weiteren Aufgaben gehören Prüfungstätigkeiten, die akademische Selbstverwaltung sowie die Initiierung und Entwicklung von Drittmittelprojekten und möglichen künftigen Studiengängen.
  • Einstellungsvoraussetzungen: Es gelten die Einstellungsvoraussetzungen des Hochschulgesetzes (HochSchG) des Landes Rheinland-Pfalz. Vorausgesetzt werden ein erfolgreich abgeschlossenes Studium an einer Univer-sität oder vergleichbaren Hochschule (ausgenommen mit einem Bachelorgrad) oder ein Masterab-schluss, eine qualifizierte Promotion in Musikwissenschaft, pädagogische Eignung sowie zusätzli-che wissenschaftliche Leistungen (§ 49 Abs. 2 HochSchG).
  • Neben der erwähnten musikwissenschaftlich breiten Aufstellung sind eigene künstlerisch-musik-praktische Erfahrungen erwünscht, Lehr- und Prüfungserfahrungen an Hochschulen sowie Erfah-rung in der Einwerbung von Drittmitteln. Die Lehrerfahrung und die didaktischen Fähigkeiten sind mit Nachweisen (etwa einem Lehrportfolio oder Lehrevaluationen) bei der Bewerbung zu belegen.
  • Das Land Rheinland-Pfalz und die Universität Koblenz-Landau vertreten ein Konzept der intensiven Betreuung der Studierenden und erwarten deshalb eine hohe Präsenz der Lehrenden an der Uni-versität.
  • Bewerberinnen/Bewerber senden ihre Unterlagen (Lebenslauf mit wissenschaftlichem Werdegang, Zeugnisse etc.) bis zum 25.06.2019 unter Angabe der Kennziffer 64/2019 an das Personalreferatder Universität Koblenz-Landau, Präsidialamt, Rhabanusstr. 3, 55118 Mainz.
  • Elektronische Be-werbungen sind nicht erwünscht.

University of Siegen: University Professorship for Historical Musicology (Deadline: 10 October 2018)[]

  • In der Fakultät II (Bildung • Architektur • Künste) ist im Fach Musik zum 1. Oktober 2019 eine Universitätsprofessur (Bes.-Gr. W 3 LBesG NRW) für „Historische Musikwissenschaft“ zu besetzen.
  • Die zukünftige Stelleninhaberin/der zukünftige Stelleninhaber soll die Historische Musikwissenschaft in ihrer ganzen Breite und methodischen Vielfalt vertreten. Erwünscht ist ein Arbeitsschwerpunkt im Bereich der Musik des 20./21. Jahrhunderts mit einem klaren kompositionsgeschichtlichen, kulturgeschichtlichen, mediengeschichtlichen oder sozialgeschichtlichen Profil. Ein aktiver Beitrag der Stelleninhaberin/des Stelleninhabers zu institutsübergreifenden und transdisziplinären Forschungsaktivitäten der Fakultät II wird erwartet.
  • Die Lehre wird überwiegend in den Lehramtsstudiengängen des Fachs Musik (Grund-, Haupt-, Real-, Sekundar- und Gesamtschule, Berufskolleg, Gymnasium, Großfach Gymnasium) erbracht sowie in anderen Studiengängen unter Beteiligung der Fakultät.
  • Die Einstellungsvoraussetzungen sind neben den allgemeinen dienstrechtlichen Voraussetzungen ein abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium, pädagogische Eignung, die besondere Befähigung zu wissenschaftlicher Arbeit, die in der Regel durch die Qualität einer Promotion nachgewiesen wird, sowie zusätzliche wissenschaftliche Leistungen, die ausschließlich und umfassend im Berufungsverfahren bewertet werden. Die zusätzlichen wissenschaftlichen Leistungen werden im Rahmen einer Juniorprofessur, einer Habilitation oder einer Tätigkeit als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin bzw. als wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter an einer Hochschule oder außeruniversitären Forschungseinrichtung oder im Rahmen einer sonstigen wissenschaftlichen Tätigkeit erbracht.
  • Erwartet werden eine einschlägige Promotion von überdurchschnittlicher Qualität, Erfahrungen in der Hochschulselbstverwaltung und in der Einwerbung von Drittmitteln sowie Lehrerfahrung und der Nachweis didaktischer Kompetenz. Erwünscht ist zudem die Präsenz in internationalen wissenschaftlichen Netzwerken.
  • Eine aktive Mitwirkung in den Selbstverwaltungsgremien der Universität wird erwartet.
  • Auskunft erteilt Prof. Martin Herchenröder (herchenroeder@musik.uni-siegen.de).
  • Ihre Bewerbung mit den üblichen Unterlagen (Lebenslauf, Publikationsliste, Liste bisheriger Lehrveranstaltungen, Lehrevaluationsergebnisse, Kopien der Urkunden/Zeugnisse) richten Sie bitte bis zum 10.10.2018 an den Dekan der Fakultät II, Universität Siegen, 57068 Siegen.
  • Gerne können Sie Ihre Bewerbung auch per E-Mail zusammengefasst in einer einzigen PDF an das dekanat@bak.uni-siegen. senden. Bitte beachten Sie, dass Gefährdungen der Vertraulichkeit und der unbefugte Zugriff Dritter bei einer Kommunikation per unverschlüsselter E-Mail nicht ausgeschlossen werden können.

University of the Arts Helsinki (Sibelius Academy): Professor of Music Performance Research (begins January 2020) (Deadline: 03 April 2019)[]

  • The Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki is opening a post for a PROFESSOR OF MUSIC PERFORMANCE RESEARCH for a fixed-term post of five years, beginning on 1 January 2020. The post is located in the Sibelius Academy’s DocMus Doctoral School within the Faculty of Classical Music. Due to on-going developments in the programme and the field, this will remain a fixed-term post for the foreseeable future.
  • Research for the Professor of Music Performance Research may be connected to the following areas:
  • Performance practices
  • Performance psychology
  • History and cultural history of performance
  • Analysis and performance
  • Pedagogy of performance
  • Philosophy of performance
  • In addition to the Universities Act and Uniarts Helsinki’s Staff Regulations, the successful implementation of the tasks of Professor of Music Performance Research requires: A PhD or equivalent scholarly doctoral degree; Demonstration of high-level international research as well as academic publishing activity; Demonstrated success in securing research funding; Experience and vision in planning and organising doctoral education; Good teaching skills and success in supervising doctoral candidates; Experience and proof of international networking and successful collaboration
  • A person with a scholarly doctoral degree who does not fulfil all of the above-mentioned criteria may also be selected for the post if he/she is particularly distinguished in relation to all other criteria.
  • The following will be considered advantages: Demonstration of results in academic planning or academic leadership tasks; Education in university pedagogy; Competence in several research methods; Experience in musicianship and/or research collaboration with musicians; Proof of participation in multidisciplinary research projects
  • We will evaluate the commitment and motivation of applicants to work as a full-time professor, as well as their visions for and insights into fostering and developing their field based on their application materials and a separate demonstration of proficiency. In the proficiency demonstration, we will evaluate the teaching and other relative skills and competencies of the shortlisted candidates, as well as their viewpoints in other respects in relation to the demands of the tasks of the professor and their working environment. We will hold the demonstrations of proficiency in October 2019. If needed, in the evaluation of proficiency we may also take into account a personal assessment of the candidate provided by an external partner.
  • Language proficiency: The teaching languages of the post are Finnish and English. From Finnish applicants, we require excellent Finnish or Swedish and good command of the second national language and English. From non-Finnish applicants, we require excellent command of English. In accordance with the Staff Regulations of the University of the Arts Helsinki, the rector may decide to deviate from the language requirements. Language skills are assessed in the demonstration of proficiency.
  • Salary: The salary is determined in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. The task-specific salary component is on level 8. In addition, a personal salary component will be paid. The monthly salary at the beginning of employment will be approximately EUR 5,100–5,700. The salary will be specified on the basis of the elected person’s qualifications and work experience. The starting salary will be agreed upon in connection with other terms of employment.
  • Recruitment process: The recruitment committee will assess the eligibility and suitability of the applicants based on their own evaluation as well as according to the statements of at least two experts outside the University of the Arts Helsinki and any other available materials. The Sibelius Academy’s Academic Council comments on the selection proposal made by the recruitment committee. Following this, the Dean of the Sibelius Academy makes the selection proposal to the Rector of the University of the Arts Helsinki, who then makes the final appointment of the Professor. The recruitment process is expected to be completed by the end of 2019.
  • The University of the Arts Helsinki plans to create tenure-track positions for professors and lecturers in 2019. The University of the Arts Helsinki reserves the right to include the open position as a tenure-track position once the university has decided on criteria for its tenure-track system.
  • How to apply: The application period concludes on 3 April 2019 at 23:59 p.m. (GMT +2). Please address your application in English to the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki, and send it via email along with attachments as a single document in pdf format to siba.kirjaamo(at)uniarts.fi with the subject heading “Professor of Music Performance Research”. You will then receive an acknowledgement of receipt via email.
  • The application (one pdf document) must include the following:
  • International experts are involved in the application process. Consequently, the application letter, CV and bibliography must be delivered in English. Materials written in languages other than English should be translated. We do not translate any applications or documents. Prior to compiling the employment contract, the successful candidate must provide official copies of required degree diplomas and language proficiency certificates.
  • Inquiries: For further details concerning the advertised post, please contact Professor Tuire Kuusi, tel. +358 40710 4337.

University of Vienna: Scientific Staff (post doc) at the Department of Musicology (Deadline: 07 May 2019)[]

  • The University of Vienna (20 faculties and centres, 178 fields of study, approx. 9.600 members of staff, about 92.000 students) seeks to fill the position from 01.06.2019 of a Scientific Staff (post doc) at the Department of Musicology (Historical Musicology, Ethnomusicology and Systematic Musicology) to 28.02.2020.
  • Reference number: 9594
  • The position is vacant for the period of absence of a member of staff.
  • Extent of Employment: 40 hours/week. Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.
  • Job Description: Your responsibilities include participation in administrative tasks, in publications and in international conferences and interdisciplinary projects, as well as independent research activities. Furthermore: Participation in research, teaching and administration - (International) publishing and presentation activities - Holding classes due to extent regulations of wage agreement - Examination activities - Support of students - Participation in administration of the institute /department
  • Profile: PhD in the field of Ethnomusicology- Excellent Knowledge of principles of teaching- High command of written and oral language- Foreign languages - Ability to work in teams. Experience in fieldwork. Regional focus: Africa or Asia. Experience in third-party fund raising, experience in international science management, interest in interdisciplinary research.
  • Application documents - Letter of motivation - Academic curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, a list of courses and a list of talks given) - Description of research interests and research agenda / of the intended habilitation project (if applicable) - Contact details of people who could provide a letter of reference
  • Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be submitted via the Job Center to the University of Vienna (http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 07.05.2019, mentioning reference number 9594.
  • For further information please contact Schmidhofer, August +43-1-4277-44255, Reuter, Christoph +43-1-4277-44280, Ladislav, Sabine +43-1-4277-44266.

University of Vienna: University Assistant (post doc) (Deadline: 22 January 2019)[]

  • The University of Vienna (19 faculties and centres, 178 fields of study, approx. 9.600 members of staff, about 92.000 students) seeks to fill the position from 01.01.2019 of a University Assistant (post doc) at the Department of Musicology (Historical Musicology, Ethnomusicology and Systematic Musicology)
  • Reference number: 9196
  • Duration of employment: 6 year/s
  • Extent of Employment: 40 hours/week
  • Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade.
  • Job Description: Participation in research, teaching and administration, esp. in the field of Early Music History (music before 1600), completion of a habilitation or a book on a subject different from the one of the dissertation - publications in recognized musicological journals and presentations at international conferences – maintenance of the internal databases for sources and recordings in the field of early music - supervision of the publication series “Wiener Forum für ältere Musikgeschichte” – teaching according to extant regulations of wage agreement – examination activities, support of students – participation in the administration of the department, in evaluation activities and in quality assurance
  • Profile: Completed doctorate in historical musicology – A research focus in early music history (up to now or for the habilitation project), special knowledge in medieval studies is especially welcome - Openness to discussions in methodology – Teaching experience and high teaching competence – Excellent command of written and oral language – Ability to work in teams – Ability to cope with heavy work load; Excellent command of written and spoken English
  • Outstanding academic credentials and excellent scientific competence – Very good knowledge of source study and paleography – Experience in the management of research and teaching activities – Knowledge of institutional processes at a university –Organizational skills
  • Your application should include the following documents: Letter of intent - Scientific CV - List of publications - *Draft of the planned habilitation or book - Two articles (among others relating to music before 1600)
  • Applications including a letter of motivation (German or English) should be submitted via the Job Center to the University of Vienna (http://jobcenter.univie.ac.at) no later than 22.01.2019, mentioning reference number 9196.
  • For further information please contact Lodes, Birgit +43-1-4277-44261, Ladislav, Sabine +43-1-4277-44266.

Utrecht University: Assistant Professor in Musicology (0.8 FTE) (Deadline: 22 March 2019)[]

  • The successful candidate will carry out teaching and research in Musicology, and contribute to the internal administration of the Department within a dynamic and challenging professional environment. Research in Musicology is incorporated into the organizational framework of the Institute for Cultural Inquiry (ICON). Researchers in Musicology are part of the Musicology Research Group. Other ICON research groups include Gender Studies and Media, Art & Performance Studies. All were rated ‘very good’ in the most recent research assessment procedure (2018).
  • The successful applicant is expected to complement the current teaching and research staff of Utrecht Musicology. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in modern and contemporary music, as well as the relation between music and media.
  • Candidates are expected to have an excellent track record of teaching at both the BA and MA levels, including thesis supervision, and must demonstrate willingness and ability to take on administrative tasks such as the coordination of one of the programmes in Musicology. Excellence in research must be evidenced by fulfilling several of the following criteria: completed PhD, internationally recognized publications, presentations at (inter)national conferences, the convening of scholarly meetings on an (inter)national level, and a track record of successful grant applications.
  • Candidates with the capability to liaise through their research and teaching interests with the department's complementary fields of Performance and Media Studies and/or Gender Studies are especially encouraged to apply.
  • We are looking for candidates with:
  • experience in teaching at both BA and MA levels (required);
  • significant research output (or clear promise thereof), evidence of which include a completed PhD and publications at an internationally recognized level (required);
  • experience with applications for internal and external research funding (required);
  • experience in university administration, in particular administering a teaching programme (desirable);
  • excellent communication skills and evidence of team spirit;
  • Basic Teaching Qualification (BKO) according to Dutch university standards (or to be obtained within two years);
  • fluency in English at near-native or native-speaker standard in oral and written communication;
  • fluency NT2 level in Dutch as a foreign language (for non-Dutch speakers: to be obtained within two years of appointment).
  • Successful candidates will carry out teaching and research in Musicology, and contribute to the internal administration of the Department within a dynamic and challenging professional environment.
  • The position will initially be on a temporary basis for a period of two years. Subject to good performance, this initial appointment will be converted into a permanent (tenured) position. Salary depends on qualifications and experience and will range from € 3,637 to € 5,656 per month for a full-time position, consistent with the CAO (Collective Employment Agreement) scale 11 / scale 12 for Dutch Universities. Utrecht University offers a pension scheme, a holiday allowance of 8% per year, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3% and flexible employment conditions. Conditions are based on the Collective Employment Agreement of the Dutch Universities. More information: terms of employment.
  • For informal inquiries please contact Professor Dr. Emile Wennekes (e.wennekes@uu.nl).
  • Are you interested in joining our department? Please apply online via button the below, including:
  • a letter of motivation (detailing how the candidate fulfills the requirements of the post as described above);
  • a CV including a full list of publications;
  • (certified) copies of relevant diplomas;
  • syllabi of courses taught within the past five years, if available;
  • names and contact details of three (academic) referees.
  • Application deadline: 22/03/2019
  • Email received (4/24) that the search has advanced to a short list.

Full-time Community College jobs (Music Appreciation/World Music)[]

Allan Hancock College: Assistant Professor, Music (Deadline: 18 March 2019)[]

  • We are searching for an experienced Assistant Professor, Music at our Santa Maria Campus facility.
  • ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, MUSIC
  • This is a full-time, 175-day (10-month annual contract) tenure-track faculty position in the Fine Arts Department, with an emphasis in band/music history required. This instructor teaches a variety of music courses, including music history/appreciation, band, instrumental ensembles, and piano. The position includes planning, coordinating and scheduling various music performances; oversees the main stage concerts and organizes and directs off campus community outreach; plans and organizes instructional materials toward course objectives. The instructor will participate in program review and curriculum development; review and revise content of course(s) as necessary; maintain five (5) required office hours per week for student consultation; participate in department and college activities; maintain class and examination schedules as well as grade and attendance records according to college regulations; and perform related tasks as required. The assignment may include teaching distance learning, in the evenings and on weekends at any college site.
  • BEGINNING DATE: August 2019, pending board approval.
  • SALARY AND BENEFITS: Hiring salary range is $54,736 to $78,079 depending upon education and experience. A doctoral stipend of $2,500 is paid annually. Benefits include medical, dental, life, vision (employee only), and salary protection insurance.
  • QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE: The governing board seeks an individual with the following minimum qualifications:
  • 1. Master’s in music OR Bachelor’s in music AND Master’s in humanities OR the equivalent per Board Policy 7211.
  • 2. Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and community college students and of staff and students with disabilities.
  • 3. Demonstrated ability to: teach band and/or jazz ensemble, music history/appreciation courses, music business; develop and teach online courses; understand the music business and the ability to participate in the development of a commercial music certificate; use multimedia technology in classroom instruction; communicate effectively, both in oral and written communication; advocate for and promote music and music activities in the community; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and students; evaluate and assess teaching methods; plan, organize, and present lecture and lesson materials and concepts; write, review and evaluate curriculum and make recommendations; understand diverse learning styles and teaching strategies; work with and advise students having a broad range of skills, motivation and academic or vocational goals; incorporate current technology in the classroom; assist in performance settings and promotional efforts in regards to publicity; use multimedia technology in classroom instruction; communicate with local dance studios/high schools as it pertains to recruitment; communicate effectively, both in oral and written communication; apply evaluation and assessment methods; identify and use learning outcomes and assessment that lead to course and program improvements; teach strategies that address the needs of students with a variety of learning styles; participate actively in department and college committees and in the shared governance of Allan Hancock College
  • 4. Evidence of: professional experience in the music industry; advise students on career matters in professional companies; professional and performance experience; a broad range of historical and contemporary music, including western, as well as non-western cultures.
  • SCREENING PROCESS: A committee will review applications. Meeting minimum qualifications does not ensure a candidate an interview. Therefore, it is important that the application be thorough and detailed. Applicants will be assessed on the breadth and depth of education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. A limited number of applicants will be invited for an on campus interview at the college at their own expense. All interviewed candidates will be asked to present a teaching demonstration, and a sample of conducting two different styles of music (Must be filmed at a professional event or venue). Please provide link to online webpage of your conducting.
  • APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by Monday, March 18, 2019:
  • District application for faculty/administrative positions
  • A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience
  • Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required if hired.
  • Cover letter
  • Please provide a link to online webpage of your conducting work
  • 3/12 Is this a conducting job???
  • 3/13 "This instructor teaches a variety of music courses, including music history/appreciation, band, instrumental ensembles, and piano."

Beaufort County Community College: Instructor - Music (9 Month) (Deadline: 04 June 2019) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • Full-time, 9-month faculty position teaching courses in music. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, online, hybrid, NCIH, lab-based sections, and off-campus locations. This individual will also participate in course and curriculum design, development of student learning outcomes and assessment, serve on college committees, advise and register students, maintain office hours, and fulfill all the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required. Flexibility and willingness to change depending upon the needs of the students or the institution.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Music or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Music from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Successful teaching experience in a community/technical college or similar post-secondary institution. Online teaching experience.
  • Estimated Hours per Week: 40 (A minimum of 30 of those to be worked on campus)
  • Open Date: 05/20/2019
  • Close Date: 06/04/2019
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: If on the day of the application deadline, you have requested, but not yet received your transcripts, you may attach a copy of the transcript request form/confirmation in the “unofficial transcript 1” location in order to submit the application before it closes. If we have not received your transcripts prior to the date the selection committee begins reviewing the applications, you may not be considered for this position.
  • (7/25) Email stating position has been filled.

Big Sandy Community College: Instructor of Music (Deadline: 28 April 2019)[]

  • Big Sandy Community and Technical College in Eastern Kentucky is seeking qualified applicants for a full time, 10 month position, of Instructor of Music on our Prestonsburg Campus. The normal teaching load is 15 credit hours per semester.
  • Duties: In addition to teaching both face-to-face and on-line classes, the faculty member is expected to develop, assess and revise curriculum, advise and mentor students in curriculum and career choices, actively recruit students, maintain office hours, serve on college committees and participating in college events and activities, provide external service to the community and participate in professional development activities. To meet enrollment needs, faculty members may occasionally work on a different campus/site location. Other duties may be assigned based on institutional need.
  • Qualifications: Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Music; teaching and Blackboard experience preferred. Credential must be granted from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. A passion for teaching undergraduate students and an ability to effectively work with a team is essential to success in this position. Applicants must complete the online application, submit a letter of interest, & current resume. Contact information for three professional references is required. References should have current knowledge of candidate's professional work. Official college transcripts are required before hiring, however, copies are acceptable for initial review.

