Lecturer: Music Technology & Industry

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University’s School of Music seeks an innovative lecturer to develop and lead a comprehensive music technology program, situating current and emerging technologies within composition, education, performance, and theory. The candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship and broad expertise across tools in music technology.

This is a full-time, 10-month renewable non-tenure-track appointment starting August 2027.

Qualifications

• A master's degree.
• Fluency with existing and developing music technologies.
• Strong musicianship within their medium.
• Experience teaching or mentoring within the candidate's field.
• Proven activity within the fields of music technology, production, performance, creative work, involvement in the industry, and/or scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in music technology.
• Work collaboratively with all School of Music faculty to integrate music technology learning across the curriculum.
• Collaborate outside of the School of Music, including within the College of Visual and Performing Arts, and the University.
• Support and contribute to all aspects of the School of Music including recruitment and retention of students as well as curriculum and program development.
• Additional duties related to the candidate's expertise may also be assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

Skills

Musicianship

Music technology knowledge

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree

Job description

James Madison University’s School of Music seeks an innovative lecturer to develop and lead a comprehensive music technology program, situating current and emerging technologies within composition, education, performance, and theory. The candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship and broad expertise across tools in music technology.

This is a full-time, 10-month renewable non-tenure-track appointment starting August 2027.