Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology (Part-Time, Fixed Term) (ARTS269925)

Karlstad University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK university in Nottingham seeks a part-time Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology to contribute to innovative teaching and assessment for undergraduate music students. Applicants should hold a PhD in Music or a related field, possess advanced knowledge of ethnomusicology, and have teaching experience at higher education level. This role emphasizes a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. The position is fixed-term, offering 9 hours per week.

Qualifications

• PhD qualification or equivalent in Music.
• Emerging or established career as an ethnomusicologist.
• Experience teaching ethnomusicology at HE level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative teaching.
• Contribute to the Department's teaching culture.
• Assess undergraduate students in music.
• Provide pastoral support to students.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of ethnomusicology

Experience teaching at HE level

Experience in assessment at HE level

Education

PhD in Music or related field

Job description

Teaching Associate in Ethnomusicology (Part-Time, Fixed Term) (ARTS269925)

We are a pioneering institution that provides an exceptional research‑led education for 45,000 students from over 150 countries.

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

About the role

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 following undergraduate modules: Music in Asia (Levels Two and Three) and Music in Culture and Society (Level One).

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. You may be assigned administrative duties to support the teaching work of the Department.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

You will have a PhD qualification or equivalent in Music (or a related field); advanced knowledge of ethnomusicology; experience teaching at HE level; experience in assessment at HE level.

Commitment to Diversity

We are welcoming, supportive, and caring, and pride ourselves in a 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

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.

Employment Details

This is a fixed‑term, part‑time (9 hours per week) role commencing 1 January 2026 until 31 January 2027.

Contact

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Lonán Ó Briain, email: [emailprotected]; please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 18 Dec 2025