Assistant Research Professor, Music & Health Innovation

Myhhhh; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University—Peabody Institute invites applications for the position of Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Performing Arts and Health. This is a full-time, one-year appointment that can be renewed up to two times, with opportunities for collaboration across divisions and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary research at the intersection of music, dance and health, mentor students, develop new programs, and

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Music/Dance Therapy, Education, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Psychology, Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, or related discipline or equivalent, completed by the time of appointment.
• A strong research record with publications in peer-reviewed journals in one or more of the following areas: performance science; musicians’/dancers’ occupational health; clinical treatment of performing artists; music/dance therapy; adaptive arts; the application of music and dance in healthcare, public health, or community health; and/or arts prescribing.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring graduate students.
• Proven ability to secure research funding through grants or other external sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Evidence of ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research to advance the department’s interdisciplinary research agenda.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present research at academic conferences.
• Contribute to research grant proposals to secure external funding to support research projects.
• Contribute to the development of research culture, infrastructure, and capacity building within a conservatory context.
• Lead and collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams to address emerging questions at the intersection of the arts and health in educational, clinical, and arts practices.
• Supervise and direct research activities of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.
• Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in Performing Arts and Health, including Intro to Research in Performing Arts and Health, Foundations of Health Promotion for Performing Artists, and/or others according to demand and areas of expertise.
• Contribute to the development of course materials, syllabi, and assessments.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging classroom environment that encourages the development of research capacity.
• Supervise graduate student thesis/dissertation projects as appropriate.
• Provide regular feedback and guidance to students, ensuring a positive and health-promoting learning experience.
• Provide mentorship to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and clinicians, fostering their academic and professional development.
• Guide students in their academic and career development at the intersection of music/dance and health.
• Actively participate in departmental seminars, workshops, and other scholarly events to support students’ learning and professional growth.
• Offer support for students applying for research funding, fellowships, and postdoctoral positions.
• Contribute to the academic and administrative activities of the department, including attending departmental meetings and committees.
• Assist in organizing departmental research events including seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Participate in designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating new Performance Clinic and/or Arts in Community Health program pilots, according to areas of expertise.
• Support the department's outreach and communication efforts, including collaborations with external research institutions and industry partners.
• Provide service to the university and professional community, including reviewing papers for journals, serving on grant panels, and participating in professional societies.
• Assist with student recruitment, including promoting the department to prospective students.

Skills

Communication skills

Graduate teaching

Research funding

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Doctoral degree

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University—Peabody Institute invites applications for the position of Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Performing Arts and Health. This is a full-time, one-year appointment that can be renewed up to two times, with opportunities for collaboration across divisions and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary research at the intersection of music, dance and health, mentor students, develop new programs, and