Dynamic Temporary Music Lecturer - Teach & Inspire

Society for Music Theory; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Society for Music Theory is seeking a Temporary Lecturer in Music for AY 2026-2027 at UC San Diego. The role requires teaching, class preparation, and grading, along with maintaining office hours. Candidates should have a PhD or DMA in Music, or at least 5 years of relevant experience. Teaching experience, especially with large classes, is highly preferred. This is a temporary position with flexible quarter appointments, based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of teaching classes in a university setting.
• Experience teaching upper-division courses in relevant music courses.

Responsibilities

• Instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Duties may adjust based on departmental needs.
• Presence required for the entire teaching quarter(s).

Skills

Teaching in a university setting

Experience with large scale classes

Relevant professional experience in music

Education

PhD or DMA in Music

5 years of relevant professional experience

Job description

Society for Music Theory is seeking a Temporary Lecturer in Music for AY 2026-2027 at UC San Diego. The role requires teaching, class preparation, and grading, along with maintaining office hours. Candidates should have a PhD or DMA in Music, or at least 5 years of relevant experience. Teaching experience, especially with large classes, is highly preferred. This is a temporary position with flexible quarter appointments, based on departmental needs.