Instructor of Music (Graduate Music History)

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 3,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Ball State University in Muncie invites an adjunct to teach a graduate music history course for Spring 2027. The class will meet once weekly on campus for three hours, with a possible live Zoom option, and enrollment limited to 15 students.

Candidates must hold a doctorate in music history or musicology and be eligible to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. A background check and education verification are required; review begins 10/1/2026.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in music history/musicology required.
• Background check and education verification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach a graduate music history course for Spring 2027.
• Course meets once per week for three hours on campus; Zoom may be available.
• Instructor will propose a topic and manage class enrollment (<= 15).

Education

Doctorate in Music History/Musicology

Job description

Position Title:

Instructor of Music (Graduate Music History)

Compensation:

$3,000-$9,000

Department:

School of Music - Temp

Start Date:

01/11/2027

About this opportunity:

Ball State is seeking to hire one adjunct to teach a graduate music history course in the Spring 2027 semester . Qualifying candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Description:

Ball State is seeking to hire one adjunct to teach a graduate music history course in the Spring 2027 semester . This course will meet one time per week on campus for 3 hours, likely during the early evening, or during the day. However, a live zoom might be possible. The instructor will propose a topic. The enrollment in the course will not exceed 15.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate in music history/musicology

Review of applications will start: 10/1/2026

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Required Documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three references should be provided