One-Year Visiting Music Theory Professor

Society for Music Theory; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

An academic institution is seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory in Atlanta, starting August 2026. The candidate will teach five courses throughout the academic year, encompassing music theory, aural skills, and a seminar in their expertise. Required qualifications include a PhD in music theory, commitment to undergraduate teaching, and scholarly contributions to the field. This role offers health benefits and aims to support a diverse student community.

Qualifications

• PhD in music theory by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching undergraduates.
• Evidence of significant scholarly contributions to the field.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses during the academic year.
• Include a seminar in the area of expertise.
• Teach basic music theory and aural skills sequence.

Skills

Commitment to teaching undergraduates

Mentoring diverse communities

Significant scholarly contributions

Articulation of music in liberal arts

Education

PhD in music theory

Job description

An academic institution is seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory in Atlanta, starting August 2026. The candidate will teach five courses throughout the academic year, encompassing music theory, aural skills, and a seminar in their expertise. Required qualifications include a PhD in music theory, commitment to undergraduate teaching, and scholarly contributions to the field. This role offers health benefits and aims to support a diverse student community.