Broward College: Assistant Professor, Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 14 January 2019)[]

  • Assistant Professor, Music, Central Campus
  • Broward College invites applicants for a full time continuing contract teaching position in Music Candidates should be passionate educators who can facilitate the needs of diverse 21st century learners. This position is 163 (duty days) contract position. Candidates should demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, achievement and persistence; (3) technology competencies (4) teaching/counseling skills and strategies that facilitate 21st century literacies; (5) the use of resources that prepare students for productive lives.
  • Minimum Education: Master's degree in Jazz Studies or a closely related field, with 18 graduate credit hours in Music or Music History. DMA preferred.
  • Minimum Training and Experience: The successful candidate must have a high level of computer literacy and a commitment to teaching. Broward College places special importance on helping under - prepared students achieve academic success. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain active professional development activities and service to the Department and College. Committee work is expected. All schedules require office hours and some may require evening and/or weekend hours.
  • Position Number: P0002249
  • Salary: $37, 586 - $55,627 Salary commensurate with education and experience.
  • Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
  • Comments: To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript are required.
  • Special Instructions to Applicant: For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and can be faxed to 954-201-7612. On the fax transmittal, please state clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Central Piedmont Community College: Instructor, Music (Deadline: 01 October 2018)[]

  • CPCC is currently accepting applications for the position of Instructor, Music (Visual and Performing Arts)
  • Job ID: req3182
  • Position Closing Date: October 1, 2018 or open until filled
  • The responsibilities of the position will include teaching major and non-major college level curriculum courses incorporating strategies necessary to a diverse student body. Courses include, but are not limited to, Music Appreciation and Music Ensembles. The position may include coordinating Applied Music and Music Appreciation classes, serving as faculty advisor; maintaining office hours; handling the administration of the department curriculum and scheduling of course sections; program maintenance and development which includes maintaining SACSCOC accreditation standards, developing articulation agreements with four-year institutions, and supporting the larger mission of the college.
  • Minimum Requirements: Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Music or related field or Master’s degree plus 18 graduate semester hours in Music or related field from a regionally accredited institution
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in teaching Music privately and in the classroom at the community college level
  • Experience in teaching Music Appreciation in the classroom and online
  • Experience directing Chorus, Early Music/Baroque ensembles, or Jazz ensembles.
  • Other styles of ensemble direction experience will be considered
  • Experience directing Show Choirs or Musical Theater
  • Experience teaching Theory and/or Ear-Training
  • Experience in coordination of Music Department concert/recital series and Applied Study
  • REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: A completed CPCC application must be completed on-line. During the on-line application process, applicants will be prompted to upload or build a cover letter and resume. College transcripts (if required for the position) must be attached on-line in the "additional documents" section of the application process. Applicants that do not have an electronic copy of their transcripts, or find the electronic copy is rejected on-line due to the file size, may fax their transcripts to (704) 330-6066 for attachment to the on-line application. All applications must be received in the Human Resources office by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date posted to be guaranteed for consideration. Applications of qualified candidates received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager.
  • CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary for this position is $46,168 - $70,369.

College of DuPage: Full Time Faculty - Music (Deadline: 01 February 2019)[]

  • College of DuPage seeks full-time, tenure track faculty member to teach Music courses starting in August, 2019. Deliver Music coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to success equity, respect for diversity, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Teach general education lectures, music theory, and aural skills. Lead music instrumental ensembles with a preference in jazz combos, big band, concert band
  • Faculty duties include classroom instruction, assessment, curriculum development, advising students, professional inquiry, committee work and engaging with instructional technology.
  • Teaching assignments may include various delivery modes, such as face-to-face, on-line, hybrid and/or blended formats during days, evenings and weekends.
  • Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Music Performance or a related Master's degree with 18 semester hours of graduate level credit in the discipline of instruction required.
  • Expertise in instrumental music required.
  • Experience in leading music ensembles required; prefer one or more of the following: jazz combos, big band, concert band, or other instrumental ensembles.
  • Teaching experience required. Ability to teach general education lectures, music theory, and aural skills are required. Teaching experience in Higher Education highly preferred.
  • Extensive performance record preferred.
  • To apply please submit your electronic application, unofficial transcripts, current curriculum vita, a cover letter including a list of three references, and a Teaching Statement.
  • Applications accepted until 5:00 p.m. CST February 1, 2019.
  • The Teaching Statement must include the candidate’s anticipated contributions to College of DuPage related to academic quality and student success and meet a 2-page limit.
  • A teaching demonstration will be required at interview.
  • Posted to AMS-L 11/20

Collin College: Professor, Music (Fall 2019, Frisco Campus) (Deadline: 31 January 2019)[]

  • Location: 9700 Wade Blvd, Preston Ridge Campus, Frisco, Texas, 75035
  • We are searching for an experienced Professor, Music (Fall 2019/Frisco Campus)
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree from regionally accredited institution, indicating a major and/or 18 graduate hours in Music History, Ph.D. or DMA desired.
  • Community college or university teaching experience in one or more of the following instructional areas preferred:
    Music Appreciation
    American Music History
    Fundamentals of Music
  • Please include in your application materials:
  • College Service/service related to discipline/teaching/students
  • College courses taught in the discipline
  • Professional development, presentations and publications
  • A concise (no more than one page) teaching philosophy highlighting innovations and formats taught
  • Current transcripts
  • Candidates who have their completed materials submitted by January 31, 2019 will be given priority.
  • Employment Type: Full-time Faculty
  • Compensation Range: $51,000.00 - 61,845.00
  • For any employment questions, please contact HR at (972) 985-3783 or email employment@collin.edu.

Collin College: Professor, Music (Fall 2019, Plano Campus) (Deadline: None listed, posted 21 December 2018)[]

  • Location: 2800 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Spring Creek Campus, Plano, Texas, 75074
  • We are searching for an experienced Professor, Music (Fall 2019/Plano Campus)
  • Required Qualifications: Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, indicating a major and/or 18 graduate hours in Music. Doctorate preferred.
  • Preference for candidates who have community college or university teaching experience in one or more of the following instructional areas: Vocal or Instrumental Performance, Ensemble Direction, Jazz, Music History.
  • Employment Type: Full-time Faculty
  • Compensation Range: $51,000.00 - 61,845.00
  • For any employment questions, please contact HR at (972) 985-3783 or email employment@collin.edu.

Cuyahoga Community College: Lecturer, Music (Jazz & Rock) (Deadline: None listed, posted 17 May 2019)[]

  • Work Schedule: Classes are assigned, beginning August (Fall semester) 2019. Ability to work a combination of days/evenings/weekends is required. Assignments may include working at multiple sites/campuses.
  • Job Description: Teaches a full range of courses in Music. Experience in College-level instruction is required, and experience teaching and performing in the areas of Jazz Studies and Rock and Roll is preferred.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Master of Music degree, or Master of Arts in Music degree
  • Teaching experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students
  • Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
  • Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
  • Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
  • Preferred Qualifications: Community college teaching experience
  • Special Note: The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application:
1) Current resume
2) A cover letter
3) A one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement
4) Scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name of the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript.
  • Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.
  • Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents not requested such as letters of reference or past evaluations; only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. No faxed transcripts, licenses, or certifications will be accepted.
  • $42,811 minimum; offer based on education/or and experience
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Gateway Community College: Instructor, Music (Deadline: 10 May 2019, but review begins 18 April)[]

  • POSITION: INSTRUCTOR, MUSIC (Full-time, 10-month, tenure track position)
  • ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: Fall 2019
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Music Education, or a closely related field. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.
  • DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching experience. Experience using education enrollment and learning platforms such as Banner and Blackboard. Ability to communicate and work effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community, including the demonstrated ability to respond to and work with diverse and varied student populations. Ideal candidates will have experience in curriculum and program development, online teaching as well as excellent communication, technical, and inter-personal skills.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two years college, public or private experience teaching Music courses including choral, instrumental, music theory and music history
  • RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Arts/Humanities Department Chair, this instructor is expected to teach thirty credit hours (subject to collective bargaining) per academic year in the area of music courses. Teaching schedule may include evenings and/or weekends. Additional responsibilities include the development of and participation in the following: advisement and registration for students, special college projects, working on new instructional techniques, course and program development, and other college and community service activities consistent with a strong commitment to the Community College Mission. This position requires the faculty member to participate in commencement ceremonies, convocation activities, and special college meetings.
  • STARTING SALARY: $57,515 approximate annual, plus excellent State supported fringe benefits.
  • TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume, BOR Application and three (3) letters of professional reference to:
Gateway Community College
Human Resources Office
20 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
  • Electronically submitted packets preferred to Msirois@gwcc.commnet.edu
  • Please reference the job title in the subject line when submitted electronically.
  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: The committee may begin review of applications as early as April 18, 2019. Applications must be submitted before the close of business (5:00pm) on Friday, May 10, 2019. Interviewing will commence at scheduled times beginning no earlier than Monday, May 13, 2019. References will not be contacted without authorization from the applicant.

Independence Community College: Associate Professor of Music (Deadline: 05 May 2019)[]

  • The college is seeking a team-oriented professional for the tenure track position of Associate Professor of Music. Teaching areas include Music Appreciation, Music Theory, Applied private instruction, Choir, Vocal Ensembles, and other courses based on credentials. Performance responsibilities include student recitals, concerts and musical support for theatre productions. The instructor will be responsible for the development and documentation of instructional outcomes; will provide a positive learning environment; will maintain and enhance teaching and learning excellence through ongoing professional development; recruit students for the music program, and will maintain student success and retention through academic advisement.
  • Qualifications: A minimum of a Master's Degree in Music or appropriate equivalent degree is required. At least 18 credit hours of music coursework at the graduate level is required. The applicant’s degree must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Preferred qualifications include two or more years of community college teaching experience, developmental teaching experience, experience working with a diverse student body, and experience with assessment.
  • Position Information: The Music position is a full time, 9-month tenure-track faculty position with benefits. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The instructor reports to the VP for Academic Affairs. Start date is mid-August 2018. [sic]
  • For a complete position announcement and job description, please go to www.indycc.edu/hr
  • Candidates whose education and experience match or exceed the job requirements please apply online at www.indycc.edu/hr. A complete application packet which includes the following:
  • Cover Letter
  • Résumé and/or VITA
  • Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for consideration, but official copies will be required for employment) from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • Three Academic and Professional references with contact information
  • A signed and completed Independence Community College application form www.indycc.edu/hr
  • INTERVIEW PROCESS: The Interview committee will screen applicants for qualifications and expertise. Those chosen to move to the next round will be given a Zoom and/or phone interview. Finalists who move on to in-person interviews will be asked to make a 15 to 20 minute teaching presentation in addition to meeting with the hiring committee. Please provide your own rubrics or supplemental materials if applicable. The applicant will be given a subject area topic for their presentation.

Lenoir Community College: Music Instructor (Full-time) (Deadline: 18 July 2019)[]

  • The Music Instructor is responsible for providing quality music instruction to Associate of Fine Arts-Music students and other LCC students needing Gen Ed Music Courses through the use of seated, online, and lab courses. The instructor is responsible for providing one-on-one and whole group instruction so that students are able to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment. The instructor is responsible for promoting the arts in the local and surrounding community through visible, vibrant, and engaging means, and for ensuring that visible performance related events are occurring on LCC's campus and in the community.
  • Qualifications: A master's degree in music from a regionally accredited institution or a master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in music (courses designated as graduate-level art courses) is required. Previous teaching experience at a community college, high school, or university, experience using instructional technologies, and teaching online courses are preferred skills. Conducting, keyboard, instrumental, and/or vocal performance experience is required. Experience collaborating with community musicians is preferred.

Lincoln Land Community College: Music Instructor, Fall 2019 (Deadline: 06 January 2019)[]

  • Lincoln Land Community College is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in Music to begin fall semester of 2019.
  • This position includes teaching 15 contact hours per semester of assigned classes; preparing course syllabi and lessons; guiding and assisting students; keeping accurate records of student performance and making timely submission of academic records; providing students with timely feedback; maintaining office hours; participating in departmental/institutional operations and program review; creating a learning environment that fosters student success; developing, integrating, evaluating and reviewing student learning outcomes in support of the College’s ongoing accreditation; and contributing to a collegial and collaborative work environment.
  • Starting salary is determined by education level and experience and will be between $43,578 and $78,367. The college provides an excellent fringe benefit package and is supportive of faculty development.
  • Position Requirements: A master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours concentration in music is required. Individuals with an emphasis in vocal & instrumental music with high level piano skills, the ability to teach a wide range of college music classes and private applied lessons, the ability to run rehearsals and direct ensembles, and experience in on-line instruction will be given preferential consideration. Teaching experience, especially at a community college, will be viewed favorably.
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application along with a cover letter and resume. If you don’t have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, you may have them mailed directly to the address below. Please send only official transcripts or copies of official transcripts. Online student records will not be accepted. For any courses on your transcripts, which may have vague or obscure titles, please provide an annotated list with a brief (one-phrase) description of the content covered in each such course.
  • Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
  • Special Instructions: Please provide the names of three people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. These individuals will be sent an email (immediately after you submit your application) and be asked to answer a few brief questions about you. Please advise your references that the email will come from hr@llcc.edu.

Los Rios Community College District (Cosumnes River College): Music Assistant Professor (Deadline: 15 March 2019)[]

  • Job Posting Title: Music Assistant Professor
  • Location: Los Rios Community College District (Cosumnes River College)
  • Posting Number: F00536P
  • General Responsibilities: The primary responsibility for this position is to provide music education in a wide variety of music courses.
  • Assignment Responsibilities: The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching courses in:
  • Survey courses chosen from the following: World Music, Jazz History, History of Rock and Roll
  • Musicianship
  • Commercial Music and/or Music Technology
  • The instructional assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes.
  • Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete fully and submit: 1. Los Rios Community College District Faculty Application; 2. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work; 3. Resume; 4. Two letters of recommendation; 5. Letter of Interest
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • 1. Have a master’s degree from an accredited institution, completed by August 22, 2019, in Music; OR, have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, completed by August 22, 2019 in Music, AND have a master’s degree in Humanities; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Music; OR, the equivalent.*
  • 2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
  • Salary: $46,470 to $77,043 annually. Additional earnings may be available for summer, overload, and stipends.
  • Posting Date 02/11/2019
  • Closing Date 03/15/2019
  • Beginning and/or Ending Dates: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Position, Beginning on or about August 22, 2019.
  • 4/23/19: Invited for campus interview x3.

Moberly Area Community College: Music Instructor (Deadline: Review begins 01 April 2019)[]

  • This position will be assigned instructional duties at MACC’s Columbia and Moberly campuses and begins mid-August 2019.
  • MUSIC INSTRUCTOR - Master's degree in music required; teaching experience preferred. Teaching assignments include music courses such as Music Appreciation, Fundamentals of Music, World Music, and Music of America. This faculty member has oversight of the MACC Singers; the Singers meet weekly and a minimum of two concerts are held each academic year. This is a full-time, 9 ¼ month position with excellent benefits. This position will be assigned instructional duties at MACC’s Columbia and Moberly campuses and begins mid-August 2019. Online instruction as well as travel to other MACC campuses may be required. Review of applications will begin April 1.
  • To apply for a position, please send your application, resume, references, and transcripts (if appropriate) to:
Human Resources
Moberly Area Community College
101 College Ave.
Moberly, MO 65270-1304

Nassau Community College: Full Time Instructor - Music (Deadline: 05 April 2019)[]

  • Instructor, Music Department. The successful candidate must be qualified to teach courses in Rock Music History. Additional duties may include teaching Music Appreciation, Rudiments of Music, and Beginning Piano, in accordance with departmental need.
  • Requirements: Master's degree in Music
  • Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in Music. A background in music education and prior college teaching experience is desirable. Position begins September 2019, contingent on budgetary considerations.
  • Application Instructions: If you are interested in applying for this position, please create an NCC Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration: Resume / Curriculum vitae / Cover Letter / Letter of Application
  • Credentials accepted electronically. Multiples and phone calls for the same position will delay the process. Self-photographs before hiring are discouraged.
  • 4/23 Invitation to interview 

Penn State Schuylkill: Assistant Teaching Professor Fine Arts (Deadline: 01 November 2018) SEARCH CANCELED[]

  • Penn State Schuylkill invites applications for Assistant Teaching Professor Fine Arts (music or art) (or a rank commensurate with qualifications), multi-year appointment, 36 weeks to begin August 2019, or as negotiated.
  • Responsibilities: Teach four courses (12 credits) each semester. Courses will include general art or music classes depending on the candidate’s specialty. Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening and/or Saturday classes as needed. Participate in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities. Engage in activities to stay current in the discipline.
  • Qualifications: Master’s degree or doctorate in either music or art is required. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is expected. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level and online teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.
  • Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Dr. Cory Scherer, Interim Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Schuylkill. E-mail: crs15@psu.edu. Telephone: (570) 385-6100. *Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae; other information pertinent to the position may also be included. Finalists will be asked to submit a list of references.
  • Closing Date: Application review begins November 1, 2018 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
  • 11/29 Email stating the search has been canceled ("The hiring area has asked us to let you know that they will not be filling the job at this time").

Purdue University Northwest: Continuing Lecturer - Music (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 22 July 2019)[]

  • The Department of Communication & Creative Arts at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) in Hammond and Westville, Indiana, invites applications for a Continuing Lecturer position in Music starting August 12, 2019. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in Music and actively providing service to the department, school and professional community. Opportunities for interacting with regional organizations are excellent and encouraged.
  • The Continuing Lecturer in Music position is a full-time, 9-month position, with a renewable contract. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate music appreciation survey courses to non-majors as well as other undergraduate music courses appropriate to the candidate’s field of expertise and departmental needs. These could include music for elementary teachers, beginning music theory or possible online courses.
  • Screenings will begin as soon as applications are received and conclude when the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in all positions at PNW.
  • A complete application will include a letter of interest, current curriculum vita and contact information for three professional references.
  • Education: Master's Degree in Music, required.

San Jacinto College: Professor, Music - Central Campus (Deadline: 31 May 2019)[]

  • Teach 15-16 hours per week from the following list of classes, as appropriate:
  • Theory I-IV
  • Ear Training I-IV
  • Music Literature and/or Music Appreciation
  • Music Fundamentals
  • American Popular Music
  • Class Piano
  • Applied Lessons on Major Instrument
  • Ensemble Director
  • Faculty load for this position consists of 35 hours per week of instruction and office hours. Instructor is expected to actively support and promote the department within the community. Maintain active liaison with high schools, universities, business and industry or external agencies and assist with program advisory committees as appropriate. Complete instructional duties, reports, and paperwork assigned by college leadership in a timely manner.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrated experience teaching Music Theory and Aural Skills – as well as additional academic music courses.
  • Appropriate keyboard skills required.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with an ability to collaborate with other fine arts departments.
  • Experience with technology enhanced learning preferred.
  • Membership and/ or associations with music - based community and professional organizations.
  • Instructor is expected to actively support and promote the department within the community.
  • Strong communication skills are required.
  • Required Education: Master's degree or above with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in Music required.
  • Required Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching at the collegiate or secondary level and experience with student recruitment.
  • Requisition Number: req1807
  • Posting Close Date: 5/31/2019

Southeastern Community College: Music Instructor and Coordinator (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 06 March 2019)[]

  • Tenure Information: Non-Tenure Track
  • The Music Instructor/Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of SCC’s Music Program including but not limited to: the administration, organization, and supervision of the educational program; long range planning and ongoing course/program development; community and civic engagement to develop partnerships which grow and enhance SCC’s Music Program.
  • The successful candidate will be required to teach and/or mentor adjuncts who teach courses in the Music discipline, including Music Appreciation, Theory and Fundamentals. Courses within the instructor’s additional area(s) of expertise may occasionally be taught if qualifications are met per the Code of the State of Iowa and the Higher Learning Commission.
  • Office location and campus assignment will vary depending on student need, and may require travel to off-campus sites.
  • Required Qualifications
  • 1. Required: Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Music; or a Master’s Degree in Music or Music Education; or MFA in Music.
  • 2. Professional experience in the field is required.
  • 3. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred.
  • 4. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative partnerships is preferred.
  • Posting Number: F019P
  • Open Date: 03/06/2019
  • Open Until Filled: Yes
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter, vita and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you.

Temple College: Music Assistant Professor (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 05 December 2018)[]

  • Classification Title: Music Assistant Professor (9 Month Tenure Track)
  • Min Salary: $44,625 PA
  • Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or Master’s Degree with a concentration of 18 semester graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Music. Two (2) years directly related work experience and the ability to teach orchestra, applied lessons, music history, American music, orchestral literature, and string methods. Provide evidence of success in recruiting students. Provide evidence of excellence in performance and teaching.
  • Campus Location: Temple
  • Desired Start Date: 08/19/2019
  • Open Date: 12/05/2018
  • Open Until Filled: Yes

Triton College: Music Faculty (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 02 July 2019)[]

  • Posting Number: 0601520
  • Classification Title: Music Faculty
  • Working Title: Tenure-Track
  • Position Type: Full Time Faculty
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • EDUCATION: 1. Master's degree in Music
  • EXPERIENCE: 1. Previous instructional experience is required
  • Posting Date: 07-02-2019
  • Closing Date: Open Until Filled

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton: Fine Arts Instructor (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 25 April 2019)[]

  • 9-Month Faculty Positions
  • Full-Time: Positions Begin July 24, 2019
  • The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is accepting applications for the following full-time faculty positions for the 2019-2020 academic year:
  • Fine Arts Instructor: The instructor will teach general fine arts courses that correspond with degree expertise. A master’s degree is required with 18 graduate hours in art, music, or theatre.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in related field; Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Proficient in the use of computers and their applications.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Prior teaching experience in a higher education setting
  • Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Successful candidates must have a commitment to working cooperatively with other campus personnel to fulfill the Mission of the College and have the ability to deliver quality student service.
  • Application Requirements
  • UACCM Application parts 1 and 2 located on this webpage
  • Letter of introduction
  • Resume’ (should include the names of immediate supervisors in previous positions)
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial)
  • Three professional references with current contact information
  • Please submit the UACCM Application for Employment and all other required materials referenced in the job posting via email, U.S. Post, other delivery carrier, or in person.
  • NOTICE: UACCM will only accept emailed application packets totaling 15 pages or less. Application packets in excess or 15 pages must be submitted in paper form.

