Part-Time Academic (MUSC 4367/5367.03 Topics in Musicology II) - Winter 2026

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Halifax is seeking a part-time academic to teach and grade one section of MUSC 4367/5367.03 Topics in Musicology II. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Musicology and have university teaching experience along with effective teaching evaluations. This position will begin on January 1, 2026, and will involve collaboration with department staff. The university values diversity and encourages applications from equity-deserving groups.

Qualifications

• Completed PhD in Musicology required.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness through formal course evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Teach and grade one section of MUSC 4367/5367.03.
• Coordinate curriculum requirements with teaching staff.

Skills

Teaching experience at the university level

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Education

PhD in Musicology

Job description

Part-Time Academic (MUSC 4367/5367.03 Topics in Musicology II) - Winter 2026

Position Title Part-Time Academic (MUSC 4367/5367.03 Topics in Musicology II) - Winter 2026

Department/Unit: Fountain School of Performing Arts

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

This Part‑Time Academic will be fully responsible for the teaching and grading of one section of MUSC 4367/5367.03 Topics in Musicology II (Early Ballet, Dance, and Gesture, 1600-1800), from January 1 to April 30, 2026.

The candidate will work closely with teaching staff in the musicology area to coordinate curriculum requirements. The instructor is required to provide a Method of Assessment. This position reports to the Director of the Fountain School of Performing Arts.

Qualifications / Requirements of Position

A completed PhD in Musicology is required; as well as teaching experience at the university level and evidence of teaching effectiveness (formal course evaluations). Please apply online, with a copy of your curriculum vitae and a cover letter.

Salary Range / Pay Rate

Salary Range / Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

All offers of employment as a Part‑Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self‑identify as members of one or more of the equity‑deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity‑deserving groups, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .