Assistant Professor - Musicology

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s School of Music invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in musicology and/or ethnomusicology. We welcome candidates whose work advances fine-grained analysis of music within communities of practice and who will teach undergraduate and graduate curricula across musicology, ethnomusicology, and music theory.

Required: Ph.D. by appointment or ABD with expected graduation before Aug 15, 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a comparable and relevant humanistic discipline.
• Earned doctorate by the time of appointment is required.
• ABD candidates with an expected graduation date prior to August 15, 2027, will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate core courses including European art music traditions, African American musical traditions, musical citizenship, and global music histories.
• Graduate courses include disciplinary surveys, methodological training, and specialized seminars.
• Develop and teach curricula within musicology, ethnomusicology, and music theory across undergraduate and graduate levels.

Job description

## Job Title:Assistant Professor - Musicology## Department:Arts and Sciences | Music**Position Overview**The Music Theory and Musicology Area in the School of Music at The Ohio State University is searching for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in musicology and/or ethnomusicology. Areas and topics of specialization are open, but the successful candidate will have a scholarship and teaching profile that complements and expands existing faculty expertise in our Area, which includes faculty members in both musicology and music theory. We are especially interested in candidates whose work advances fine-grained analysis of music and sound within communities of practice.The Music Theory and Musicology Area prides itself on constructive collaboration across the disciplines of musicology, ethnomusicology, and music theory. The successful candidate should evidence interest in and engagement with music studies, broadly defined, in terms of scholarly output, curriculum development, public outreach, and student recruitment. Finally, the candidate will teach within and further develop musicology’s core undergraduate and graduate curricula. Undergraduate core courses include European art music traditions, African American musical traditions, musical citizenship (the intersection of music, politics, and civics globally), and global music histories. Graduate courses include disciplinary surveys (in “musicology” and “ethnomusicology”), methodological training (historical and ethnographic), and specialized seminars.**Performance Objectives**The successful candidate will evidence:* A scholarship and teaching profile that complements and expands existing faculty expertise in musicology and music theory at in the School of Music and related units at Ohio State.* Scholarship that advances fine-grained analysis of music and sound within communities of practice.* A scholarship, teaching, and service profile that demonstrates interest in and engagement with music studies, broadly writ (including musicology, ethnomusicology, and music theory), in terms of scholarly output, curriculum development, public outreach, and student recruitment.* A teaching profile that demonstrates the ability and desire to teach within and further develop the Musicology Area’s core undergraduate and graduate curricula in the School of Music. **Education and Experience Requirements*****Required*****:*** Ph.D. in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a comparable and relevant humanistic discipline.* Earned doctorate by the time of appointment is required.* ABD candidates with an expected graduation date prior to August 15, 2027, will be considered.***Desired*****:*** Scholarship that complements and expands existing expertise in musicology and music theory.* Demonstrated engagement with interdisciplinary music studies.* Experience in curriculum development, public outreach, and student recruitment.**Additional Information**Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.**How to Apply**To be considered, please submit your application via Workday https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-Professor---Musicology\\_R160478-1 For inquiries, please contact Ryan Skinner at [e-mail] **Application closes 11/06/2026.****Application materials must include:*** **Attachment 1: Cover Letter:** 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.* **Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)**: Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.* **Attachment 3: Research Statement:** Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.* **Attachment 4: Teaching Statement:** A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.* **Attachment 5: A writing sample.** **Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be asked to provide three letters of reference at a future date.**## Additional Information:**The College**With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.**Department Information**The School of Music at Ohio State encompasses a wide range of musical practice, research, and study, including music education, performance, composition, commercial and contemporary music, music theory, and musicology. Musicology is housed within a joint area that includes music theory, with scholarship characterized by humanistic studies of musical form, technique, context, and meaning. Student and faculty research in musicology is richly interdisciplinary, combining musical studies with a wide variety of companion fields in the arts and humanities.**The University**Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. Ohio State promotes a culture of work-life balance through institutionalized policies, programs, and resources that help faculty, staff, and their families thrive both professionally and personally.Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.*Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.*## Location:Timashev Family Music Building (1064)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Varying ShiftsThe Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the University becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***