Wake Technical Community College: Instructor, Music (Deadline: 02 October 2018)[]

  • Instructor 9M Music
  • Location: Southern Wake Campus
  • Job Type: Full-time, Annual
  • Job Number: 174RF19
  • Requirements: Master's degree in Music OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Music, One year of post-secondary teaching experience.
  • College transcripts must be uploaded with your application or submitted to the HR office prior to consideration for interview.
  • Preferences: Community College teaching experience, Teaching experience in Introduction to Jazz

Wayne Community College: Music Instructor (Deadline: 25 March 2019)[]

  • Applications Accepted Through: March 25, 2019 or until filled
  • Effective Date of Employment: August 12, 2019
  • Length of Employment: Full-time, 9-Month
  • Salary Range: $42,390 - $52,983
  • Minimum Requirements: A Master's degree in Music or Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Music is required. The Music Instructor must be a self-starter, team player, and a demonstrated ability to work well with others. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. One to three years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level is preferred (in face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online classrooms). Experience with Moodle platform and experience organizing or producing music related events are preferred. Bilingual is preferred.
  • Position Duties: The Music instructor is responsible for teaching an average of 18-22 hours per semester. Instructional duties can include teaching day, evening, and/or online courses in music appreciation and history, chorus, and piano. Classes meet on the main campus and at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Responsibilities include—but are not limited to— on-site and online instruction; course development where applicable; serving as a faculty advisor; service in the College Transfer Advising Center; timely submission of reports; participation in assigned committees; participation in committee textbook selection; participation in required special events including faculty meetings, orientation, and graduation; recruitment activities; participation in planning processes; and adherence to achieving learning outcomes.
  • APPLICATIONS: Submit an employment application and all supporting materials, including copies of certifications, post-secondary transcripts, resume, and cover letter via ApplicantOne at https://www.waynecc.edu/jobs. No paper applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened, and the most qualified applicants interviewed. All applicants will be notified once the position has been filled.

Miscellaneous Jobs[]

  • This section is for jobs that might be of interest to musicologists/ethnomusicologists, but don't fit in any of the above categories.

Albright College: Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Applied Commercial Music  (Deadline: 01 November 2018) FILLED: Mark Lomanno, UT Austin 2012[]

  • Albright College, a dynamic liberal arts college in Reading, PA, invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty appointment as Assistant Professor of Music with a focus on Applied Commercial Music and Commercial Arranging beginning August 2019.  A DMA or Ph.D. in Music is required prior to appointment along with evidence of quality teaching at the undergraduate level and successful experience in Commercial Ensemble activities (conducting, coaching, arranging, recruiting, etc.).
  • Responsibilities include: the creation and ongoing directorship of a Commercial Music Ensemble at Albright as well teaching such courses as: Commercial Music Theory; Commercial Arranging; Introduction to Music Business; History of Popular Music; and, History of Jazz. 
  • Application review will begin on November 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.
  • Qualified applicants should apply via our website.

Albright College: Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Choral Activities (Deadline: 01 November 2018)[]

  • Albright College, a dynamic liberal arts college in Reading, PA, invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty appointment as Assistant Professor of Music who will serve as the Director of Choral Activities beginning August 2019. Qualified applicants must have completed a DMA or PhD in Music prior to appointment along with evidence of quality teaching at the undergraduate level and successful experience in choral activities (conducting, coaching, arranging, recruiting, etc.).
  • Responsibilities include the directorship of two auditioned choirs — Concert Choir (SATB) and Women’s Choral (SSAA) and teaching courses in applied music/general education (theory, history, etc.).
  • Application review will begin on November 1, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.
  • Qualified applicants should apply via our website.

Bethel College: Instructor of Piano and Music History (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 15 April 2019)[]

  • Bethel College of Kansas is seeking a dynamic teacher of piano with background and expertise in music history to begin August 2019. Review of applications begin immediately. Rank and salary are commensurate with education, other qualifications, and experience.
  • Duties include teaching studio piano, class piano, music history and aural skills; continuing to develop the piano studio; serving as staff accompanist. Other teaching responsibilities may include teaching the entry level music theory two-semester sequence with the possibility of developing and teaching a world music course that supports the general education program.
  • Master's degree in piano performance and/or music history is required. An earned doctorate is preferred. Previous experience and interest in teaching in a small, regionally recognized music department is a prerequisite.
  • Strong performance skills should be demonstrated in the candidate's background. Interest in teaching and working with liberal arts students is required
  • Submit a cover letter, unofficial transcripts, YouTube or similar electronic links to videos of rehearsals and performance, curriculum vita, teaching statement, diversity statement, and three letters of reference, to humanresources@bethelks.edu.

Boise State University: Assistant Professor of Trumpet/Music History (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Music–Trumpet/Music History.
  • Job responsibilities: Teach trumpet lessons, recruit and develop an outstanding trumpet studio for the Department of Music. Cultivate working relationships with area and regional educators to promote music education, trumpet performance, and trumpet pedagogy. Teach courses in Music History in the Department of Music. Perform as a member of the Faculty Brass Quintet, which serves to recruit for the Department of Music. Participate in Department of Music activities and committee work, as load permits.
  • At a minimum, candidate will have: DMA or PhD, with Trumpet and Music History/Musicology at the forefront of your curriculum and experience; ABD will be considered. Evidence of creative activity and achievement in trumpet performance. Successful experience teaching trumpet. Successful experience teaching courses in Music History.
  • Preferentially, candidate will have: Successful experience teaching at the college level
  • Rank, salary and benefits: Assistant Professor, salary competitive, plus an excellent benefits package. For more information visit: http://hrs.boisestate.edu/careers/benefits/
  • Required application materials: Please complete the online application, and in the attachments section, applicants will submit:
  • Letter of application, indicating candidate’s interest and qualifications for this position
  • CV, including five professional references with contact information
  • The following application materials should be emailed to Department Chair, Dr. Linda Kline lkline@boisestate.edu
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Video recordings of recent trumpet performances (2016-current)
  • Video recording of a Music History lecture
  • The deadline for application and submission of documents is Jan. 15, 2019.

Bowling Green State University: Interim Director, BGSU Salzburg, and Instructor, German (Deadline: 08 July 2019)[]

  • Interim Director, BGSU Salzburg, and Instructor, German; Department of World Languages and Cultures. Full-time, non-tenure track, one year non-renewable. The Interim Director will lead and supervise BGSU Austria programs on-site in Salzburg, promote student success through effective instruction and academic guidance, and maintain good working relations between BGSU and the Paris Lodron Universität Salzburg (PLUS). The Interim Director will work in coordination with the Department of World Languages and Cultures, the College of Arts and Sciences, and International Programs and Partnerships. The position demands leadership ability, intellectual acumen, experience with budget planning, intercultural competence, flexibility, creativity, diplomacy, and patience.
  • Minimum Qualifications & Salary: Master’s degree in German Studies, European Studies, or related area (e. g., History, Music, or Political Science with a European focus); Experience as an instructor of record teaching classes in German Studies, European Studies, or a related area (e. g., History, Music, or Political Science with a European focus) at the undergraduate or graduate level; Experience with budgeting processes; Evidence of time management and organizational skills; Experience collaborating with internal and/or external partners; Proficiency in German that equates to a level of “Superior” or higher on the proficiency scale of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) or “C1” or higher within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR); Proficiency in English that equates to a level of “C1” or higher within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
  • Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in German Studies, European Studies, or related area (e. g., History, Music, or Political Science with a European focus); Work experience at university systems in the USA and Europe as a faculty member or staff member with administrative responsibilities; Demonstrated interest or experience in a collaborative approach to curricular and co-curricular program development; Demonstrated interest or experience with experiential learning models such as service-learning, community engagement, internships, and education abroad.
  • Credentials Required for Application: Application materials should work together to address the candidate’s qualifications, and only complete applications will be considered. Please include: 1) letter of application; 2) current curriculum vitae; 3) statement of teaching/student mentorship philosophy; 4) names and contact information of three individuals who will provide original letters of reference that address the candidate’s teaching and administrative abilities (dated within past year); and 5) a transcript indicating highest degree earned (an official transcript is required for employment).
  • Application Deadline: July 8, 2019.
  • Further Information: For additional information, please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Edgar Landgraf, World Languages and Cultures, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403. Additional contact person: Dr. Philip S. Peek, Chair, World Languages and Cultures.

Bridgewater State University: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: 12 April 2019)[]

  • The department seeks applications for a full-time, temporary, benefited position teaching courses that fulfill requirements in the core curriculum and/or the music major. Duties also include participation in departmental meetings.
  • Examples of courses in the Core Curriculum could include: Music Fundamentals, Survey of Jazz, American Popular Music, Class Voice, Class Piano, Intro to Western Classical Music, and First and Second-Year Seminars. Additional specialization(s) may be taken into consideration. The purpose of this position is to meet an immediate need within the department. If this need remains, this position may be renewable, subject to budgetary approval.
  • Required Qualifications: Masters Degree in Music and a record of distinguished teaching in music in higher education (minimum of 2 years)
  • Preferred Qualifications: Terminal Degree (e.g. PhD or DMA) and a record of five years of distinguished teaching in music in higher education. Ability to develop and teach FYS and/or SYS courses with a music-centered focus. Ability to teach applied lesson on respective instrument. Participate in committee work and other departmental assignments
  • Posting Number: F00243P
  • Open Date: 04/02/2019
  • Close Date: 04/12/2019
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position: a minimum of three (3) professional reference entries.

Brown University: Postdoc in International Humanities - Music International Postdoctoral Fellowship in Music and Multimedia: African Diasporic Music (Deadline: 11 27 February 2019)[]

  • Brown University invites applications for a 2-year International Postdoctoral Fellowship in Music with specializations in studio production and/or electronic media, focused on the aesthetics and techniques of music of the African diaspora. This position is to be held jointly at the Cogut Institute for the Humanities and the Department of Music, effective July 1, 2019. Our goal is to appoint an exceptional music producer, composer, sound artist or electronic musician with transnational interests and evidence of exceptional artistic and scholarly promise. The ideal candidate’s work would demonstrate how diverse modes of creative practice and scholarly research may be closely entwined. US applicants from Historically Underrepresented Groups and those candidates outside of North America are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will teach two courses per year in the Department of Music cross-listed in the Cogut Institute’s Humanities course offerings. The successful candidate will help fulfill the Cogut Institute’s mission to encourage interdisciplinary work, interrogate the impact of digital media, explore issues of aesthetics and identity, and nurture relations between the humanities and the studio and performing arts.
  • The fellow will also be affiliated with the Cogut Institute and is expected to participate in the weekly Tuesday seminars as well as other activities of the Institute.
  • Salary of $61,500 with an increase to $63,907 the second year plus benefits and a reimbursable research budget of $2,000 per year.
  • A doctoral degree must be in hand by July 1, 2019 and must have been awarded in the last five years.
  • We welcome exceptional scholars who hold a PhD in any number of disciplines, including Africana Studies, American Studies, Ethnomusicology, Digital Media, Performance Studies, etc. We also welcome artists and musicians with PhDs or DMAs to apply with expertise in areas such as music production, hip hop, electronic music, jazz and multimedia. The ideal candidate’s work would demonstrate how diverse modes of creative practice and scholarly research may be closely entwined.
  • Applicants must apply online to: apply.interfolio.com/58785. You will be asked to upload a letter of application, C.V., dissertation abstract, and a link to an online portfolio of 3-4 exemplary creative projects. if appropriate, a link to creative work online. 3 Letters of recommendation will be required. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 11, 2019 February 27, 2019 and accepted until the position is filled.
  • For further information, contact Todd Winkler, Todd_Winkler@brown.edu
  • 2/7 Reposted on Chronicle Vitae with significant changes to the text & title of the ad, a new deadline, and a new Interfolio URL: https://apply.interfolio.com/58785. Additions and deletions marked above. The changes are significant enough that I almost thought it was a different position, but the posted date for both is December 17, and I can't find the former version on the Brown website anymore, just the new one. You can see the old ad here: https://main.hercjobs.org/jobs/11792594/postdoc-in-international-humanities-music

Creighton University: Assistant Professor in Music (Deadline: 16 January 2019)[]

  • Creighton University’s Fine & Performing Arts Departments seeks to fill a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Music. This position is to develop the string program, conducting University Orchestra, teach Music History, and additional courses based upon the candidate’s expertise and departmental need. The Assistant Professor will teach a 3-3 course load beginning in August 2019. Candidates are strongly urged to familiarize themselves with our programs, department, university and mission at http://www.creighton.edu.
  • To be considered, candidates should submit a cover letter (including expression of interest specific to the University mission), current vitae, evidence of prior teaching effectiveness (if applicable), and other relevant supporting documents, through the following site: http://careers.creighton.edu.
  • Review of applications will begin January 16, 2019 and continue until the position is filled. In addition, please confirm application with email to Dr. Frederick Hanna, Search Committee Chair, at fhanna@creighton.edu
  • Qualifications: A Doctorate or Master's degree from an accredited college or university; 2-4 years prior teaching experience

Duke University: Lecturing Fellow, Thompson Writing Program (Deadline: 15 February 2019, but review begins 15 January 2019)[]

  • Duke's Thompson Writing Program is a nationally recognized leader in preparing scholars across fields to successfully integrate writing pedagogy into their discipline-specific teaching. We anticipate offering Lecturing Fellow positions for Ph.Ds. in a broad range of humanities fields. Candidates should be interested in developing their teaching abilities and gaining substantial undergraduate teaching experience. Successful candidates will join a multidisciplinary faculty charged with teaching an innovative first-year course in Academic Writing.
  • This year we are especially interested in hiring candidates with a Ph.D. in the following humanities fields: African and African American Studies, Archeology, Art History, Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Dance, Medieval Studies, Musicology, Philosophy, Religion, and Theater Studies. Following an intensive preparation and mentoring seminar, Fellows will draw on their disciplinary training and interests to design seminar-style courses introducing students to academic writing. Teaching load is four sections of Academic Writing per year (two per semester), with each section limited to 12 students. Fellows will also have access to professional development opportunities, and a mentor in their own or a closely related discipline. This appointment is for three years, non-renewable, at a level of Lecturing Fellow (non-regular-rank), starting July 1, 2019. Salary is competitive with a strong benefits package, and with opportunities for professional development. PhD required. Applicant must hold or anticipate receiving PhD before July 1, 2019. To apply use our online application form at Academic Jobs Online (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo ).
  • You will be asked to upload 1) your CV, 2) a letter in which you a) outline your scholarly interests and research plans, and b) articulate your interest in the position, indicating prior teaching experience if any, and discussing what you hope to learn or gain from teaching academic writing, and 3) a brief proposal for a writing seminar modeled on course synopses posted on our website: https://twp.duke.edu/faculty/writing-101/guidelines. We may subsequently ask you to provide other supporting materials, including a more detailed course outline, other course materials, and three recommendations. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and/or interview process please contact Dr. Marcia Rego, Chair, Lecturing Fellows Search, Thompson Writing Program, Duke University, Box 90025, Durham, NC 27708-0025. Application period begins November 19, 2018. We will start reviewing applications on January 15; full consideration will be given to applications received by this date. Application period will remain open until February 15, 2019.
  • 2/28 search has been narrowed to "long shortlist" of candidates; request for three reference letters. (x2)
  • 3/11 Invitation for Skype interview
  • 3/21 Interview list finalized and scheduled for April.
  • 3/21 Informed that I was not selected for the round of interviews in April, but that I was a finalist; they said they'd keep my name on the finalist list for the future in case more positions open up in coming months. (x3)
  • 6/10 Invitation for Skype interview (x2)
  • 7/12 offer made and accepted 

East Tennessee State University: Lecturer of Old-Time Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 28 March 2019)[]

  • Department of Appalachian Studies – Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Country Music Studies – Essential Functions include teaching classes in old-time music history and field research; teaching individual instruction on instruments commonly used in old-time music; directing student bands; teaching performance and presentation skills; coaching and mentoring artistic development in students; assisting the program director and coordinator of old-time music with programming and curriculum.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Hardworking, dedicated, experienced, professional-level old-time musician/scholar with strong interpersonal skills who has knowledge about historical and contemporary old-time music, and the ability to teach two or more standard old-time instruments and/or voice from beginning through advanced levels.
  • Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and significant professional work experience in the field of old-time music.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in a related field.
  • Open Date: 03/28/2019
  • Open Until Filled: Yes
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must include complete contact information for three references; transcripts should be uploaded with the online application. Additionally, each applicant must submit audio or video recordings of at least five performances of their music accompanied by a track listing which identifies the instrument(s) played and/or vocals. Recordings (mp3s or internet links) may be uploaded in eJobs or emailed to andrade@etsu.edu.

Fei Tian College at Middletown: Full-time Instructor in Music Theory and Music History (Deadline: None listed, posted 27 April 2019)[]

  • Reference No: FTCM_T1B_MUS_20190425
  • Summary: The Department of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Fei Tian College – Middletown invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track one-year, renewable faculty position beginning August of 2019. The successful candidate will primarily teach the College’s undergraduate level courses in music theory and music history. Candidates are required to demonstrate the ability to teach successfully and the ability to cooperate with others in the best interests of the college.
  • Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching assignments may include, but not limited to: music theory and music theory; Provide services of academic advising, program design, and student mentoring when needed; Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; Participate in college and departmental committees and activities; Prepare and distribute syllabi which inform students about course requirements, grading requirements, testing assignments, attendance policy, and other information for each course assigned; Prepare, administer, and grade assignments and examinations in a timely manner in order to inform students of their progress; Follow procedures related to the Registrar's office, including grade reports and deadlines, attendance record reports, withdrawal deadlines, class changes, and time and room scheduling; Participate in faculty evaluations when needed by the department chair.
  • Qualifications (Education, Experience and Skills): Doctorate degree in Music Theory, Musicology, or a closely-related field; College teaching experience required; Commitment to teaching students at all developmental levels; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills; Positive and caring attitude toward students; Willingness to extend self to help students succeed; Ability to motivate students from a broad spectrum of backgrounds; and Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Canvas.
  • How to Apply: Fei Tian College – Middletown is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Please submit cover letter and resume with subject line: Application - FTCM_T1B_MUS_20190425.

Frostburg State University: Assistant Professor in Piano/Musicology (Deadline: 18 February 2019)[]

  • Frostburg State University, Department of Music, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Piano/Musicology. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to begin Fall 2019. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Description of Ongoing/New Duties: Teach core music department courses including all level of music history and class piano. Teach Applied Piano Instruction, Music Appreciation, History of Rock, and/or other courses as assigned. Recruit undergraduate music majors. Assist with service activities in the Department of Music. Faculty members at FSU are expected to actively participate in the University’s student-learning-assessment program. Duties also may include service to the Department, College, and community. The candidate must be committed to diversity, inclusion and civic engagement.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate degree from a regionally accredited university in Music. ABD in Music may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor. Evidence of outstanding performance ability in regional, national and international venues. Proven success in student recruitment. Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Application materials submitted must include links to online video documentation including a recent 10- to 15-minute performance.
  • Close Date: 02/18/2019

Hampton University: Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 01 April 2019)[]

  • Position: Assistant Professor
  • Department: Music
  • Date Posted: 04/01/2019
  • Closing Date: Open Until filled
  • Description: Rich in history, steeped in tradition, Hampton University is a dynamic, progressive institution of higher education, providing a broad range of technical, liberal arts, and graduate degree programs. In addition to being one of the top historically black universities in the world, Hampton University is a tightly-knit community of learners and educators, representing 49 states and 35 territories and nations. The Department of Music at Hampton University, which houses the BA in Music Performance, BS in Music Recording Technology, BA in Music (Pre-Certification) and BS in Music Audio Production degrees, is seeking to fill an Assistant professor level position in Music beginning Fall 2019.
  • Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate must be committed to providing instruction for applied lessons, various eras of music history, small woodwind ensembles, humanities courses and other relevant courses assigned by the department chair. Additionally, the successful candidate is expected to advise music majors and hold office hours. While actively teaching, faculty are encouraged to participate in the creative activity of performance and other scholarly research including grantsmanship. In addition, candidates should demonstrate dedication to the progress of the Music Department, the School of Liberal Arts and Education, and the University as a whole, through service activities.
  • Requirements: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate an active research and performance agenda, potential for, or record of externally funded research activity, and commitment to quality teaching and mentoring of students.
  • Qualifications: A candidate holding the doctoral degree in Musicology or Performance and with proficiency on an instrument in the woodwind family is preferred. Consideration will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree, although there is an expectation of hiring at the Assistant Professor rank. Filling the position at a different rank depends on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. Rank and compensation are commensurate with credentials and experience.
  • How to Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should submit a completed Application for Faculty Employment, a cover letter specifically addressing suitability for the position, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, publication reprints and official transcripts from the institution awarding the highest degree. Completed application materials must be mailed to:
Dr. Shelia J. Maye, Chair
Department of Music
Armstrong Hall, Room 133
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 23668
  • Email: shelia.maye@hamptonu.edu

Iona College: Assistant Professor, Music Program (Deadline: None listed, posted 04 December 2018) SEARCH POSTPONED TO 2020 (?)[]

  • Assistant Professor, Music Program (Tenure Track - starting Fall 2019)
  • Tracking Code: 2016379 (or 2016396?) (or 2016548?)
  • Duties & Responsibilities
  • Teach in four or more of the following: Music Appreciation, Practical Music Experience, Music in Film and Video, Music in World Cultures, Music History, Women in Music, Piano Instruction
  • Management of The Iona College Instrumental Ensemble
  • Management of Major in Arts Leadership, Music Concentration
  • Recruitment and advisement for Major in Arts Leadership, Music Concentration
  • Recruit music students for the Fine and Performing Arts Department by attending open houses and recruitment fairs
  • Work within the Fine and Performing Arts Department in coordinating classes, developing new courses and strengthening existing courses, supporting program development, and carrying out department goals and objectives
  • Create and maintain social media platforms to promote the department and the music program
  • Assume department, program and college committee responsibilities as required
  • Required Experience
  • A minimum of four years college level teaching experience
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching all levels of music both lecture and practical
  • Production and performance experience
  • Experience in teaching general education classes
  • Experience in teaching music history/traditions of: Africa, and/or African Diaspora, Native/Indigenous People, Asian or Latin American
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, establish and meet deadlines and work cooperatively with others
  • A working knowledge and experience with student learning outcomes and assessment
  • Applicants selected for interview will be required to demonstrate their teaching technique in a modified class situation

Liberty University: Assistant Professor of Music & Worship (Deadline: None listed, posted 17 June 2019)[]

  • Job Summary/Basic Function: Responsible for teaching of undergraduate and graduate music and worship courses, including: biblical foundations of worship; creative worship; history of worship; organizational and leadership skills for worship and congregational contextualization.
  • Minimum Qualifications: M.A in Music and Worship or Equivalent. Ability to work in a team leadership setting. Strong collaborative skills. Ability to teach music and worship core courses. Ability to teach music and worship methods courses. Ability to teach music and worship philosophy courses. Experience managing practicum courses in worship. Experience teaching undergraduate music and worship ensembles in a variety of styles.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D., D.M.A., or D.W.S in music and worship or equivalent. Extensive experience teaching music and worship courses on the University level
  • Work Hours: 11 months per year
  • Posting Date: 06/17/2019
  • Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Pastoral Reference Letter
  • Academic/Professional Reference Letter 1
  • Academic/Professional Reference Letter 2
  • Contact: Alissa Passburg, apassburg@liberty.edu

Lincoln University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Music (Deadline: None listed, posted 31 May 2019)[]

  • The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Lincoln University is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Music. The successful candidate must possess a PhD or DMA in Music. Preference will be given to candidates with significant experiences in academic & curricular development, music theory, ethnomusicology, research, performance, and working with choirs & bands. In addition candidate must have a proven ability to teach students from diverse education and cultural backgrounds.
  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching undergraduate level courses and offer music lessons; Assessing student learning; Advising and mentoring students; Assisting with ongoing curriculum review and modifications; Assist with the recruitment of music/vocal studies students; Serve on faculty committees; Performing additional duties as assigned
  • EDUCATION: An earned PhD or DMA in Music.
  • EXPERIENCE: College-level teaching experience in an accredited undergraduate or graduate institution.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Strong promise of effectiveness in teaching (including advising), creative or scholarly achievement, and valuable service to the university, community, and profession. xcellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with faculty, staff, and students in a culturally diverse organization. Proficiency in the assessment of student learning outcomes.Potential to develop and engage in scholarship related to the discipline of music. Ability to work with minimal supervision and to handle multiple tasks. Ability to make decisions supporting the department's mission and goals.
  • APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants must submit the following:
  • A completed application form.
  • A letter of interest detailing how the candidate meets the qualifications and responsibilities.
  • One-page statements of teaching philosophy and research interests.
  • Current curriculum vitae that includes information on education, experience, publications, grants, honors, and qualifications related to this position. Include appropriate POC/address/email.
  • Copy of all college/university transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or coursework.
  • Names and contact information for three persons who are willing to provide letters of reference in support of your application.


