Assistant Professor Position in Music Theory Full Time Job

The Department of Music invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Music Theory, with an expected start date of July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. We seek a scholar of music theory with a deep knowledge of the field and its histories. We especially welcome applications from candidates whose work spans global traditions and/or engages with earlier music. The successful candidate will demonstrate a rich understanding of diverse scholarly subfields in and out of music; a potential for publishing novel research that complements the strengths of the current faculty; the potential to contribute to the Department of Music’s long-standing integrated and interdisciplinary approach; the ability to shape curriculum and pedagogy creatively; and the ability to work effectively with both undergraduate and graduate students.

Required application materials include:

• CV

• Cover letter addressing work as a scholar and teacher

• Research statement

• Writing sample

• The names and contact information of three recommenders who may be asked to provide letters on behalf of the applicant

Salary range: $88,000-110,000; benefits-eligible. Please see the full position posting information and apply at this link by 10:59 PM CT/11:59 PM ET on October 27, 2025: https://apply.interfolio.com/174606. EOE/Vet/Disability