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Form of workThe University of the South seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Composition/Music Theory. This is a full-time, one-year appointment (effective July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) and may be extended and/or converted to tenure track.
The teaching load for this position is six courses per year.
The Department of Music seeks an inspiring theorist-composer to complement the strengths of the current faculty. The successful candidate will recognize students’ musical potential and develop that potential both through practical musicianship (ear training, basic keyboard skills) and creative composition. We particularly welcome faculty with knowledge, skills, or diverse life experiences contributing to an inclusive and welcoming environment in our department and the institution. Evidence that the candidate can address the needs of students from underrepresented groups is highly valued. Teaching responsibilities will focus on the core music theory curriculum but may also allow for upper-level instruction in the area(s) relevant to the candidate’s expertise, including but not limited to songwriting, sound design, media composition (film, television, video games), production software, musical theater, and/or composition in the Episcopal/Anglican tradition.
Attributes of a Successful CandidatePhD or DMA with credentialed pedagogy in music theory (ABD considered)
Interested candidates should submit a:
- Cover letter,
- CV,
- Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial accepted),
- Statement of teaching philosophy,
- Evidence of scholarly/creative activity (analytical papers, sample compositions, or recordings, etc.),
- Three letters of reference.
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