Longy School of Music: Chair, Historical Performance Department (part-time) (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 15 January 2019)[]

  • Chair, Historical Performance Department (Posted January 15, 2019)
  • Status: Part-time (approximately eight (8) hours per week), Exempt
  • Reports to: Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs
  • Supervises: Department Faculty
  • Longy School of Music of Bard College seeks a Chair for its Historical Performance Department. The Department Chair will provide principal oversight for Longy’s graduate program in Historical Performance.
  • Responsibilities
  • Principal management and oversight of Longy’s graduate program in the department
  • Management of faculty in these disciplines, including faculty evaluation and performance improvement
  • Academic advisement and career coaching of department majors
  • Spearheading and implementation of recruitment and retention strategies, in collaboration with the Admissions staff
  • Implementation of short- and long- term programmatic, artistic, and curriculum planning
  • Management of monthly department meetings throughout the academic year; working with other academic managers in furthering the mission of the School
  • Oversee the maintenance of instruments in Longy’s Historical Performance collection
  • Assignment of students to studio instructors in the department, in consultation with the Dean of the Conservatory and Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs
  • Membership on the Conservatory Academic Council; attendance at all weekly meetings
  • Attendance at all faculty meetings (approx. 3 per year)
  • Organization of jury and admissions panels
  • Management of department budget
  • Additional duties, as assigned
  • Qualifications: Candidates should have a minimum of five years teaching experience in a collegiate, university, or conservatory setting along with an established record of managerial experience and possess proven leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. An advanced degree (MM or DMA, or equivalent) in Early Music or Historical Performance is required.
  • To Apply: Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references by hard copy or email to the attention of Jeremy Van Buskirk, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, Longy School of Music of Bard College, 27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. To apply via e-mail, include Chair, Historical Performance Department in the subject line and send to: AcademicAffairsJobs(at)longy.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
  • 1/23 Eight hours per week? Really?

MIT: Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship at the MIT Center for Art, Science & Technology (Deadline: 15 February 2019)[]

  • Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship at the MIT Center for Art, Science & Technology (CAST)
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA
  • The MIT Center for Art, Science & Technology offers a two-year postdoctoral fellowship. The Fellow will collaborate with MIT faculty and invited guests on the production of an international symposium and a publication issuing from the event. Additional duties of the CAST Fellow include development and teaching of cross-disciplinary courses or workshops and possibly supervision of students engaged in undergraduate research opportunities (UROPs) at the intersection of the arts, science and technology.
  • Young scholars from any relevant field will be considered, but a demonstrated interest in working beyond one discipline is essential, and administrative experience and capabilities are required. The position offers opportunities for publishing, curating, and producing exhibitions, performances or conferences; previous experience in one of these domains is highly desirable. Scholars whose work engages the role of the arts and humanities in the major new initiatives at MIT around nanotechnology and computing are encouraged to apply.
  • Terms of Appointment: Applicants should designate a primary academic discipline at MIT within which they would ideally be placed, even though their work is cross-disciplinary.
  • Appointments will be for two years, effective July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2021. The Fellow will teach at least one course but no more than three during the appointment and must be in residence at MIT during the entire term of the position. Teaching obligations will begin in the second semester of the appointment.
  • The salary will be $66,300 in the first year with a 2.5% increase in the following year, plus health benefits, and the Fellow will receive a fund of $2,500 each year to cover travel and other costs associated with research and professional development.
  • Eligibility and Selection: Applicants must have received a Ph.D. no earlier than July 1, 2016 and no later than July 1, 2019. If applicants have not formally received a doctoral degree at the time of application, they must forward certification from the department head or the Graduate Studies Office at their institution to confirm that they are expected to earn a Ph.D. prior to July 1, 2019. The CAST Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow may not hold other appointments during the period of the fellowship. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Application Materials Required: Submit the following (applying to Job #16890) via MIT's applicant tracking system at http://hr.mit.edu/careers:
  • Letter describing the applicant's teaching and research experience, and contribution to the creative mission of the Center and the intellectual project of the symposium (see below)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Email the following to castpostdoc@mit.edu:
  • One-page description of an undergraduate cross-disciplinary class
  • One-page description of a possible CAST symposium topic (please see “Seeing / Sounding/ Sensing,” “Experience” and “Being Material”).
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Letter of Certification from the Registrar's Office, Department of Graduate Studies, or Department Head, certifying that the applicant will be formally awarded a PhD diploma by July 1, 2019. This requirement is only relevant for applicants who have not yet formally received a Ph.D. at the time the application is due
  • Finalists will be asked for writing samples.
  • All materials must be submitted by February 15, 2019.
  • Questions about the position should be directed to castpostdoc@mit.edu.

Metropolitan State University of Denver: Music Department Lecturer and Campus Manager (Deadline: 29 April 2019[]

  • The Department of Music at Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking applicants for a Lecturer for the DIME program at the campus in Denver, Colorado. The successful candidate is expected to teach classes with a focus on a program relevant to the DIME program in Denver, e.g., commercial music, musicology, music theory, songwriting, music industry, and/or music entrepreneurship. The candidate will serve as the Campus Manager for the Commercial Music Performance, Commercial Songwriting, and Music Industry Entrepreneurship programs within the Department of Music, located at DIME in Denver, Colorado. Some travel to Detroit may be required to facilitate coordination of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and administration between the Detroit and Denver campuses. The nature of this position requires the employee to be on-site at the specific campus five days a week and have an outward presence for students, faculty and staff. Work that requires the position to be off-site should be approved by the supervisor. The University is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.
  • Duties/Responsibilities
  • Teaching 50%: This position will be required to teach a minimum of 15 credit hours (or equivalent) per academic year and maintain minimum of 5 office hours per week to include advising and consultation with students. This faculty member will be expected to teach in the classroom. The successful candidate should have the background and expertise to be able to teach classes with a focus in music and music-related subjects.
  • Program Coordination 50%: The duties of Campus Manager of the Music Program at the DIME campus include working closely with the MSU Denver team, department faculty and DIME full-time staff ensuring successful implementation of courses as per the partnership agreement. The position will supervise and evaluate all music faculty on the DIME Denver campus. The position will supervise any Area Coordinators assigned to the campus. The position will work with the curriculum team through all curricular processes.
  • Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Music or a closely related field plus local or regional recognition as a commercial musician, commercial performer or music industry entrepreneur, or media producer. Ability to effectively collaborate with faculty and staff in a higher education setting. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Preferred Qualifications: ABD, or Master’s Degree in Music plus significant local recognition as a commercial musician, commercial performer, or music industry entrepreneur. College teaching experience with demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate teaching. Experience developing and coordinating with accrediting bodies. Experience creating and implementing a strategic plan.
  • Complete applications received by April 29th, 2019 will receive full consideration. Position is open until filled. As part of your application materials, please upload a document with link(s) to online examples of your video and photography work/portfolio.
  • IMPORTANT: In order to be considered as an applicant you must apply via the online application system, www.msudenverjobs.com.
  • References refers to a list of three professional references and their contact information. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Montreat College: Assistant Professor of Music (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 05 September 2018)[]

  • Position: Assistant Professor of Music
  • Location: Montreat, North Carolina
  • Start Date: August, 2019
  • Summary: Montreat College seeks a broadly-trained music faculty member to teach music and to lead the college in elevating and promoting the fine arts (music, theatre, and art) on campus. For the right candidate, this position could also serve as Chair of the Fine and Performing Arts Department.
  • The successful candidate will have interest and skill in building student participation in music, especially by non-majors. This is a full-time position.
  • Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of music courses, leading vocal ensembles, and organizing student performances at college events, cooperate in promoting fine arts activities in the life of the college. Additional responsibilities may include advising students, participating in faculty committees, and other duties for faculty members and department chairs as described in the Faculty Handbook.
  • Qualifications: Successful candidate will affirm and support the Mission, Vision, and Statement of Faith and Community Life Covenant of Montreat College. https://www.montreat.edu/about/mission/ The successful candidate will also demonstrate support for Christian liberal arts education and the specific ability to integrate faith and the discipline in a compelling, thoughtful manner. Teaching excellence and a willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work are also expected.
  • Education/Experience: Doctorate in music or related field preferred; master’s degree required.
  • Application Requirements/How to Apply: Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
  • Candidates are requested to send the following materials:
  • 1) Complete Application
  • 2) Letter of Application
  • 3) Curriculum Vitae
  • 4) Transcripts of Undergraduate and Graduate Work
  • 5) Statement of Faith
  • 6) Statement of Philosophy of Christian Higher Education
  • 7) List of Three References with Contact Information
  • Send materials by email to:
Dr. Gregory Kerr
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Music Faculty Search
Montreat College
Jclements14@montreat.edu

Ohio State University: The Saul and Sonia Schottenstein Chair in Israel Studies (Open Rank) (Deadline: 26 November 2018)[]

  • The Melton Center for Jewish Studies at The Ohio State University invites applications for the Saul and Sonia Schottenstein Chair in Israel Studies. Candidates may be of any rank. *Specialization is open and may include, but is not limited to, areas such as: History, Philosophy, Political Science, Music, English, Economics and Comparative Studies. The academic unit of appointment will be based on the candidate’s area of expertise. The chair appointee will be expected to teach courses on the history of modern Zionism and Israel and provide scholarly mentoring to students in the study of modern Israel. Duties will also include the development and communication of study abroad and internship opportunities for students related to Israel and the area of Israel Studies. The successful applicant will also serve as a community and university resource for Israel Studies.
  • Qualifications: Specialization is open and may include, but is not limited to, areas such as: History, Philosophy, Political Science, Music, English, Economics and Comparative Studies. The academic unit of appointment will be based on the candidate’s area of expertise. Qualified applicants should possess fluency in Hebrew, be knowledgeable about contemporary Israeli society and culture, and hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in their field of expertise. Appointment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
  • Application Instructions: Apply to Academic Jobs Online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/12543 A complete application consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, writing sample, and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin on November 26, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Lori Botnick Fireman at fireman.2@osu.edu.

Peabody Institute, Johns Hopkins University: Full-time faculty, Liberal Arts (Deadline: 14 January 2019)[]

  • The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the liberal arts with a multi-year renewable contract in a non-tenure institution beginning Fall 2019.
  • The Liberal Arts Department develops critical thinking, writing, and oral communication skills, including English as a Second Language, while fostering social awareness and responsibility in the community of exceptional undergraduate artists. Additional information about the department may be found at http://peabody.jhu.edu/academics/instruments-areas-of-study/liberalarts/.
  • Qualifications: A passionate teacher and scholar, the successful candidate must be inventive, adaptable, and a proven team-builder. His or her area of specialization may be in a wide range of disciplines including the humanities, the social sciences or the natural sciences. The successful candidate will hold a terminal degree in his or her field, a strong record of collegiate teaching experience, and dedication to the education of a performing artists. Candidates with proven effectiveness in community college, professional school, or non-conventional undergraduate settings are encouraged to apply.
  • Application Instructions: Please submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample of the candidate’s choosing, three current letters of recommendation, and a statement of teaching philosophy including evidence of teaching effectiveness through Interfolio. In your cover letter please address how you use the Liberal Arts to engage with wider audiences in your teaching and/or your research. A review of applications will begin on January 14, 2019, after which time additional materials may be requested.
  • 12/11: This position is not listed on the institution's website; has anyone been able to locate the Interfolio link? Thanks.
  • 12/12 The job title heading above is a link to the Interfolio posting.

Rider University: Assistant Professor in Popular Music Studies (Deadline: 02 January 2019) SEARCH FAILED[]

  • THE SCHOOL OF FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS (SFPA) OF RIDER UNIVERSITY announces an opening for a full-time, tenure track appointment in Popular Music Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning September 1, 2019 on the University’s Lawrenceville campus.
  • We are looking for promising scholars or practitioners with demonstrated teaching experience whose primary field is popular music theory and whose secondary area of interest complements the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
  • designing and delivering courses with the Popular Music Studies major, primarily in the areas of music theory, songwriting, etc.
  • teaching and/or supervising delivery of other courses in the major, such as history, composition, instrument/voice lessons, or performance ensembles
  • recruiting a diverse cohort of students through official University events as well as through communication with prospective students throughout the recruiting season
  • participating in departmental activities including representing the department on committees and working groups on campus
  • engaging in ongoing scholarly or creative work, which can include traditional academic publications or a portfolio of creative work
  • advising and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds
  • Position Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold a doctoral degree (PhD or DMA) in music or a related field with a primary focus on popular music studies. ABD candidates who will complete their degree within one year of appointment will be considered.
  • Desired qualifications include:
  • Experience in the popular music industry as a scholar and/or practitioner
  • Significant experience with the broad spectrum of popular music
  • Performance experience in some genre of popular music
  • Familiarity with current research on race, class, and gender studies as these relate to popular music study and practice
  • Experience coaching students in popular music performance ensembles
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: All applicants must apply directly to our website at http://rider.peopleadmin.com/postings/5440 and attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and goals, a statement outlining their commitment to diversity, including evidence of their experience working with and teaching diverse students, contact information for three references, undergraduate and graduate transcripts. The completion of a satisfactory background check is required. Please reference Position No. 312534. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, review of applicant materials will begin on January 2, 2019.
  • From theory wiki: 2/14: Request for on-campus interview
  • From theory wiki: 5/20: Search failed

Seattle Pacific University: Assistant Professor of Music Education (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 16 November 2018)[]

  • The Seattle Pacific University Music Department seeks to hire a dynamic, vibrant, and motivated Director of Music Education. A preference will be given to a candidate with experience in string teaching and orchestral conducting. Consideration will also be given to a candidate with an ethnomusicology background.
  • This Assistant Professor of Music Education appointment is a full-time (at .90 FTE), nine-month, tenure track-eligible position, to begin on September 1, 2019. This position includes the following responsibilities: Lead, coordinate, and grow the Music Education program. Teach undergraduate courses in Music Education from a global perspective and other courses in areas of the music curriculum commensurate with abilities and programmatic needs. Coordinate with the School of Education's Masters of Arts in Teaching program. Supervise student teachers. Conduct the orchestra, teach ethonomusicology courses, or teach other courses based on skills and interests.
  • The successful candidate will be expected to display a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship and a commitment to undergraduate education. The candidate should also possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with a diverse array of students and colleagues.
  • Qualifications: Doctorate in Music or Music Education, or closely related field, from an accredited institution. ABD accepted. Three years of K-12 teaching experience.
  • Seattle Pacific University seeks applicants who are committed to its Christian mission. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with multicultural students. We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minorities who are underrepresented in higher education careers (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service. More than forty percent of our students are persons of color, and a significant number of our students are first generation college students (see student profile). Thus, applicants who can demonstrate effective mentoring of students from underrepresented backgrounds are especially welcomed.
  • Application Instructions: This position will remain open until filled. To apply, please complete the online application, and upload the following additional items:
  • Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Names and contact information for three references
  • Unofficial transcripts of all graduate work
  • Licensure documentation
  • PDF file containing YouTube/Vimeo links to video of candidate teaching/rehearsing and recent performances as soloist and/or chamber musician (private files not searchable through YouTube/Vimeo are encouraged)
  • If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:
Dr. Brian Chin
Music Department, Chair
chinb@spu.edu
206-281-2928

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi: Assistant Professor, Music (Oboe/Music History) (Deadline: 02 January 2019)[]

  • The Department of Music at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music in Oboe/Music History. Responsibilities will include teaching applied oboe and undergraduate music history courses. Secondary responsibilities may include teaching music appreciation, music theory, and/or aural training, depending upon the candidate’s experience. The successful candidate will be expected to work within a team-oriented departmental culture and to undertake other duties according to the needs of the department. Appointment will begin fall 2019.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • A doctorate in performance or music history.
  • Evidence of excellence in applied instruction and classroom teaching is required.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Other desirable secondary teaching areas include theory, aural training, music appreciation and/or chamber music.
  • Evidence of ability to be a successful performer, teacher/mentor, scholar, and congenial colleague is preferred, including demonstrated success in the ability to recruit and retain a successful oboe studio.
  • 1. A letter of application addressing qualifications listed,
  • 2. Curriculum vitae,
  • 3. Copy of all academic transcripts,
  • 4. At least three professional references (including name, address, title, telephone number, and email address), and
  • 5. A document with hyperlinks to audio and/or video recordings of recent performances (20-30 minutes in length).
  • The posting will remain open until a finalist has been selected. Review of applications will begin January 2, 2019.
  • Please direct any inquiries to Scott Pool, Search Chair, scott.pool@tamucc.edu.

Texas A&M University at Galveston: Lecturer in Music (Spring 2019) (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 10 September 2018)[]

  • Job Title: Lecturer in Music #4237
  • Agency: Texas A&M University at Galveston
  • Department: Liberal Studies
  • Proposed Minimum Salary: $5,333.33 monthly
  • Required qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position include an earned Master’s degree in Music Education and experience teaching college level creative arts Music courses (Music Appreciation, History of Rock, History of Jazz).
  • This is predominantly a teaching position, so the successful candidate is expected to have an exceptionally strong commitment to excellence in teaching, and other interactions leading to overall student success. Applicants will be evaluated based on current credentials as well as potential for future development. The employee does not have a professional reason to be in a lab utilizing hazardous materials or equipment.
  • Applications should be submitted via the Workday system and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references (including postal addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses).
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January, 02, 2019. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of Texas A&M University at Galveston’s academic community. Individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. For more information about the position, contact the Department Head, Dr. JoAnn DiGeorgio-Lutz at 409-740-4463.

