Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology (Part Time, Fixed Term)

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham’s Department of Music invites applications for a Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology. You will deliver the undergraduate module Approaches to Popular Music (Levels Two and Three), assess students, supervise ethnomusicology projects, and administer a research symposium.

A commitment to inclusive education and EDI is essential. Applicants should have a PhD in Music, strong ethnomusicology expertise, HE teaching and assessment experience, and a track record of

Qualifications

• PhD qualification or equivalent in Music.
• Advanced and wide-ranging knowledge of ethnomusicology.
• Experience teaching ethnomusicology at HE level and experience of assessment at HE level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching and assessment of the undergraduate module Approaches to Popular Music (Levels Two and Three).
• Supervise undergraduate students researching ethnomusicological topics.
• Administer a research symposium.
• Provide pastoral support to students as a Personal Tutor and promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

Skills

Ethnomusicology knowledge

HE teaching experience

HE assessment experience

Pastoral student support

Education

PhD in Music or equivalent

Job description

Salary

£35,608 to £39,906 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Area

Music

Location

University Park

Salary

£35,608 to £39,906 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Closing Date

Sunday 11 October 2026

Reference

ARTS2409726

The Department of Music at the University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology.

You will have a PhD qualification or equivalent in Music, and an emerging or established career as an ethnomusicologist nationally and/or internationally. You will have an advanced and wide-ranging knowledge of the field of ethnomusicology. You will have previous experience teaching ethnomusicology at HE level and experience of assessment at HE level.

Your primary duties will include delivering the teaching and assessment of the undergraduate module Approaches to Popular Music (Levels Two and Three) and the supervision of undergraduate students researching ethnomusicological topics. In addition, you will serve as the administrator of a research symposium.

You will contribute to an exceptional education for undergraduates in music and make an exceptional contribution to the Department’s teaching profile and culture. You will be keen to pursue opportunities for teaching development, impact, public engagement, and/or interdisciplinary work. You will offer pastoral support to students as a Personal Tutor and be keen on championing and promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives.

We believe in an inclusive working environment for all. We are welcoming, supportive, and caring, and pride ourselves on our positive community. Diversity is vital to our success and fundamental to our values. We are, therefore, particularly keen to receive applications from people who are currently underrepresented as ethnomusicologists, such as those of underrepresented genders (e.g., women, non-binary, trans) and people from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds.

Shortlisting is anonymous: we cannot see any personal data or the ‘Additional Information’ section in your application until shortlisting is completed. Shortlisting is by criteria-based questions based on the person specification, rather than CV or letter.

As a Teaching Associate you will be expected to:

• Deliver innovative teaching.
• Contribute positively and proactively to the Department’s teaching culture.
• Assess Undergraduate students in music.
• Take a proactive role in the pastoral support of students, dealing with sensitive issues.
• Be responsible for administrative duties.
• Organise a research symposium.

This is a fixed-term, part-time (21.75 hours per week) role commencing 1 February 2027 until 30 June 2027.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Further details

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