Music Theory, Technology & Composition Assistant Professor

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Music Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music in Composition, Theory & Technology beginning approximately August 12, 2027.

The successful candidate will lead undergraduate theory instruction and contribute to music technology, and may shape electives and collaborations. Cal Poly encourages innovative pedagogy and a teacher-scholar model.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Composition, Music Theory, or Music Technology (Ph.D. or D.M.A.) or international equivalent.
• Demonstrated excellence in music theory pedagogy.
• Evidence of creative and/or scholarly achievement in composition and music technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses across the Music Theory and Musicianship sequence (undergrad).
• Teach across the Music Technology and Composition sequence in your expertise.
• Advise and mentor student composers and producers on senior projects.
• Maintain a program of creative activity and scholarly engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum development with emphasis on inclusivity and student engagement.
• Participate in service at department, college, and university levels.

Skills

Undergraduate music theory instruction

Creative work in composition and music

Education

Ph.D. or D.M.A. in Composition, Music Theory, or Music Technology

Job description

The Music Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music in Composition, Theory & Technology beginning approximately August 12, 2027.

The successful candidate will lead undergraduate theory instruction and contribute to music technology, and may shape electives and collaborations. Cal Poly encourages innovative pedagogy and a teacher-scholar model.