Texas A&M University-Kingsville: Lecturer of Music Theory/Music History (Deadline: Review begins 20 June 2019) FILLED: Jay Smith, University of North Texas 2018 (PhD Music Theory)[]

  • POSITION: Lecturer of Music Theory/Music History
  • RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach courses according to the needs of the department in the areas of music history and/or music theory and ear training. Additional duties may be required based upon the experience and expertise of the candidate.
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the field of music from a regionally accredited institution or university required; Doctorate preferred. Ability to teach in the academic music areas of Music Theory, Ear-Training, and Music History. College-level teaching experience preferred. Other qualifications may be considered based upon the needs of the department and the strengths of the candidate.
  • RANK & SALARY: Lecturer. Non-tenure track. Salary commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience.
  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: Position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin June 20, 2019.
  • EFFECTIVE DATE: August 15, 2019
  • APPLICANT INFORMATION: Applicants must formally apply by submitting the following items:
  • Address additional questions and correspondence to:
Dr. Paul Hageman, Chair
Music Theory/Music History Search Committee
Music Department, MSC 174
905 Engineering Avenue
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Kingsville, TX 78363
Paul.hageman@tamuk.edu
  • Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution by the Office of the Provost, Texas A&M University–Kingsville, MSC 102, Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202. For review of application, applicants may submit unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended directly to the Search Committee Chair. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (AACRAO) http://www.aacrao.org/internationalforeignEdCred.cfm.
  • 8/4 From theory wiki - Offer accepted (Jay Smith, PhD UNT 2018)

Tulane University: Visiting Professor and Greenleaf Scholar-in-Residence (Deadline: 01 December 2018)[]

  • Tulane University: Academic Centers: Stone Center for Latin American Studies
  • Location: New Orleans, LA
  • Open Date: Nov 20, 2018
  • Description: We seek scholars who address questions of the intersections of politics and the arts in the twenty-first century. These might include literature, the visual arts, music, performance, film, and media. Applications from scholars, writers and artists who address urban and environmental issues, especially where water is an issue, are especially welcomed. Salary is $40,000 plus benefits for one semester (although stretching it to two semesters is also possible if desired). Travel and moving expenses are not supported.
  • Qualifications: Minimum Associate Professor status or above and a distinguished record of publication.
  • Applications must be submitted via Interfolio. Please submit a CV including contact information for two professional references, as well as a cover letter describing how residence at Tulane will aid in advancing your research.
  • Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2018, but the position will remain open until filled.
  • 12/17 Text in bold above was added on 12/17 by a New Orleans IP address, though it is missing from the official Interfolio job posting (which is now closed, though they might still be accepting applications if you contact the department). -5120j

University of California, Los Angeles: Kenny Burrell Chair in Jazz Studies (Deadline: 01 December 2018 15 January 2019)[]

  • Job #JPF04084
  • HERB ALPERT SCHOOL OF MUSIC - HASOM DEAN'S OFFICE
  • Recruitment Period: Open October 1st, 2018 through January 15th, 2019
  • The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music seeks to appoint an accomplished senior faculty at the full professor level to be the inaugural holder of the Kenny Burrell Chair in Jazz Studies and a key faculty in establishing the School’s new Global Jazz Studies major. Global Jazz Studies, an interdepartmental Bachelor of Arts program, is an extension of the former jazz studies concentration established by Burrell in 1996. The new program focuses on the study of jazz from a world perspective, recognizing the importance of learning traditional, contemporary, and global approaches to performance, composition, and scholarship, as well as the African American musical heritage of jazz. Responsibilities for the position include teaching undergraduate (and eventually graduate) students in one or more of the following areas: analyses of early and contemporary jazz styles; composition, arranging, and theory; and cross-cultural perspectives in jazz. Responsibilities may also include directing a student ensemble. Candidates are expected to have an exceptional background in scholarship, performance, composition, or other creative areas. Additionally, academic leadership and fundraising skills are essential for advancing the new program.
  • Candidates must be eligible for a split appointment in one of the School’s three cognate departments: Ethnomusicology, Music, or Musicology. The successful candidate must also demonstrate a strong commitment to furthering the values of diversity in our university community through exemplary teaching, research and service. Candidates with a doctorate or its professional equivalent in academic and creative experience are preferred. A bachelor’s degree is required.
  • Document requirements:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement - Sample Guidance for Candidates: https://equity.ucla.edu/programs-resources/faculty-search-process/faculty-search-committee-resources/sample-guidance/
  • Statement answering the following: - a) What would you consider to be the most crucial points of focus for the new Global Jazz Studies Program? b) Discuss the role of culture, gender and race in the effort to balance tradition and innovation as well as performance and scholarship. c) What would you add to Global Jazz Studies to assure that the program remains relevant for the next decade, and beyond?
  • Scholarly Publications and/or Sample of Creative Works

University of California, Los Angeles: Leo M. and Elaine Krown Klein Endowed Chair in Performance Studies (Deadline: 02 November 2018) FILLED: William Kinderman, UC Berkeley 1980[]

  • Job #JPF03969
  • HERB ALPERT SCHOOL OF MUSIC - MUSIC
  • Recruitment Period: Open August 16th, 2018 through November 2nd, 2018
  • The Department of Music in the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is pleased to invite applications for a senior-level, tenured, professorial position as inaugural holder of the Leo M. and Elaine Krown Klein Endowed Chair in Performance Studies. In 2014, longtime UCLA arts philanthropist Elaine Krown Klein made a $2 million gift to establish this chair in music performance studies in the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s Department of Music to honor her late husband, Leo M. Klein. This permanent endowed chair — the first in the history of the Department of Music — will support a distinguished, senior-level professor with a demonstrated record of excellence as a scholar, musician, and teacher. The chair holder’s primary role will be to lead and teach in a distinctive MM/DMA graduate program centered on the performance of Western art music and built around a suite of core courses in bibliography, notation and performance, analysis, and historical performance practices.
  • We seek a scholar/performer for this position for two reasons: because we believe that the advanced training of performers greatly benefits from mentors who exemplify excellence in both fields; and because we aim to graduate students from our program who not only understand the value of both approaches, but who can bring both skill sets to their future careers. In addition to supporting the chairholder’s individual research, the Klein Chair is intended to support departmental and School of Music-wide* initiatives integrating performance and scholarship, such as festivals, recordings, theme-based programming, conferences, touring and multimedia collaborations.
  • The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music consists of three departments: Ethnomusicology, Music and Musicology. Its founding principles strongly encourage interdepartmental student and faculty collaboration.
  • The successful candidate should possess a broad skill set encompassing as many of the following as possible:
  • an active publication record in the area of music performance studies
  • documented skills as a professional-level performer, such as recordings and/or professionally reviewed public performances
  • a distinguished record of teaching at the graduate level
  • experience in directing DMA dissertations and leading graduate seminars for performers
  • the ability to coach soloists and ensembles
  • a dynamic and collaborative approach to curriculum development
  • a commitment to mentoring graduate students in both academic and career matters
  • interest in helping to forge a collective vision for music performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music
  • The successful candidate must also demonstrate a strong commitment to furthering the values of diversity in our university community through exemplary teaching, research and service.
  • Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. Doctorate or equivalent professional experience preferred; master's degree required. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2019.
  • APPLICATION: Applications must be submitted to the UC Recruit website online at: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF03969
  • Candidates should submit:
  • a comprehensive curriculum vitae
  • a letter of interest with special attention to the role of music performance studies in the training of today’s professional musicians and educators
  • a representative selection of publications in the area of performance studies (in PDF format)
  • links to live and/or recorded performances
  • a statement of teaching philosophy
  • EDI statement describing the applicant’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of professional achievement
  • names and contact information of five to six professional references. Please do not upload reference letters; the search committee will contact references directly at an appropriate time in the process.


University of Central Oklahoma: Humanities and Philosophy, Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor (Deadline: 07 January 2019)[]

  • Position Overview: Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. This position is full-time, tenure-track position.
  • Department Specific Essential Job Functions: Humanities professors teach introductory humanities survey courses, which focus on cultural histories and aesthetic analysis of artistic media and ideas, as well as upper-level undergraduate and graduate (MA) courses in several areas of the discipline. In addition to teaching the humanities survey courses, the successful applicant will be expected to teach courses focused on modern/contemporary humanities. The typical course-load is 4/4 with additional service and research expectations.
  • Qualifications/Experience Required: Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). **NOTE** If the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to TT-Instructor.
  • Qualifications/Experience Preferred: A completed PhD in a Humanities discipline from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized college or university by beginning of appointment. Demonstrated ability to use interdisciplinary methods in teaching courses that incorporate a mix of film, ideas, literature, music, or visual arts. Experience teaching a diverse student body. Desirable areas of teaching competence or experience are: film or non-Western humanities.
  • Job ID: 2018-5558
  • Targeted Job Start Date: 8/1/2019
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Online application to include: 1) CV; 2) uploaded as a single document: a cover letter (2 pages), a statement of teaching philosophy (1 page), and a research statement (1 page); 3) unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees; 4) three confidential letters of reference. Please instruct senders of confidential letters of reference to email them to jobs@uco.edu. The letters will be uploaded to your applications file. Application deadline is 7 January 2019.
  • 1/23: Request for phone interview 
  • 2/18: Request for campus visit

University of Central Oklahoma: Humanities, Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track, Lecturer (Deadline: 15 May 2019)[]

  • Position Overview: Lecturer provides a quality learning experience for students. Lecturer faculty perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the Lecturer faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.
  • Department Specific Essential Job Functions: Lecturers are expected to be dedicated to excellent undergraduate teaching. Each lecturer teaches five courses per semester of General Humanities: Ancient through Medieval and/or General Humanities: Renaissance through Modern. Lecturers participate in regular committee work.
  • Qualifications/Experience Required: An earned degree Master's degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Qualifications/Experience Preferred: Experience in teaching college-level humanities disciplines preferred. MA in a humanities-related field required, with Ph.D. preferred. Humanities fields include art history, music, literature, history, philosophy, classics, anthropology, theater, film studies, religious studies and related disciplines. An interdisciplinary humanities background is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: The minimum degree required is an M.A. Previous teaching experience required, preferably a survey in the humanities. The successful applicant will have a broad background that includes at least two of the following areas: art, music, literature, history, philosophy, religious studies, and architecture. A strong background in the Western Humanities is preferred. Preference for college teaching experience.
  • Job ID: 2019-5785
  • Targeted Job Start Date: 8/5/2019
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Online Faculty application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and degree transcripts for highest degree earned. Additional documentation may be requested at a later date. If you have confidential letters of reference please instruct senders to email them to jobs@uco.edu. These will be uploaded to your application file. Evidence of teaching success is optional, but preferred. Attach under the "Other" tab in your Candidate Profile.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa: Assistant or Associate Professor (Hawaiian Studies) (Deadline: 01 February 2019)[]

  • Kamakakuokalani Center for Hawaiian Studies, Hawaiinuiakea School for Hawaiian Knowledge
  • Date Posted: October 31, 2018
  • Closing Date: Continuous - application review begins February 01, 2019
  • Assistant Professor Minimum Qualifications:
  • 1. Phd, JD, or MFA from a college or university of recognized standing in a field of study closely related to, or focusing on, Hawaiian Ancestral Knowledge including but not limited to Anthropology, Archealogy, Architecture, Arts, Dance, Economics, Education, English, Ethnobiology, Ethnobotany, Ethnomusicology, Geography, Health, History, Indigenous Politics, Law, Marine Biology, Natural Resource Management, Planning, Public Health, and or Theatre. ABDs may be considered.
  • 2. Demonstrated ability and expertise in teaching.
  • 3. Demonstrated ability to utilize educational technology in teaching (in person and/or online).
  • 4. Demonstrated scholarly achievement and research experience including publication in Hawaiian Ancestral Knowledge.
  • 5. Considerable knowledge of ancestral, and historical topics in Hawai'i and the broader Moananuiakea.
  • 6. Proficiency in Hawaiian and English including the ability to translate and do research in Hawaiian.
  • 7. Poise and good address for meeting and conferring with others.
  • Associate Professor Minimum Qualifications
  • 1. All minimum qualifications in the Assistant Professor rank plus minimum of four years of full-time college/university teaching at the rank of assistant professor (or equivalent), with evidence of increasing professional maturity.
  • Desirable Qualifications
  • 1. Demonstrate competence and experience teaching in higher education.
  • 2. Experience teaching courses in higher education in areas such as Hawaiian Studies, Kukulu Aupuni, Mo'olelo 'Oiwi, Halau o Laka, and Kumu Kahiki topics.
  • 3. Demonstrated research in Hawaiian Ancestral Knowledge in the fields Kukulu Aupuni, Kumu Kahiki, Mo'olelo 'Oiwi, and/or Halau o Laka.
  • 4. Ability to teach and develop new courses in one of the following concentrations: Kukulu Aupuni, Kumu Kahiki, Mo'olelo 'Oiwi, and Halau o Laka.
  • 5. Ability to teach classes in Hawaiian, including the ability to translate and research in Hawaiian.
  • 6. Diverse experience in working with, and advocating for, the Hawaiian community on issues of history, land, culture and politics.
  • 7. Demonstrated ability to attract significant extramural funding and secure grants and contracts to build program base.
  • 8. Willingness to assume leadership role within the department such as serving on departmental and university committees.

University of Houston: Professor of Practice - Music (Deadline: 15 June 2019)[]

  • The Moores School of Music at the McGovern College of the Arts seeks candidates for the position of Professor of Practice in Music, start date effective September 1, 2019.
  • Applicants for this position should be prepared to:
  • Teach courses as assigned by the director
  • Employ a variety of pedagogical strategies
  • Maintain course-specific records
  • Evaluate student work in a timely manner, provide students with quality feedback as to their advancement toward meeting student learning objectives
  • Be available for individual student conferences
  • ITEMS TO SUBMIT: a CV; unofficial transcripts; the names and contact information of three references; a cover letter that describes your interest in the position and your qualifications for it.
  • DEADLINE: June 15, 2019 or until filled
  • CONTACT: Submit all materials to: http://jobs.uh.edu
  • Qualifications: Applicants for this position at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music are expected to meet the following requirements:
  • Hold a master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university;
  • Demonstrate a history of successful administrative or faculty experience in the discipline;
  • Demonstrate competence in assigned course content area(s);
  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students;
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. All positions at the university are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
  • Required Attachments by Candidate: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Unofficial Transcripts
  • Employee Status: Regular/Benefits
  • Job Posting: May 22, 2019, 2:13:53 PM
  • 5/23 This has got to be a fake search (pre-determined hire), right? So vague!

University of Kentucky: Assistant/Associate Professor in African American and Africana Studies (x2) (Deadline: 15 January 2019)[]

  • The program in African American and Africana Studies (AAAS) at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We are inaugurating an interdisciplinary major with a significant new investment by the College of Arts and Sciences, and support from other colleges and programs in the University, and we are recruiting several faculty for this growing program. We are searching broadly for scholars whose research and teaching will complement our faculty, add breadth and richness to our new major, while also contributing to their home department. We also seek specialists whose research (or creative activity) is focused on Africa, African Americans, and/or the African Diaspora, in disciplines that include the arts (including visual arts, performing arts, dance, theater, and music), the humanities (including history and particularly west African history), art history, musicology, performance studies, language and literature, film studies, digital studies, philosophy, and religious studies), the social sciences (including anthropology, sociology, psychology, and geography) and fields of business (including global finance, economics of inequality, management, and marketing). The appointment would be in the home department and home college of the successful candidate, and teaching and service would be allocated between AAAS and that home department. Candidates who have successfully developed curricula for new programs, and who have worked within interdisciplinary contexts, are especially urged to apply.
  • A Ph.D. or equivalent must have been awarded at the time of appointment. Please submit, along with application:
  • A letter of application
  • A current CV
  • A teaching statement (upload under Specific Request 1)
  • Either an article-length writing sample or a documentation of a sample of work from your portfolio (depending upon your discipline). Please upload under Writing Sample.
  • A one to two page reflection on commitment, approaches, and insights related to inclusion, diversity, and equity (please upload under Specific Request 2). As a program and university, we are strongly committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.
  • Contact information for at least three references when prompted in the application. This information will be used to solicit reference letters from your contacts within the employment system.
  • Review of applications will begin January 15, 2019, and continues until the positions are filled.
  • This position is one of two being hired for African American and Africana Studies. It is recommended that, if submitting an application for this position, that candidates also submit their application materials for the second posting, found here: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/207689
  • Candidates may direct questions to Search Committee Chair Dr. Anastasia Curwood at a.curwood@uky.edu

University of Portland: Assistant Professor, Orchestra and Music History (Deadline: 15 October 2018)[]

  • Title: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Orchestra and Music History
  • The Music Program at the University of Portland seeks a candidate to conduct the University Orchestra and teach Music History for its NASM-accredited program starting August 15, 2019.
  • This is a tenure-track, nine-month position with benefits. Benefits include: medical & dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, sick time, tuition remission benefits, retirement contributions (generally after 2 years of employment), and eligibility for the University’s home purchase assistance program. (Please note that eligibility for all University benefits is subject to applicable policies, practices, and requirements.)
  • Applications will be reviewed starting October 15, 2018. This posting was posted on September 4, 2018 and will remain open until filled.
  • Primary responsibilities include directing the University Orchestra, teaching a university core course introducing fine arts, and teaching Music History courses for music majors.
  • Requirements: Doctorate degree, Teaching experience at the university level.
  • Qualified applicants should submit the following documents:
  • A cover letter that includes (1) an educational philosophy for a liberal arts music program and (2) addresses experience and/or interest in supporting the University of Portland's strategic goals to increase internationalization and diversity and inclusion. In your letter, please also include an online link to rehearsal and performance footage of you conducting an ensemble. (If you prefer to send physical media, please review the information at the end of the application instructions.)
  • A curriculum vitae
  • Contact information for 3-5 references
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • If you prefer to send a physical copy of rehearsal and performance footage of you conducting an ensemble, please mail to:
Dr. Patrick Murphy
PFA Dept.
University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd.
Portland, OR 97203
  • 12/4/18 - Rejection Received

University of South Dakota: Director of the National Music Museum (Deadline: 24 October 2018)[]

  • The University of South Dakota and the Board of Trustees of the National Music Museum are seeking a dynamic professional to serve as the Director of the National Music Museum (NMM) at the University of South Dakota (USD).
  • Qualifications: Graduate degree in the field of musicology, museum studies, ethnomusicology, arts administration, business or a related field required. At least three years of experience in museum administration, music administration, or other non-profit organization administration preferred. Experience with non-profit fundraising for operations and capital, including private-donor development, grant-writing, and membership development giving at a scale appropriate to this museum is preferred. Communication and people skills to engage the Board, membership, donors, and the public, and to serve as the face of the Museum desirable. Knowledge of new trends in nonprofit administration to engage new, younger audiences and exhibit experience is desirable. Knowledge of and passion for music history and for rare and historical musical instruments desirable.
  • Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they are eligible and qualified to work in the United States by the time of hire. Sponsorship is not available.
  • This position is a full-time, twelve-month administrative job with the salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. USD offers benefits package. The person in this position reports to the Dean of the College of Fine Arts and to the Chair of the Board of Trustees. Appointment begins on or about February 2019.
  • Applications will only be accepted on-line at http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/postings/13212. Include on the website: application letter, resume, one-page statement on how the applicant would lead the museum in the 21st century and thoughts on creating new educational programming, and names and contact information of five current references.
  • Inquiries and nominations, contact: Marilyn Hoffman or Connie Rosemont, Museum Search & Reference, searchandref@museum-search.com
  • For details and updates, visit: https://museum-search.com/open-searches
  • Review of applications will begin October 24, 2018, and will continue until the position is filled.
  • Posted on AMS-L 10/18

University of Southern California: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Choral and Sacred Music (Deadline: 15 November 2018)[]

  • The University of Southern California Thornton School of Music invites applicants for the full-time position Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Choral and Sacred Music. The appointment is non-tenure track and begins August 2019.
  • Duties: Principal duties will include teaching courses in Sacred Music: Sacred Music Administration and Hymnology, Graduate Choral Conducting and individual instruction in conducting. Additional responsibilities include supervision of dissertations, graduate student recitals and student-led ensembles; and participating on School and University committees.
  • Qualifications: The ideal candidate for this position will hold a doctoral degree with a background in sacred music and/or choral literature. Successful applicants will be expected to have a demonstrated record of experience and accomplishment working in a highly diverse environment and of promoting equity and inclusion in the work that they do and in their approach to the profession. Additionally, candidates should have demonstrated experience teaching at the college or secondary level with time spent conducting professional/community ensembles including church or synagogue choirs. Evidence of success in scholarly pursuits is preferred. A doctoral degree is required.
  • Interested candidates must apply through the USC online system. Candidates are asked to provide:
  • a letter of application
  • curriculum vitae
  • three references
  • teaching philosophy statement
  • representative repertoire list
  • Please note: materials will not be returned.
  • Review of applications will commence on November 15, 2018 and the position will remain open until filled.

University of Toronto Scarborough: Associate Professor - Music Creativity and Technology (Deadline: 20 December 2018)[]

  • The Department of Arts, Culture and Media at University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Music Creativity and Technology. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor, and will commence on July 1, 2019 or shortly thereafter.
  • Applicants must have earned a doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., D.M.A.) in an area relevant to music creativity and technology and a demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research and teaching.
  • We seek candidates who specialize in the research and practice of music creativity and technology with a focus on at least one of the following areas (listed alphabetically): digital and participatory culture, electro-acoustics, electronic and computer musics, innovation and entrepreneurship, multimodal creativities, popular musics, and/or sound studies.
  • The successful candidate must have established and sustained over several years innovative and independent research at the highest international level and is expected to lead and maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
  • We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental and Music and Culture program strengths. The successful candidate should also have the demonstrated ability to work within an interdisciplinary department, where horizontal connections among faculty of different fields are encouraged: see http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/acm/acm-research-themes. They will be expected to teach classes that embody the indivisibility of theory and practice, and that serve the musical and intellectual needs and interests of UTSC’s diverse student body. They also will be expected to provide leadership for the department’s sound lab, participate in curriculum development, and serve on departmental and university committees in order to contribute to interdisciplinary departmental initiatives. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application including a strong teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations, as well as strong letters of reference.
  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
  • All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; one recent publication (of no more than 30 pages); and a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations.
  • Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead and signed) to MusicAssociateSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca by the closing date.
  • Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact MusicAssociateSearch@utsc.utoronto.ca.
  • All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by December 20, 2018.
  • All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vassar College: Adjunct Instructor (Music History and/or Music Theory) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 17 July 2019) FILLED: Name unknown[]

  • The Department of Music at Vassar College invites applications to teach 4.5 undergraduate courses in music theory and music history during the 2019-20 academic year. Ideally, we would like one candidate who can teach all of these courses. But depending on the applicant’s area expertise and availability, we are open to hiring two candidates to teach partial course loads. Depending on the number of courses taught (3 or more), this may be a benefits-eligible position.
  • Qualifications: ABD, PhD, or DMA required. We seek an applicant with an affinity for working with both music majors and non-majors. College teaching experience in a liberal arts setting is strongly preferred.
  • Job Description/Responsibilities:
  • FALL SEMESTER:
  • MUSI 248: “Music and Ideas III - Modernism and its Challenges” (late nineteenth through twentieth century)
  • SPRING SEMESTER:
  • MUSI 101: “Fundamentals of Music” (for beginners with no previous musical background)
  • MUSI 106: “Music Theory II” (second semester for music majors; includes six-four chords, sequences, tonicization & modulation, chromaticism, phrase structures, and small forms)
  • Skills lab for MUSI 106 (sight singing [movable-do, do-based minor solfege], dictation, keyboard skills) (THIS IS A HALF-CLASS)
  • MUSI 180: Freshman writing seminar (on a musical topic of the instructor’s choosing)
  • Items to Send: To apply, please submit a letter of interest and CV to Christine Howlett, Department Chair (contact info below)
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
  • Contact:
Christine Howlett, Associate Professor & Chair
Vassar College
124 Raymond Ave.
Poughkeepsie, NY 12604
chhowlett@vassar.edu
(845) 437-7320
  • Date Listed: 07/17/2019
  • From theory wiki: 7/29 Offer made and accepted

Warren Wilson College: Professor of Music (Deadline: Review began 01 November 2018) FILLED: Ben Krakauer, UT Austin 2014[]

  • Warren Wilson College seeks applicants for a full-time, entry-level faculty position in the Department of Music. The faculty member will teach curricula connected with the College’s major in music, which includes a distinctive concentration in Traditional Music in addition to a General Music concentration. This will include applied and ensemble instruction in addition to relevant courses in music theory, history, and culture, all of which will depend upon the faculty member’s expertise and departmental needs.
  • It is a basic expectation that all Warren Wilson College faculty exhibit excellence in teaching, maintain an active research and/or performance agenda, and contribute to the life of the College. A completed doctorate degree in a music field (Ph.D., D.M.A., D.M.E., or equivalent) is required except in cases where the faculty possesses significant experience as a national and international performing artist, which may be acceptable in lieu of a terminal degree in music. The faculty member must develop a strong teaching record that contributes to the College’s innovative General Education, First-Year Seminar, and Community Engagement programs.
  • RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Regular teaching load is 24 credit hours per year.
  • Provide academic and career advising to students within Music.
  • Participate in and contribute to the business of the Music Department.
  • Contribute to the college’s General Education Program, as appropriate.
  • Service to the college, and ongoing professional development and scholarly activity.
  • QUALIFICATIONS:
  • PhD, DME or DMA earned by July 1, 2019, or significant equivalent experience required.
  • Successful undergraduate teaching experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and scholarship
  • Commitment to experiential and applied learning pedagogy
  • Past work in diverse or multicultural environments; strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and ability to work with a diverse groups of students and colleagues
  • Interested candidates should apply electronically and should include in their application a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three professional letters of reference. Cover letter should describe how the position aligns with the candidate's expertise and interests and explain how, as a teacher, scholar, mentor, or community member, the candidate would contribute to Warren Wilson College's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Electronic submission is required. Review of applications will begin on November 1 and will continue until the search concludes.
  • Posted to AMS-L on 11/5.

