Musicology/General Music Studies Instructors

csusystem; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance seeks full-time or part-time Music Instructors to teach Musicology/General Music Studies and to coordinate special programs. Applicants are considered year-round with hiring decisions in spring and fall for respective semesters.

The 9-month base salary ranges from $46,000 to $48,000, prorated for part-time work. Strong candidates will hold advanced degrees and university teaching experience, with standard CSU benefits and background

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant music field or equivalent teaching experience.
• Documented college/university teaching experience in music history or general music studies.
• Doctoral degree preferred in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Teach Musicology/General Music Studies as assigned based on department needs.
• Support musical programs and participate in service to the Music program.
• Maintain required office hours and contribute to program administration.

Skills

University teaching experience

Musicology knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Music History/Musicology or Ethnomusicology

Doctoral degree in Music History/Musicology or Ethnomusicology

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Music Instructors to teach Musicology/General Music Studies courses in the music division, and in administrative roles coordinating special programs.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.

Full Consideration Date

December 31, 2026

Brief Work Unit Description

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) at Colorado State University empowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service, we elevate arts education.

Salary Range

$46,000-$48,000 9-month base salary (prorated for part-time work).

Essential Job Duties

• Teaching assignment in Musicology/General Music Studies and/or related topics based on department needs.
• Service to the Music program.
• Office Hours are required.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).

Supervision

Does not have any direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music with a major in Music History/Musicology, or Ethnomusicology; or Master's degree in music with evidence of experience teaching courses in music history and/or general music studies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Doctoral degree in Music with a major in Music History/Musicology, or Ethnomusicology; or Doctoral degree in music with evidence of experience teaching courses in music history and/or general music studies.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.

The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.