Assistant Professor of Music Theory and Composition Full Time Job

Department Information: https://www.drake.edu/music/.

Job Summary: Primary responsibilities include teaching required courses in the undergraduate theory sequence, particularly advanced tonal and post-tonal theory and composition. Additional responsibilities include overseeing the music theory curriculum, advising senior theses for the B.A. (Music) degree in the areas of theory and/or composition, and teaching specialized seminars or courses currently offered by the department (e.g., orchestration, structure and design, composition lessons) and/or within the candidate’s area of expertise. Secondary areas of specialization may include music technology, pedagogy of theory, and/or music industry and administration.

Faculty are expected to contribute via service at the department, college, and university levels.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with colleagues, and to assume an active role in the advisement and retention of music students. The candidate must demonstrate both commitment to and a record of successful teaching at the University level. The candidate will provide evidence of and an agenda for pursuing scholarly and/or creative achievement at the regional and national level or beyond. This appointment begins in August 2026.

Minimum Qualifications: DMA, Ph.D. or ABD

Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply, complete the online application and attach: (1) a cover letter, (2) CV/Resume, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) a statement about your experience in supporting the success of students from diverse backgrounds, and (5) contact information for three references.

Do not attach additional documents at this time. Supplemental documents may be requested or required of finalists.

All job offers contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.

For questions about the position contact Nicholas Roth at nicholas.roth -at- drake.edu.

Questions about application process, working at Drake, spouse/partner support, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobs -at- drake.edu.