Western Carolina University: Instructor - Belcher College of Fine and Performing Arts (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 06 June 2019)[]

  • This is a 9-month, fixed term instructor position (with the possibility of renewal) beginning in August 2019 with primary responsibilities in teaching an innovative, interdisciplinary, general education arts course for the Belcher College of Fine and Performing Arts. Course content covers Dance, Film, Music, Theatre, and the Visual Arts from an audience education perspective, with a arts event participation requirement, while focused on achieving specific general education learning objectives. Course is designed to accommodate up to 400 students and will have Graduate Teaching Assistants and tech support assigned.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position: Detailed knowledge of at least one arts discipline represented in the course content (Dance, Film, Music, Theatre, or the Visual Arts) with working familiarity with the other disciplines. Ability to effectively manage a large general education classroom and enthusiastically engage students with the course content. Working knowledge of innovative teaching modalities a plus.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in a fine and performing arts discipline (Dance, Film, Music, Theatre, or the Visual Arts) or a master’s degree with a concentration in one of these disciplines (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline).
  • Preferred Qualifications: A terminal degree with university teaching experience is preferred.
  • Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
  • Open Date: 06/06/2019
  • Open Until Filled: Yes
  • Special Instructions to Applicants: Application must be made online and include current resume/vitae, a letter of interest, unofficial transcripts, and a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information).
  • For more information, please contact George Brown, Dean of Belcher College for Fine & Performing Arts at 828-227-7028.

Part-time / Adjunct Positions[]

American Public University System (Charles Town, WV): Online Part-Time Faculty - Music (Deadline: None listed, posted 15 October 2018)

Ave Maria University (Ave Maria, FL): Adjunct Professor of Music for Fall 2019 (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 01 July 2019)

  • "The candidate will be a dedicated and successful teacher with experience teaching music appreciation, music history, and similar courses at the college level. Master of Music degree or similar is required."

Baton Rouge Community College (Baton Rouge, LA) (Deadline: None listed, posted 08 November 2018)

  • "The Department of Fine Arts and Communication seeks adjunct instructors to teach music courses, particularly Music Appreciation."

Brandeis University (Waltham, MA): Lecturer in Music, 527518 (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 09 July 2018)

  • The Brandeis University Department of Music seeks to hire an instructor to teach a graduate proseminar, musicology topic TBD, in Spring 2019.

Brandeis University (Waltham, MA): Lecturer in Music, 527519 (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 09 July 2018)

  • The Brandeis University Department of Music seeks to hire an instructor to teach a graduate seminar, musicology topic TBD, in Spring 2019.

Brandon University (Brandon, Manitoba): Sessional Instructors, School of Music (Deadline: 13 August 2018)

  • Brandon University is seeking sessional instructors in the School of Music to teach the following courses from January 3, 2019 to April 23, 2019: Music History Survey I, Music History Survey II, Music of the Romantic Period.

Brenau University (Gainesville, GA): Adjunct Faculty: Music (Deadline: None listed, posted 13 June 2019)

  • Job Duties & Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate Music Histor, Hybrid format, Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Minimum Qualifications: Must have at least 18 hours of Music History coursework at the graduate level. Training on Canvas LMS through Brenau University and willingness to teach in a hybrid format. Be willing to teach an applied instrument."

Butler County Community College (Butler, PA): Summer 2019 Adjunct, Introduction to Music (MUSC 101) (Deadline: Review begins immediately, postd 13 May 2019)

  • "Butler County Community College is currently accepting applications for the following part-time positions for the Summer 2019 Semester: Courses: Introduction to Music (MUSC 101); Availability: Tuesday and Thursday; Dates: June 10, 2019 - August 8, 2019"

Caldwell University (Caldwell, NJ): Adjunct Instructor of Music, World Music - The Global Beat (Deadline: None listed, posted 09 August 2018)

  • Caldwell University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach an on-campus undergraduate course, Introduction to music as a world phenomenon, tracing many different cultures and societies through their musical traditions. Will include the study of selected art, folk, and popular music from world cultures through live performances, recordings, video and readings. This course is an undergraduate Fine Arts foundational core course that will run on Thursday evenings 7:00pm to 9:30pm during the Spring Semester 2018 (sic).

Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte, NC): PT Instructor Early Music/Baroque (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 17 June 2019)

  • "The applicant should be skilled in early music performance practices and have experience in teaching and performing the repertory of the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods. The applicant should also be familiar with the instruments of the periods."

Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte, NC): PT Instructor Music Appreciation (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 26 July 2019)

  • "Responsibilities of the current position will focus on teaching Music Appreciation classes at any of CP's seven campus locations on a flexible schedule that could include evening classes."

Central State University: (Wilberforce, OH): Adjunct Instructor - Music (Deadline: 31 October 2019)

  • "The Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Central State University is looking for part time music faculty for the fall of 2019 semester in the following disciplines: Music Education, Voice and Music History. Please apply on the school website. Contact Dr. Kathleen Allen, Chair of the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, for more information. kallen@centralstate.edu."

Central Texas College (Killeen, TX): Adjunct Faculty - Music (General) (Deadline: None listed, posted 19 July 2019)

  • "Currently, instructors are needed for class guitar, individual instruction for guitar, brass, and orchestral strings instruments, ear training/sight singing and music appreciation/literature."

Chicago School of Professional Psychology (Chicago, IL): Music Adjunct Faculty (Online/remote) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 15 July 2019)

Coconino Community College (Flagstaff, AZ): PT Faculty, Music (Deadline: None listed, posted 10 August 2018)

  • Specifically we are looking for an instructor for our MUS 100 Music Appreciation course. We have two open sections--online section and an in person section meeting Tuesday/Thursday 10-11:15.

College of Southern Nevada (Las Vegas, NV): Part-Time Music Instructor (Deadline: None listed, posted 08 July 2019)

  • "Instructor will teach courses in subject matter pertaining to Music Appreciation, History of Rock Music and Intro to Music Theory."

Columbia College-Kings Bay (Kings Bay, GA): Adjunct Instructor – Music Appreciation (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 07 December 2018)

Curry College (Milton, MA): Associate Lecturer (PT) Survey of American Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 23 May 2019)

Dillard University (New Orleans, LA): Music Instructor I (Deadline: None listed, posted 17 May 2019)

  • Duties and Responsibilities: Teach up to 9 hours Music courses such as Music Appreciation, Music in America, Survey of Music Literature, and Ear-training & Sight-singing; manage a civil environment of teaching and learning; and submit midterm and final grades on time.

GateWay Community College (Phoenix, AZ): Adjunct -HUM251-Ideas and Values in Humanities (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 08 January 2019)

Georgia Gwinnett College (Lawrenceville, GA): Music: Part-time Faculty - Spring 2019 (Deadline: None listed, posted 28 September 2018)

Georgian Count University (Lakewood, NJ): Adjunct Lecturer - Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 26 June 2019)

  • "The School of Arts and Sciences at Georgian Court University is seeking adjunct instructors for the Fall 2019 Music of the Americas general education course."

Georgian Court University, (Lakewood, NJ): Adjunct Lecturer - Music History (Online Course Developer) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted July 30, 2019)

Harris-Stowe State University (St. Louis, MO): Adjunct Instructor in Music (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 23 October 2018)

Henry Ford College (Dearborn, MI): Adjunct Faculty – Music (History of Rock and Roll) (Deadline: None listed, posted 13 August 2018)

Husson University (Bangor, ME): Adjunct Instructor, Music Appreciation (History of Rock and Roll, Spring 2019) (Deadline: 01 December 2018, but review begins immediately)

Oakland University (Rochester, MI): Music History (one-semester, visiting part-time) (Deadline: 15 September 2018)

  • "The School of Music, Theatre and Dance at Oakland University announces a one-semester, part-time position to teach undergraduate survey courses covering Romantic music to the present. We seek candidates who are dynamic teachers with research specialties in this time frame. Applicants must be ABD or hold a Ph.D. in musicology. Submit a letter of application, CV with contact information for references, and, if available, supporting teaching materials (e.g. teaching statement, teaching videos) to Dr. Deborah VanderLinde, Chair, Music Department: vanderlinde@oakland.edu. Electronic submission is preferred. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2018. Term of position is Winter 2019 (one semester /January through April)."
  • Posted to AMS-L 8/14/18

Iona College (New Rochelle, NY): Adjunct Professor in Music (Music Appreciation) (Deadline: None listed, posted 15 October 2018)

Indiana Wesleyan University (various locations): Humanities: Music and Art Adjunct Faculty (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 28 February 2019)

Kalamazoo Valley Community College (Kalamazoo, MI): MUS 101 Music Appreciation (Deadline: 16 June 2019)

  • "KVCC is seeking someone to teach Music Appreciation at Comstock High School during the Fall 2019 semester. An evening course of this may also be available at the Texas Township Campus."

Maricopa Community College (Phoenix, AZ): Music: Humanities/History (Adjunct) (Deadline: None listed)

Maryville University (St. Louis, MO): Adjunct Instructor - Music (Online) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 07 May 2019)

  • "The College of Arts and Sciences is accepting applications for an academically/professionally qualified adjunct faculty member to teach online Music courses with an emphasis in:
  • Music Appreciation
  • Jazz: A Unique American Music
  • Rock Music"
  • 5/14 Posting listed as closed, does this mean the position is already filled?
  • Most likely. Either they already got enough qualified applicants in a week, or they had a pre-selected candidate in mind so the job was only open for the minimum amount of time.

McMaster University (Hamilton, ON): Sessional Instructor: MUSIC 2F03 – Music for Film and Television (Deadline: 16 July 2019)

Mid Michigan College (Mt. Pleasant, MI): Adjunct Fine Arts (Music) Faculty (Deadline: 15 November 2018)

Milwaukee Area Technical College (Milwaukee, WI): Instructor, Music Occupations (part-time) (Deadline: 26 May 2019)

  • "Under the supervision of the Associate Dean, School of Media and Creative Arts, to teach courses such as Music Appreciation, World Music, and Popular American genres."

Missional University (North Augusta, SC): 4 remote/online positions (No deadlines listed, posted 09 December 2018

Montgomery College (Rockville, MD): Part-time Faculty Music Instructor (Deadline: 15 January 2019)

National University (Twenty-nine Palms, CA): Part-Time Onsite Adjunct Instructor (Music) (Deadline: None listed, posted 12 December 2018)

  • "National University is looking for a part time adjunct faculty to teach onsite music courses offered by the College of Letters and Sciences at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twenty-nine Palms. MUS 100: Fundamentals of Music; MUS 326: American Music; MUS 327: World Music."

Oakland City University (Oakland City, IN): Adjunct, Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 22 May 2019)

  • "The Department of Music at Oakland City University is searching for applicants who are eager to serve as adjunct instructors teaching music courses on main campus in the Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 semesters. ... We especially encourage qualified individuals with experience teaching music history courses and with a background in brass and stringed instruments to apply."

Ohio Christian University (Circleville, OH): Adjunct Faculty, Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 28 March 2019)

  • "Job Description: Teach the Music History sequence; Teach Teaching Music in Early Childhood, a Teacher Education course; Give applied instrument lessons
  • Required Qualifications: Minimum of a Master’s Degree, 18 graduate hours in music or music education; Experience in elementary and/or secondary music education; A professing Christian who agrees to abide by University standards."

Ohio University Lancaster (Lancaster, OH): Adjunct Instructor in Music (Deadline: 07 August 2019)

  • "The Ohio University Lancaster Campus is seeking a part-time adjunct of Music to teach MUS 1200 and/or MUS 1240 for our Lancaster campus.
  • MUS 1200: Development of listening skills for understanding elements of musical style in historical perspective and significance of music as fine art.
  • MUS 1240: Examines birth, growth, and development of rock music through its acceptance as art form with significant influence on youth culture and resulting social implications."

Olympic College (Bremerton, WA): Music Adjunct Faculty (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 08 April 2019)

  • "Currently recruiting adjunct faculty to teach Music lecture and performance courses--including Popular Music, World Music, and Music Appreciation."
  • Job ad says Fall 2018, but the ad was posted on the Chronicle on April 8, 2019.

Palm Beach State College (Belle Glade, FL): Adjunct Instructor, Music Appreciation (Deadline: None listed, posted 27 June 2019)

Palm Beach State College (Loxahatchee Groves, FL): Adjunct Instructor, Music Appreciation (Deadline: None listed, posted 10 January 2019)

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College (Somerset, PA): Adjunct Faculty (Introduction to Music) (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 18 December 2018)

  • Somerset Spring 2019 Adjunct Openings: MUS 100 65 65 Introduction to Music, MW 9:25-10:40AM

Ramapo College (Mahwah, NJ): Adjunct Professor of Studies in the Arts and Humanities (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 31 July 2019)

  • "The School of Humanities and Global Studies seeks an adjunct professor in the Arts or Humanities to teach one section of Studies in the Arts and Humanities in Fall 2019. Studies in the Arts and Humanities is a writing-intensive interdisciplinary course covering at least two fields in the humanities. The course takes an international perspective. "

Rosemont College (Rosemont, PA): Adjunct Professor: SGPS Music Appreciation (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 28 January 2019)

  • "Rosemont College is seeking to fill an adjunct to teach a music appreciation course designed to introduce the student to a variety of genres of music (Gregorian Chant, Classical, Jazz, Motown, Present Day)."

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College (Salisbury, NC): Faculty - Music (adjunct) (Deadline: None listed, posted 15 April 2019)

  • "Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking part time Music Instructors to teach in-person, lecture-based music courses including Music Appreciation, Introduction to Jazz, and/or History of Rock Music."
  • Re-posted 4/15 (same ad).

Roxbury Community College (Roxbury Crossing, MA): Adjunct Faculty--Music (Deadline: 22 January 2019)

  • "The Division of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invites qualified candidates to apply for an adjunct faculty position in Music starting in Spring 2019. The successful applicant will have a strong record of achievement as an artist. Candidates should have experience teaching a subset of the following courses: Choral Music, Vocal Performance, Music Theory, Introduction to Music, and World Music, among others."

Rutgers University-Newark (Newark, NJ): Part-Time Instructor, Music, Fall 2019 (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 06 August 2019)

  • "The Department of Arts, Culture and Media, School of Arts and Sciences-Newark, Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), is seeking part-time instructors for the Fall 2019 semester to teach introductory music courses."

Rutgers University, Rutgers Arts Online, Mason Gross School of the Arts (New Brunswick, NJ & online): Part-Time Lecturers and Co-Adjuncts (uDeadline: None given but first class is 9/1/2019, posted 07 August 2019)

  • "The Division of Rutgers Arts Online, Mason Gross School of the Arts, Rutgers University invites applications for Part-Time Lecturer (“PTL”) and Co-adjuncts (CoAdj) teaching positions in Visual Arts Online, Dance Online, Music Online, Filmmaking Online, Theater Online and Interdisciplinary Online, to commence during the 2019-2020 academic year (September 1, 2019 for the Fall Semester and February 1, 2020 for the Spring Semester)." See here for their list of online music courses.

Santa Fe College (Gainesville, FL): Adjunct Assistant Professor, Fine Arts/Music (No deadline listed, posted 21 March 2019)

  • "Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant develops, prepares and teaches a variety of coursework consisting of Music Appreciation, American Popular Music, Introduction to World Music, Music Fundamentals and/or Applied lessons in Percussion, Brass, Strings or Woodwinds."

Solano Community College (Fairfield, CA): Music Instructor (PT) (Deadline: None listed, posted 28 May 2019)

  • "SOLANO COMMUNITY COLLEGE invites applications of interested and qualified instructors to teach Music courses, under the direction of the Dean of Liberal Arts. The successful candidate will be expected to teach Music Appreciation, Multicultural Music, and/or Music Theory. S/he may also teach piano, voice, choir, and/or other classes in their field of expertise."

South Piedmont Community College (Polkton, NC): Music Adjunct (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 07 December 2018)

  • "Courses may include: Music Appreciation, Intro to Jazz, American Music, and/or Applied Music."

Stevens Institute of Technology: ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR - HMU 195 – History of Electronic Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 26 June 2019)

St. Mary's College of California (Moraga, CA): Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Performing Arts: Music (PERFA 113) Jazz & Blues in America (Deadline: 05 July 2019)

  • "Saint Mary’s College seeks to hire a per-course adjunct faculty member to co-teach PERFA 113, Jazz and Blues in America, in the traditional undergraduate program in Spring 2020, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:15-2:50 pm. Course Description: An examination of the development of jazz and blues in the United States from 19th-century precursors to the present. Major artists and trends are studied through directed listening and analysis of the cultural context from which they arose."

St. Mary's College of California (Moraga, CA): Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Performing Arts (Deadline: 10 May 2019)

  • "Saint Mary’s College seeks to hire a per-course adjunct faculty member to co-teach PERFA 001-01, Perceiving the Performing Arts, in the traditional undergraduate program in Fall 2019. Requirements: A terminal degree in Music, or equivalent professional experience; demonstrated excellence in teaching music fundamentals or music appreciation at the college level; and academic (or other relevant) preparation for fostering and assessing writing, critical thinking and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will have experience in a culturally diverse classroom setting, the ability to create a student-centered, interactive and collaborative learning environment, and a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education."

Strayer University (Feasterville-Trevose, PA): Adjunct faculty in Humanities (Open until filled, posted 01 October 2018)

  • We are currently in search of a passionate professor for an on-ground undergraduate Humanities class for the upcoming Winter quarter, starting January 2, 2019. Education Requirement: Master’s in Humanities or Master's degree in any Humanities discipline - Art History, History, Literature, Music History, History of Religion, or Philosophy

SUNY Erie Community College (Williamsville, NY): Adjunct Professor - Humanities - Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 17 April 2019)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: MHL 466/666.1 History of Jazz (Spring 2019) (Deadline: None listed, posted 12 July 2018)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: MHL 526.1 Survey of Keyboard Literature: 1850-Present (Spring 2019) (Deadline: None listed, posted 12 July 2018, re-posted 26 October 2018)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: HOM 400 World Music in World Cities (Spring 2019) (Deadline: None listed, posted 29 September 2018)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: HOM 493 Music and Identity (Fall 2019) (Deadline: 02 August 2019)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: HOM 300 - History of Punk Music (Fall 2019) (Deadline: 02 August 2019)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: HOM 300 - Global DJ Cultures (Fall 2019) (Deadline: 02 August 2019)

Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY): Part-Time Faculty: HOM 497 - Music & Politics (Fall 2019) (Deadline: 05 August 2019)

Temple University (Philadelphia, PA): Part-Time Faculty: Introduction to World Music (Fall 2019) (Deadline: 10 June 2019 for priority consideration, open until filled, posted 3 June 2019)

Texas Tech University: (Lubbock, TX): Instructor Guest - Ethnomusicology/Asian Studies (Deadline: None listed, posted 31 July 2019)

  • "The resident scholar(s) will be invited for partial short-term and semester visiting appointments to teach immersive courses and offer a series of workshops in their area of expertise. In addition, they will be invited to participate in scholarly performances and conduct an active program of research, which may include some combination of conference presentation, academic publication, and/or the development of a long-term research project. The successful candidate will begin service in this position duringthe 2019 fall semester."

Tufts University (Medford, MA): Part-time Lecturer: Music of North Africa (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 21 June 2019)

  • "The Department of Music at Tufts University announces a part-time, one-semester position to teach the course Music of North Africa in Fall 2019. Music of North Africa is an undergraduate course that meets Mondays and Wednesdays 10:30-11:45 am. "

Tufts University (Medford, MA): Part-time Lecturer in the History of Western Music (Deadline: Review begins immediately, posted 11 April 2019)

  • "The Department of Music at Tufts University is seeking a part-time lecturer in the field of the history of Western Music for academic year 2019-2020 to teach the following courses: MUS 0003 Introduction to Western Music (Fall 2019) and MUS 00161 Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Music (Spring 2020)."

University of Calgary (Calgary, Alberta): Sessional Instructors, Topics in Music and Popular Culture (Spring & Summer 2019) (Deadline: 02 January 2019)

University of California, Davis (Davis, CA): Part-Time Lecturer, Music 11 - Musics of the World (Fall 2019)  (Deadline: 1 August 2019) 

University of California, Irvine (Irvine, CA): Temporary, Part-Time Lecturers in African American and Creative Music (Deadline: 09 May 2019)

  • "Seeking temporary instructors to teach courses related to African American music, improvised music, and creative music during AY 2019-20. We invite applications from musicians and scholars to teach courses that fall under either or both of the following two categories: 1) undergraduate “music and culture” courses in a lecture-discussion format, including courses aimed at fostering dialogue between Music majors and African American Studies majors (possible courses include Jazz History, Hip Hop, and other topics in African American music, with potential for cross-listing with African American studies); and/or 2) graduate-level seminars, individual instruction and performance-based ensemble courses that focus on improvisation and African American creative music traditions, directed primarily at students in the PhD program in Integrated Composition, Improvisation and Technology (possible courses include graduate seminars in practical or theoretical topics, performance ensembles, and individual composition instruction)."

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA): Adjunct Professor of Musicology (Forensic Musicology) (Deadline: 02 November 2018)

  • "The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music seeks a senior forensic musicologist for a part-time appointment in Musicology. An advanced degree in Musicology (or equivalent) is preferred, master’s degree required, as well as extensive professional experience in testimony in music copyright infringement disputes, including trials and depositions, and in filing reports that are accepted by courts, and have been considered qualified by a federal judge, and national reputation in forensic analysis, commensurate with an appointment as an Adjunct Professor of Musicology, Step VI or higher."

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA): UCLA Musicology 2019-20 Part-Time Lecturer in Music Industry (Deadline: None listed, posted 29 May 2019)

  • "The UCLA Department of Musicology’s Music Industry Minor program invites applications for part-time lecturer positions for Fall, Winter and/or Spring quarters of the 2019-20 academic year. Salaries commensurate with applicant qualifications and experience; percentage of appointment commensurate with number of classes taught. Applicants should have significant experience teaching popular music and the music industry at the university level. Experience in the music industry itself is a plus. Responsibilities will include individual student teaching supervision and assigned undergraduate music industry courses. A Doctorate in Musicology or a related field is required."

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA): Musicology 2019-20 Part-Time Lecturer: Early Music Ensemble Director (Deadline: 15 May 2019)

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA): Ethnomusicology 2019-20 Part-Time Lecturer in World Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 09 August 2019)

  • "The UCLA Department of Ethnomusicology invites applications for a part-time lecturer position in World Music for Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters of the 2019-20 academic year. ... Applicants should have an established regional, national, and/or international reputation as a music educator with expertise and experience in the development of world music curriculum including its meaning and importance to contemporary culture as well as its history and impact. A post-baccalaureate degree is required."

UCLA (Los Angeles, CA): Ethnomusicology 2019-20 Part-Time Lecturer in Near East Music (Deadline: 21 September 2019)

University of California, San Diego (San Diego, CA): Temporary Lecturer - Music (Fall 2019) (Deadline: Review begins 20 May 2019)

  • "The Department especially seeks candidates who demonstrate strong skills in private instruction of multiple instruments and theory in diverse classrooms. The successful candidate will be asked to teach instructions for multiple Persian Traditional instruments (which could include but not be limited to santur, setar, tar, kamancheh, barbat, ney, tombak, and daf). The candidates should also be fluent in the theory and performance practice of Western music to be able to draw on the experience of students in Western music and be able to teach Persian music on Western instruments. "

University of Houston (Houston, TX): Adjunct, Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 29 November 2018)

University of Houston (Houston, TX): Lecturer - Jewish Studies, Liturgy and Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 26 March 2019)

  • "The Department of Modern and Classical Languages invites applications for a part-time lecturer in our Jewish Studies undergraduate program to teach a course on Jewish liturgy and music in the 2019 Fall semester. Ph.D. in Musicology with coursework in music preferred, but applicants with an MA degree, or the equivalent, in musicology or a related field or advanced Ph.D. candidates will also be considered."

University of Illinois at Chicago (Chicago, IL): Lecturer, School of Theatre & Music (Deadline: 26 November 2018)

  • "The School of Theatre & Music at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) seeks applicants with strong teaching skills for part-time and full-time music faculty positions in the areas of percussion, choral studies, or Latin American music, to begin August 2019. Responsibilities include teaching core and/or general education music courses, and collaborating with other faculty in advancing the School’s mission to develop practical knowledge, cultural sensitivity, intellectual resourcefulness, and imaginative daring in emerging artists and scholars."

University of Louisville (Louisville, KY): Part-Time Lecturer: Introduction to Music Study (Deadline: None listed, posted 01 August 2019)

  • "To instruct one course section of MUS 100, Intro to Music Study, a required course for all incoming School of Music freshmen. "

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (Princess Anne, MD): Adjunct Faculty - Fine Arts-Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 19 November 2018)

University of Maryland University College (Online): Music as Cultural Expression, Undergraduate School- Adjunct Faculty (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 18 January 2019)

  • 8/7 does anyone know if they hired an ethnomusicologist for this job? It is hard to tell from their web site.
  • 8/8 Jeremy Baguyos recently joined their music faculty; I don't think his degrees are in ethno.

University of North Texas (Denton, TX): Adjunct Instructor (Deadline: None listed, posted 19 July 2019)

  • "The anticipated need is for Adjunct Instructors whose duties may include, but are not limited to teaching the following courses: Music-Human Imagination for non-majors (Honors Students), Symphonic Literature; Chamber Music Literature; Music History to 1750; Music History 1750-present; Introduction to Music Research."

University of Northern Iowa (Cedar Falls, IA): Adjunct Instructor, Music History (Deadline: 07 January 2019)

  • "The University of Northern Iowa's College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences-School of Music is seeking a temporary faculty member for teaching courses in the undergraduate music history sequence in Spring 2019. Posted 04 January 2019"

University of South Carolina Sumter (Sumter, SC): Adjunct Faculty in Music (Deadline: Open until filled, posted 10 May 2019)

  • "USC Sumter is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Music to begin August 2019 to teach Music 110 (Introduction to Music) in the Richland or Lexington area."

University of Texas at San Antonio (San Antonio, TX): Lecturer I - Adjunct Music Professor (Deadline: 13 September 2019)

University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA): Part-Time Lecturer (Musicology/Ethnomusicology) (Deadline: 12 May 2019)

  • "The McIntire Department of Music invites applications for a one-year (three courses) adjunct faculty position in ethnomusicology, musicology, or closely related field. We are a department committed to studying music from a range of perspectives, and to crossing boundaries among scholarly disciplines. Specialty is open but will ideally fill departmental teaching needs in African performance, European music history, and/or jazz studies. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching. Completed Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred. Master’s degree is required. Appointment is expected to begin in August 2019."

Valencia College (Kissimmee, FL): Part-Time Humanities Professor (Deadline: 30 January 2019)

Valencia College (Orlando, FL): Part-time Faculty, Humanities (West Campus) (Deadline: 03 April 2019)

Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA):Adjunct Instructor of Music - World Music (Deadline: job begins Aug 20, 2019, posted 9 August 2019)

Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA):Adjunct Instructor of Music - Javanese Gamelan Ensemble (Deadline: job begins Aug 20, 2019, posted 9 August 2019)

West Georgia Technical College (LaGrange, GA): Music Adjunct (Deadline: Open until filled)

Western Technical College (LaCrosse, WI): Adjunct Instructor - Music Appreciation (Deadline: 13 May 2019)

York College CUNY (Jamaica, NY): Adjunct Instructor - Introduction to Music, Music Production, Middle Ages to Baroque (Deadline: 17 May 2019)

UPCOMING DEADLINES[]

  • 27 Aug 2018 - Cleveland State University: Visiting Faculty, India Studies Program (Spring 2019)
  • 27 Aug 2018 - Durham University: Lecturer in Music Psychology and Musicology
  • 30 Aug 2018 - Aarhus University: Professor in Musicology
  • 04 Sep 2018 - Wesleyan University: Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology
  • 05 Sep 2018 - Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg: W3-Professorship for Music and Media
  • 15 Sep 2018 - Yale University: Two Tenure-Track Musicology Positions (Open Rank)
  • 24 Sep 2018 - Florida State University: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Ethnomusicology)
  • 28 Sep 2018 - University College Dublin: Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Musicology
  • 28 Sep 2018 - University of Puget Sound: Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology
  • 01 Oct 2018 - Baylor University: Assistant Professor in Musicology
  • 01 Oct 2018 - Central Piedmont Community College: Instructor, Music
  • 01 Oct 2018 - Washington University in St. Louis: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology
  • 02 Oct 2018 - Wake Technical Community College: Instructor, Music
  • 10 Oct 2018 - University of Siegen: University Professorship for Historical Musicology
  • 13 Oct 2017 - Bowling Green State University: Assistant Professor - Musicology 20th-21st Century
  • 15 Oct 2018 - University of California, San Diego: Assistant Professor in Latin American Music
  • 15 Oct 2018 - University of Portland: Assistant Professor, Orchestra and Music History
  • 19 Oct 2018 - Indiana University: Assistant Professor(s) of Music (Musicology)
  • 24 Oct 2018 - University of South Dakota: Director of the National Music Museum
  • 25 Oct 2018 - Christ's College, University of Cambridge: Junior Research Fellowship - Stipendiary
  • 25 Oct 2018 - University of Aberdeen: Lecturer in Music
  • 29 Oct 2018 - Sidney Sussex College, University of Cambridge: Stipendiary and Non-Stipendiary Research Fellowships
  • 31 Oct 2018 - Northeastern University: Assistant Professor - Music Industry
  • 31 Oct 2018 - University of Cologne: Professorship in Musicology with a focus on Media
  • 31 Oct 2018 - University of Jyväskylä: Associate Professor (tenure track), Music Science (Spring 2019)
  • 01 Nov 2018 - Albright College: Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Applied Commercial Music
  • 01 Nov 2018 - Albright College: Assistant Professor of Music - Director of Choral Activities
  • 01 Nov 2018 - Dartmouth College: Assistant Professor of Music
  • 01 Nov 2018 - Penn State Schuylkill: Assistant Teaching Professor Fine Arts
  • 01 Nov 2018 - The School of the Art Institute of Chicago in Illinois: Tenure-track Faculty, Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 01 Nov 2018 - Warren Wilson College: Professor of Music
  • 02 Nov 2018 - University of California, Los Angeles: Leo M. and Elaine Krown Klein Endowed Chair in Performance Studies
  • 02 Nov 2018 - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: Assistant Professor of Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 04 Nov 2018 - Skidmore College: Assistant/Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology
  • 07 Nov 2018 - University of California, Berkeley: Assistant Professor – Music History, Middle Ages to 1750
  • 15 Nov 2018 - Carleton College: Assistant Professor of Music
  • 15 Nov 2018 - Rutgers University-Newark: Assistant Professor (extended deadline)
  • 15 Nov 2018 - Université catholique de Louvain: Academic position in Organology (part-time)
  • 15 Nov 2018 - University of Southern California: Assistant Professor, Musicology (World Music)
  • 15 Nov 2018 - University of Southern California: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice, Choral and Sacred Music
  • 15 Nov 2018 - University of Texas at Arlington: Assistant Professor of Musicology
  • 15 Nov 2018 - University of Florida: Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology
  • 16 Nov 2018 - King's College London: Lecturer in Musicology (begins Spring 2019)
  • 18 Nov 2018 - Georgia Southern University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Irish Studies
  • 18 Nov 2018 - Linnaeus University: Lecturer in Musicology
  • 19 Nov 2018 - Emory University: Assistant Professor of African American Popular Music in Hip Hop/Culture
  • 25 Nov 2018 - Duke University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology
  • 26 Nov 2018 - Ohio State University: The Saul and Sonia Schottenstein Chair in Israel Studies (Open Rank)
  • 26 Nov 2018 - University of Oregon: Assistant Professor of Musicology (19th-Century)
  • 26 Nov 2018 - University of Oregon: Assistant Professor of Musicology (Popular Music)
  • 30 Nov 2018 - University of Saskatchewan: Assistant Professor in Musicology
  • 01 Dec 2018 - Tulane University: Visiting Professor and Greenleaf Scholar-in-Residence
  • 01 Dec 2018 - University of Alabama: Assistant Professor of Musicology (extended deadline)
  • 10 Dec 2018 - New York University: New York University: Assistant Professor, Department of Music, Faculty of Art and Sciences
  • 10 Dec 2018 - University of North Texas: Assistant Professor - Music
  • 15 Dec 2018 - Amherst College: Valentine Visiting Professor (Open Rank)
  • 15 Dec 2018 - California State University, Monterey Bay: Associate Professor of Music (Ethnomusicology)
  • 15 Dec 2018 - Université catholique de Louvain: Academic position in Digital Humanities
  • 17 Dec 2018 - University of Georgia: Assistant Professor of Women's Studies and Musicology or Ethnomusicology
  • 20 Dec 2018 - Texas Christian University: TCU Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellowship
  • 20 Dec 2018 - University of Toronto Scarborough: Assistant Professor - Music and Society
  • 20 Dec 2018 - University of Toronto Scarborough: Associate Professor - Music Creativity and Technology
  • 31 Dec 2018 - University of Toronto: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology
  • 02 Jan 2019 - Rider University: Assistant Professor in Popular Music Studies
  • 02 Jan 2019 - Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi: Assistant Professor, Music (Oboe/Music History)
  • 04 Jan 2019 - The Queen's College, University of Oxford: Junior Research Fellowship in Music
  • 06 Jan 2019 - Lincoln Land Community College: Music Instructor, Fall 2019
  • 06 Jan 2019 - Medici Archive Project: Post-Doctoral Fellowship in History of Music
  • 07 Jan 2019 - Cornish College of the Arts: Assistant Professor of Musicology
  • 07 Jan 2019 - University of Central Oklahoma: Humanities and Philosophy, Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor
  • 09 Jan 2019 - McGill University: Assistant/Associate Professor in Historical Performance Practice and Musicology
  • 10 Jan 2019 - Western Washington University: Assistant Professor Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 14 Jan 2019 - Peabody Institute, Johns Hopkins University: Full-time faculty, Liberal Arts
  • 14 Jan 2019 - Texas A&M University-Commerce: Assistant Professor - Music
  • 15 Jan 2019 - Bard College: Tenure-track Professor of Music History (Open Rank) (extended deadline)
  • 15 Jan 2019 - Boise State University: Assistant Professor of Trumpet/Music History
  • 15 Jan 2019 - Brandon University: Assistant Professor (Musicology)
  • 15 Jan 2019 - Colorado College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music
  • 15 Jan 2019 - Duke University: Lecturing Fellow, Thompson Writing Program
  • 15 Jan 2019 - École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne: 3 postdocs at the Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab
  • 15 Jan 2019 - University of Bayreuth: Research Associate at the Research Institute for Music Theater
  • 15 Jan 2019 - University of California, Los Angeles: Kenny Burrell Chair in Jazz Studies (extended deadline)
  • 15 Jan 2019 - University of Kentucky: Assistant/Associate Professor in African American and Africana Studies (x2)
  • 15 Jan 2019 - University of Rochester: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music History
  • 16 Jan 2019 - Creighton University: Assistant Professor in Music
  • 18 Jan 2019 - Hochschule für Musik und Theater München: Professor W3 for Historical Musicology
  • 18 Jan 2019 - University of Louisville: Assistant/Associate Professor - Musicology
  • 22 Jan 2019 - University of Vienna: University Assistant (post doc)
  • 27 Jan 2019 - University of Groningen: Assistant Professor in Film Studies
  • 31 Jan 2019 - Collin College: Professor, Music (Fall 2019, Frisco Campus)
  • 31 Jan 2019 - Melbourne Conservatorium of Music: Lecturer in Music (Musicology)
  • 31 Jan 2019 - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Lecturer, Music
  • 01 Feb 2019 - College of DuPage: Full Time Faculty - Music
  • 01 Feb 2019 - Grinnell College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (1-year)
  • 01 Feb 2019 - Oberlin College and Conservatory: Faculty in Musicology
  • 01 Feb 2019 - University of Arizona: Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology
  • 01 Feb 2019 - University of California, Davis: Jan and Beta Popper Endowed Professorship in Opera
  • 01 Feb 2019 - University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa: Assistant or Associate Professor (Hawaiian Studies)
  • 11 Feb 2019 - College of the Holy Cross: Two-Year Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship in Ethnomusicology
  • 15 Feb 2019 - MIT: Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship at the MIT Center for Art, Science & Technology
  • 15 Feb 2019 - Purdue University Ft. Wayne: Visiting Instructor in Music History/Musicology
  • 18 Feb 2019 - Frostburg State University: Assistant Professor in Piano/Musicology
  • 22 Feb 2019 - University of Pittsburgh: Dietrich School Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowship: Music
  • 27 Feb 2019 - Brown University: International Postdoctoral Fellowship in Music and Multimedia: African Diasporic Music (extended deadline, revamped ad)
  • 04 Mar 2019 - University of Manchester: Lecturer in Ethnomusicology (Teaching Focused)
  • 14 Mar 2019 - University of Groningen: Assistant Professor in Narrativity and (Inter)mediality in the Arts
  • 15 Mar 2019 - Bennington College: One-Year Faculty Position in Music History/Ethnomusicology
  • 15 Mar 2019 - Los Rios Community College District (Cosumnes River College): Music Assistant Professor
  • 17 Mar 2019 - Oxford Brookes University: Research Fellow, School of Arts (3 Posts)
  • 18 Mar 2019 - Allan Hancock College: Assistant Professor, Music
  • 18 Mar 2019 - University of Redlands: Visiting Assistant Professor
  • 22 Mar 2019 - Utrecht University: Assistant Professor in Musicology (0.8 FTE)
  • 25 Mar 2019 - Wayne Community College: Music Instructor
  • 31 Mar 2019 - University of St. Thomas: 12-month Adjunct Faculty in Music, Dougherty Family College
  • 31 Mar 2019 - York St. John University: Post-doctoral Research Assistant: International Centre for Community Music
  • 01 Apr 2019 - Moberly Area Community College: Music Instructor
  • 01 Apr 2019 - Northeastern University: Visiting Assistant Professor, Music History / Ethnomusicology
  • 01 Apr 2019 - Northeastern University: Visiting Associate/Full Professor, Musicology and/or Ethnomusicology
  • 01 Apr 2019 - Norwegian Academy of Music: Postdoctoral researcher in music history/music education
  • 03 Apr 2019 - University of the Arts Helsinki (Sibelius Academy): Professor of Music Performance Research (begins January 2020)
  • 04 Apr 2019 - University of Amsterdam: Special Professor, Music Theatre and Opera (Pierre Audi Chair)
  • 04 Apr 2019 - University of Cambridge: Teaching Associate (Part Time, Fixed Term)
  • 05 Apr 2019 - Nassau Community College: Full Time Instructor - Music
  • 06 Apr 2019 - Hong Kong Baptist University: Associate Professor in Music - Ethnomusicology
  • 06 Apr 2019 - Hong Kong Baptist University: Associate Professor in Music - Music Theory and Musicology
  • 08 Apr 2019 - University of Virginia: Research Associate and Lecturer in Music (Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship)
  • 10 Apr 2019 - Dublin City University: Assistant Professor in Music
  • 10 Apr 2019 - Washington University in St. Louis: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship - Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 10 Apr 2019 - Yale University: Assistant Professor Adjunct of Music History
  • 12 Apr 2019 - Bridgewater State University: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Music
  • 15 Apr 2019 - King's College London: Lecturer in Ethnomusicology Education
  • 17 Apr 2019 - University of Oxford, St Aldate's and St Catherine’s College: Departmental Lecturer in Historical Musicology
  • 19 Apr 2019 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville: Lecturer, Musicology/Historical Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 26 Apr 2019 - University of Oxford, Merton College: Departmental Lecturer in Historical Musicology
  • 28 Apr 2019 - Big Sandy Community College: Instructor of Music
  • 29 Apr 2019 - Metropolitan State University of Denver: Music Department Lecturer and Campus Manager
  • 30 Apr 2019 - Muskingum University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music
  • 05 May 2019 - Independence Community College: Associate Professor of Music
  • 07 May 2019 - Arizona State University: Instructor of Musicology
  • 07 May 2019 - University of Vienna: Scientific Staff (post doc) at the Department of Musicology
  • 08 May 2019 - Durham University: Teaching Fellow in Historical Musicology (6 months)
  • 08 May 2019 - University of Nottingham: Teaching Associate in Music (part time)
  • 10 May 2019 - Gateway Community College: Instructor, Music
  • 15 May 2019 - University of Central Oklahoma: Humanities, Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track, Lecturer
  • 23 May 2019 - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: Lecturer of Musicology
  • 24 May 2019 - Case Western Reserve University: Visiting Assistant Professor in Musicology
  • 24 May 2019 - University of Nottingham: Assistant or Associate Professor of Music
  • 26 May 2019 - Christopher Newport University: Part-Time Instructor or Lecturer in Music (Music History)
  • 27 May 2019 - Ryerson University: Limited Term Faculty Position in Digital Media, Radio and Music
  • 31 May 2019 - San Jacinto College: Professor, Music - Central Campus
  • 31 May 2019 - University of Nottingham: Assistant Professor in Music (part time)
  • 02 Jun 2019 - Maynooth University: Assistant Lecturer in Music
  • 04 Jun 2019 - Beaufort County Community College: Instructor - Music (9 Month)
  • 06 Jun 2019 - University of Edinburgh: Teaching Fellow in Musical Analysis, History and Philosophy
  • 10 Jun 2019 - Institute of Contemporary Music Performance: Academic Studies in Popular Music (Hourly Paid Lecturers)
  • 13 Jun 2019 - University of Huddersfield: Lecturer in Musicology
  • 15 Jun 2019 - University of Cincinnati: Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology/Ethnomusicology
  • 15 Jun 2019 - University of Houston: Professor of Practice - Music
  • 20 Jun 2019 - Texas A&M University-Kingsville: Lecturer of Music Theory/Music History
  • 21 Jun 2019 - Duquesne University: Full-time Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor/Instructor
  • 25 Jun 2019 - University of Koblenz and Landau: Professor (W2) of Musicology
  • 27 Jun 2019 - University of Bristol: Teaching Associate in Music
  • 30 Jun 2019 - Monash University: Professor of Music
  • 30 Jun 2019 - University of Jyväskylä: Senior Lecturer, Music
  • 08 Jul 2019 - Bowling Green State University: Interim Director, BGSU Salzburg, and Instructor, German
  • 08 Jul 2019 - University of Nottingham: Teaching Associate in Music (fixed term, part time)
  • 12 Jul 2019 - University of Oxford: Postdoctoral Researcher(s), Music and Late Medieval Court European Cultures
  • 15 Jul 2019 - University of Houston: Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology
  • 18 Jul 2019 - Lenoir Community College: Music Instructor (Full-time)
  • 12 Aug 2019 - Winston-Salem State University: Adjunct Faculty, Music (Music History/Strings)
  • 25 Aug 2019 - Maynooth University: Lecturer in Music
  • 04 Sep 2019 - Royal College of Music: Research Associate (AHRC Project: Music, Migration and Mobility)
  • 06 Sep 2019 - University of Sheffield: Teaching Associate in Musicology and Musical Theatre
  • Open until filled - American University of Sharjah: Assistant Professor of Music (Arabic Music Specialist)
  • Open until filled - American University of the Middle East: Instructor - Ethnomusicology
  • Open until filled - Bethel College: Instructor of Piano and Music History
  • Open until filled - Broward College: Assistant Professor, Music
  • Open until filled - College of William and Mary: Visiting Instructor of Music/Ethnomusicology (Spring 2019)
  • Open until filled - Collin College: Professor, Music (Fall 2019, Plano Campus)
  • Open until filled - Cuyahoga Community College: Lecturer, Music (Jazz & Rock)
  • Open until filled - Fei Tian College at Middletown: Full-time Instructor in Music Theory and Music History
  • Open until filled - Hampton University: Assistant Professor of Music
  • Open until filled - Iona College: Assistant Professor, Music Program
  • Open until filled - Liberty University: Assistant Professor of Music & Worship
  • Open until filled - Lincoln University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Music
  • Open until filled - Longy School of Music: Chair, Historical Performance Department (part-time)
  • Open until filled - McGill University: Postdoctoral Researcher in Music Information Retrieval (extended deadline)
  • Open until filled - Monmouth University: Assistant Professor, Musicology
  • Open until filled - Montreat College: Assistant Professor of Music
  • Open until filled - Northern Arizona University: Instructor of Musicology/Music History
  • Open until filled - Purdue University Northwest: Continuing Lecturer - Music
  • Open until filled - Sam Houston State University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Musicology/World Music)
  • Open until filled - Seattle Pacific University: Assistant Professor of Music Education
  • Open until filled - Soochow University: Lecturer (Assistant Professor)/Associate Professor of Musicology
  • Open until filled - Southeastern Community College: Music Instructor and Coordinator
  • Open until filled - Temple College: Music Assistant Professor
  • Open until filled - Texas A&M University at Galveston: Lecturer in Music (Spring 2019)
  • Open until filled - Triton College: Music Faculty
  • Open until filled - University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton: Fine Arts Instructor
  • Open until filled - University of Indianapolis: Assistant Professor of Musicology
  • Open until filled - University of Miami: Full-Time Lecturer in Musicology/Music Theory
  • Open until filled - University of Tampa: Visiting Assistant Professor of Music History & Theory
  • Open until filled - Vassar College: Adjunct Instructor (Music History and/or Music Theory)
  • Open until filled - Wayne State University: Assistant Professor-Music History
  • Open until filled - Western Carolina University: Instructor - Belcher College of Fine and Performing Arts
  • Open until filled - Western Michigan University: Assistant Professor - Ethnomusicology/Musicology

GENERAL DISCUSSION[]

Musicology/Ethnomusicology 2018-19 Wiki Moderator: 5120j (5120janon@gmail.com)

  • A few comments from 5120j:
1. My rule of thumb for deciding which jobs to post is: "COULD an ethno/musicologist fill this post?" Not the more narrow question "WILL an ethno/musicologist fill this post?" So, this means I will post more general "humanities" jobs, and positions (mostly at small schools) looking for someone to teach music history/appreciation but also direct an ensemble/teach applied lessons/etc. (If the most important part of the job seems to be the ensemble directing/applied lessons and music history/appreciation is an add-on, I don't post it.)
2. I post almost the entire text of the job ad (except in the case of part-time/adjunct jobs) so that if any changes are made later, they can be noticed and noted. The ads also usually disappear from the institution's website after the application deadline has passed, so it's helpful to preserve them here. And it's very instructive to see how the winning candidate did and didn't fit the job as it was advertised. I do usually excise the description of the hiring school/department/facilities and the EOE boilerplate, but I leave the rest of it as-is. Removing anything more feels like editorializing on my part.
3. I don't have a current membership to CMS/MVL or SEM so if jobs are posted only in those locations, I won't see them. I don't think we've missed too many in the last few years though, since most jobs are advertised fairly widely.
4. My anon email is 5120janon at gmail, and I welcome comments and questions about the wiki and its moderation this year. I'm not a musicologist of any type and am not (and will not be) on the market myself, but I have a professional interest in the ethno/musicology job market.
5. NEW FOR 2019! I am going to try separating jobs into a couple categories, as other wikis do. Also, I'm going to stop posting the entire text of part-time/adjunct jobs, since this wiki always gets borderline unusable by the spring, since it's so huge.


  • 8/14 question for the moderator: I like the new categories, but what to do if a job potentially fits two categories? For example, the tenure-track job at UC San Diego seems likely to attract candidates from ethnomusicology as well as musicology (or someone who does a little of both). Also, a comment: thanks for all that you do!
  • 8/15 Yes, I concur. I don't want there to be TOO many categories (or the goal of being able to focus quickly on the jobs most relevant to you will be compromised), but tenure-track jobs that are open to both historical musicologists and ethnomusicologists is probably going to be a common enough situation that it does deserve its own category. I'll go ahead and add it and move the UC San Diego job. -5120j
  • I'm just checking in with the Wiki and finding the many categories burdensome and confusing.  If you're in the US, have no intention of moving outside of North America, and are a Perotin or Gamelan scholar, it's probably useful, but it strikes me as overly compartmentalized and US-centric (and it should be "Ireland/UK," btw).  Any consideration of reverting to the old standard after this iteration?  I'm about to post a bunch of positions and am strategizing if I'd like to post them in Ethno or Ethno/Musico -- since Ethno is first on this list that's my lean, but it should really be a both... ah, never mind, UK/Ireland is lower down... and actually, the positions might be EU positions not in "UK/Ireland" after all.  In other words, scrolling and looking for *just the institution name* was elegant and user friendly -- otherwise, it's all control-F anyway.  Thanks for your consideration!  (And, regardless, thanks for your work!).


  • 9/14 General inquiry: for those of us on the market, is it essential to attend AMSMT? Given the cost and timing, it's tempting to forego the trip this year, but I'm worried about missing out on some potentially life-changing prelim. interview or networking opportunity. Thoughts from those with more experience?
    • 9/17 It wasn't for me. I hadn't attended the previous national meeting when I landed my TT job. I'm not saying that you shouldn't, nor can I say definitively to what extent my situation is typical or not. If I had to guess, based upon my experience, I'd say that the AMS national conference component is more crucial to interviews for jobs where you won't be the only musicologist in your department. In positions where you're going to be the only musicologist, it seems less likely that this will be crucial to your chances. Indeed, many of your potential non-musicology colleagues might not know exactly what AMS is, let alone attend its national meeting to network with applicants. (That's not a slight. They have their own societies, in which few of us often participate.) But if you're in doubt, go.   
    • 9/18 Attending SEM was crucial to landing my tenure-track job in ethnomusicology because the department that hired me conducted first round interviews there. In my case, they requested the interview the week before the meeting. I know many departments do this at the big fall conferences, while others do "informational interviews" before applications are due. It's a very unpredictable system. I'd say that if you can afford to go even for just one or two days, it can't hurt your chances. The cost to your personal finances, however, is a different story. This year's meetings are more expensive than normal.
      • Thanks for sharing. I'm curious when schools set up these first round interviews that take place at SEM. Is a week's notice pretty typical? Also, is there any value to attending these "informational interviews"? 
        • I don't think an "informational interview" alone is worth the expense of going to to a fall conference. The cattle call nature of them can feel overwhelming. If you have another reason to go, then they can be interesting because you can get a sense of whether or not you want to apply. They can also give you a good idea of what to put in the application and the priorities of the committee. I have only been invited to a couple of first round interviews at fall conferences, and in both cases, the notice was relatively short (1-2 weeks) and the committee was prepared to do skype interviews for those who couldn't attend.
    • 9/18 Speaking from the other side of the table: our university has done AMS interviews in the past. In no case ever was anyone not considered for the job because they were not at the meeting, or there but could not get a slot. All CVs were carefully considered at home. In many cases, however, that initial contact did help weed out people who didnot move on. Only if someone really stood out as special, did it help their case. More often, that preliminary meeting kept individuals from moving on because in person they may not have seemed like a "good fit," even if their CV might have held up to the next round without the contact.  Of course, every institution is different, and thereby their approach to the matter is different, so as the previous person stated, if you think it will help do it, but you probably should not worry if you choose not to. Remember, though, those preliminary interviews may help your case, but they may also do the opposite. Food for thought.
  • 10/8 Kudos to the Moderator for removing hateful, ignorant posts. There should be, however, a serious discussion about the kinds of positions opening for music studies candidates. The majority of TT jobs posted in the last two years desire some amount of expertise in ethnomusicology, popular music, 20th-21st-century musics, global perspectives, etc. Is this a wave of (much-needed) openings for such experts, or a paradigm shift in the field? What responsiblity do we have to our PhD students, who are choosing their dissertation topics? Should we be teaching to the needs of the job market?
    • 10/17 Good question. From the other side of things, a lot of ethnomusicology jobs (or jobs in the hybrid category above) require teaching WAM along with things like world music--something I'd imagine some ethnomusicologists are not trained to do. I imagine that there's a convergence of musicology and ethnomusicology occurring from both sides, out of a desire to both diversify musicology methods/scope and also bring ethnomusicology in line with the existing needs/focus of departments. It seems like this should encourage grad programs to teach both, or at least help students gain proficiency in both modes of scholarship/teaching. I wonder if this is indeed a paradigm shift or if it's been a common thing to see over the past 10 years or so. And I'd be curious to know whether these hybrid jobs usually go to ethnomusicologists or musicologists. 
  • 11/1 Notably, I believe this is the first year with ZERO institutions doing interviews (even preliminary informational interviews) at AMS. The only two institutions listed are both interviewing for theory jobs as part of the SMT joint meeting: https://www.amsmusicology.org/page/SA_interviews Does this mark the end of the conference interview for musicology/ethnomusicology?
    • 11/4 As a follow up, I'm curious more generally what the ebbs and flows of the job market are, in terms of the activity from search committees. I imagine TT positions and more prestigious institutions post jobs early in the cycle, and the VAPs, lecturer, instructor, and other non-TT positions appear in the spring. What months tend to have the most activity? October and March? I suppose it revolves around when search committees can actually meet to move things forward, so times like winter break are times of relative inactivity. 
  • 11/20 An inquiry about the Dartmouth position, for which many on here and on various social media have noted the number of applicants stated in the rejection email: 322. The ad welcomed theorists as well as musicologists, and dozens of scholars already on the tenure track were surely throwing their names into the hat. However, the number still feels much higher than anything that the Wiki, or the common wisdom of peers and mentors, has thus far suggested, at least for this writer. Does anyone know how it's possible for a single ad to receive this many applicants? Why don't more institutions state the number of applicants? Why is there so much talk of the AMS tracking the market, or of increased transparency in hiring, yet no action on this on anyone's part? Should emerging scholars just give up now, if they'll always be pitted against hundreds of people with more developed CVs? Interested in people's thoughts, especially anyone on here who's been on a committee and has an idea what exactly "the market" is and whether people just out of grad school stand a chance.
    • 11/21 Great thoughts, and I sympathize with your frustration after having experienced many rejections over the course of my career. I can only address the last question with any authority. It really depends on the type of university (e.g., research-intensive vs teaching, etc.), the needs of the department (unusual curriculum? niche need?), and then the candidate's tenurability according to those needs, assuming the position is TT. A lot of fresh graduates are tenurable in 5-7 years at most places if they have a strong publication trajectory in peer-reviewed venues and/or strong teaching chops, depending on the standards. So I wouldn't give up just because you're relatively inexperienced. A solid research plan and dependable teaching are the coins of the realm--period. Communicate those clearly to the committee, and everything else is beyond your control.
    • 11/24 Another voice here.  I've kept an eye on musicology job listings for years, twice collecting statistics.  It's been a few years and collecting the data was always 'iffy' as getting official numbers is sometimes quite a challenge.  For what it is worth, the average number of applicants was 37 per listing, and keep in mind that includes small schools in rural locations.  While the number attracted by Dartmouth seems high, one trend I did note was that schools in the NE corridor attracted far more candidates than schools elsewhere. Working conditions are unionized and salaries and benefits are good, plus one is near so very much.  There is also the likelihood that many of us not actively looking for a position would see the Dartmouth post and consider giving it a try.  These are just thoughts, so take them for the little they are worth.  Also, as many of us will attest, sometimes a position seems perfectly tailored to one's strengths, line by line, yet one is in the first pile of those cut.  Other times, one makes the final 3 even though the initial ad was somewhat different from the candidates area.  Sometimes there is just no telling what the committee was thinking.  I look back, too, at the first committee I chaired, and wonder why we instantly rejected one particular candidate who was well overqualified for the post, with numerous publications and a great teaching record.  We didn't even discuss it, just moved the candidate to the reject pile.  I think looking back we all saw the overqualification and assumed he wouldn't accept what we had to offer or, if he did, wouldn't stay in our area for long.
  • (3/14) Question about realities of entering the job market as an ABD. Hoping for feedback both from those who have been successful job seekers and those who have been on search committees. How many of you obtained a TT position while still an ABD? Also wondering if those who have been on the market as both ABD and with PhD in hand noticed a significant uptick in interviews and/or job offers with degree in hand as opposed to without. To those on search committees, do you give the same consideration to ABD applicants as you do to those with PhD in hand, or is there an immediate narrowing down of applicants based on degree status alone? I realize that I'm asking questions that can be very position-specific so I'm just hoping for some feedback based on your personal experience and knowledge. I threw my hat into the ring this year as an ABD with no luck so far and I'm wondering if I might have had more success with a completed degree.
    • (3/14) IMO you're thinking about this too mechanically. A TT search committee should be asking one question: Is this person likely to be tenurable in the standard time allotted? If the school is research-intensive and you've laid out a plausible five-year research plan as an ABD candidate in your cover letter, the committee would be foolish to throw you out simply for being ABD; they might want assurances from you/your advisor that your degree will be completed before the start date, because if it's not, that cuts into your tenurability (depending on the practice of the school--some places will give you a one-year position as "instructor" or similar before your tenure clock starts). If your degree is in hand but you have a lackluster research plan, you still wouldn't be a good candidate. The same principles would apply at a teaching institution, depending on what the tenure standards are.
    • (3/15) I work at a "teaching institution" and have a somewhat different perspective than the previous poster. Graduate school prepares us well to do research, but most programs offer little in terms of formal teaching preparation. I would have concerns about any ABD candidate applying for a position that comes with a significant teaching load (e.g. 4/4 load). Will the candidate have enough material to draw upon? Does she/he have sustained experience as a teacher of record? For such positions, a couple of years of experience (or even more) beyond the doctorate are certainly helpful, if not necessary. (Demonstrating an aptitude for teaching during the interview is one thing, but candidates usually have a couple of weeks to prepare for that class.) How will they handle twelve hours of new content each week for that first year or two? In short, I'd say it depends much on the type of position you want. I see the average ABD applicant as better prepared jump in to a research-centered position than one that requires a high number of contact hours.
    • (3/15) Original poster logging in to thank both of you for your feedback. I'll keep in mind the advice about the concerns at "teaching institutions" and will frame my cover letter accordingly. I do have sustained experience as the instructor of record and have already taught 4/4 loads while writing my dissertation. This experience has shown me that I do hope to end up at a "teaching institution" but I see now that I have probably not focused enough on my teaching experience in my application materials.
    • (3/15) "Research intensive" poster here. You're welcome, and thanks, too, to the 3/15 "teaching institution" poster for adding that additional insight. Very helpful! I think the common theme is to do your best at each stage to demonstrate you are capable of meeting the position's specific demands. Help the committee envision you in the role.
    • (03/19) Unfortunately, most people on the market will get neither a research nor a teaching intensive full-time/TT position. We know the stats on contingent positions, and while I haven't counted, the vast majority of the posts even on this wiki are surely for contingent rather than TT positions. Until we're ready to organize as faculty-- across all levels-- to demand that universities fullfill their teaching, research, and diversity and inclusion missions by offering all faculty living wages and contracts, the situation is only going to get worse. (It's not for nothing, it should be noted, that as women and people of color have earned PhDs and have pushed forward scholarship that long ignored questions of race, gender, inequity, etc., the pay and stability of faculty jobs in those fields have gone down). The University of Pittsburgh Faculty Union is a great example of the kind of faculty organizing we need do across institutions-- the faculty are not split by rank or position type (http://www.pittfaculty.org/). In the meantime, may we all be able to find stable and living wage jobs after we finally exhaust ourselves out of the job market rat race, and good luck to you OP in your embarking upon this terrible and lonely trail. (x2)
  • 6/12/19 Next year's page:
  • I will create the 2020 jobs page within the next couple weeks (waiting until I have one or two 2020 tenure-track listings to put up), so now is the time for any comments or requested formatting changes. I didn't love trying to sort jobs into categories this year - too many ended up in miscellaneous. But I do think it was an improvement over having everything in one giant alphabetical list as in the past years. Any comments? Do I post too many tangential jobs and maybe the page should be more focused on "pure" musicology and/or ethnomusicology jobs in the USA? Or keep it pretty broad? Do people use the adjunct/part-time job listings? Public comments welcome, or private to 5120janon at gmail.com. P.S. I'd stilll like to find a 2nd person to help with moderating. - 5120j
    • Thanks so much for all the work that you do and for these thoughtful questions. I find navigating the various sections to be somewhat difficult, especially since my applications generally fall in multiple categories. So, I would rather a big list (of TT or full-time jobs) than a bunch of little lists, as well as a section for adjunct or hybrid jobs. When I use the page, I almost always look at what deadlines are coming up soon, then I go track down those listings on the page. Within these categories, sorting these postings by due date, rather than name or type, would be immensely useful, although I'm not sure if others would agree. This would allow me to quickly see what four or five due dates are coming up, without hardly any searching and scrolling.
    • 6/17 Another user here—as someone whose applications *don't* fall in multiple categories, I actually loved the separation between historical and ethno jobs; I'm an early modernist, so not having to sort through ethno jobs to try to find relevant positions was very helpful for me. I've also been following the adjunct/part-time listings for positions close to where I currently live, so I'd vote for keeping them around! I agree with the previous commenter that I also look for due dates first, but I know there can be problems organizing around those (especially with rolling deadlines).
    • 6/17 (2) I would also vote to keep separate. categories for musicology and ethno but would say separate sections for FT jobs (TT and lecturer) is probably overkill. I think including any kind of job that is mostly geared toward a musicologist or ethnomusicologist is fine but the more idiosyncratic listings (someone to teach music history and string methods and composition and...) are probably not of much benefit to most users. In general I think if people really are interested/qualified to work in multiple disciplines, they can check the relevant sections/wikis themselves; designing the wiki to serve the exceptions rather than the rule seems to defeat its purpose. 
    • 7/8 Another user, just chiming in to reinforce what the first two commenters have written about starting with due dates: I generally start at the very bottom of the page, and then search for the institution names with upcoming deadlines using ctrl/command+F. The sorting of listings has seldom mattered to me, though I do appreciate the differentiation between musicology and ethnomusicology jobs in the schools with accepted offers section. I rarely use the adjunct listings, but then again, I live in an area with only a handful of institutions that would need someone like me around. I can imagine people in the largest metro areas would benefit. Here's a question: would it be possible to expand the number of actions listed under recent changes, so people could go just a bit longer without panic-checks of the wiki?
  • 7/8 Thank you (all) for the suggestions. Next year's page is now live. I kept the format mostly the same but moved the upcoming deadlines up higher and made the jobs on the deadlines list clickable so they will immediately take you to the ad in question. To make this work (without hugely long links) I had to take the deadline out of the ad's header, but I don't think it will matter as it's still there, just now in the first line of the ad. "Recently updated" will now show the 10 most recent updates. Opinion was about 50-50 on if the part-time/adjunct jobs are useful, so I'm leaving them for next year. More comments/suggestions are still welcome - it's easier to make formatting changes now, before the page gets full and all unwieldly.

Acronym guide[]

CMS: College Music Society

CHE: Chronicle of Higher Education

HERC: Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

IHE: Inside Higher Ed

MVL: Music Vacancy List (published by the College Music Society). Requires a member login.

AMS-L: American Musicological Society listserv

SAM-L: Society for American Music email list

SEM-L: Society of Ethnomusicology listserv

SEM: Society of Ethnomusicology. Their current job list requires a member login.

TT: Tenure Track

VAP: Visiting Assistant Professor

ABD: All-But-Dissertation

Wiki Counter: (check all that apply)[]

I am a musicologist: 16

I am an ethnomusicologist: 6

I am a little of both: 7

I am a theorist: 5

I am currently in a TT position: 5

I am currently in a VAP/Lecturer position: 5

I am currently a Postdoctoral Fellow and on the market: 1

I am currently adjuncting and on the market: 4

I am a recent PhD and on the market: 9

I am a no-longer-so-recent PhD and on the market: 6

I was denied tenure and am back on the market:

I am a senior tenured scholar looking for a better position:

I am a tenured or tenure-track professor whose position has been cut:

I am working outside of the academy: 4

I am ABD and on the market: 7

I am ABD and no longer on the market:

I am not on the market but am an interested observer: 3

I am a member of a search committee:

I will keep this wiki a positive place for discussion and not post negativity: 22

I will respect the anonymity of the wiki and create a safe atmosphere by not trying to find out who posted what: 21

I am so deeply discouraged professionally: 10

I am unsure of whether to keep trying or cut my losses and find a new career: 10

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