Temporary Lecturer in Music AY 2026-2027

UC San Diego Academic Jobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,977 - 77,561; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Academic Jobs seeks a Temporary Lecturer in Music. This position includes teaching Composition, Music Theory, and Performance, along with class preparation and office hours. Required qualifications include teaching experience in a university setting and ABD for PhD or DMA status in Music, or 5 years relevant experience. Preferred qualifications involve experience teaching large classes. The role is open for applications until April 20, 2027, with salary estimated between $70,977 and $77,561.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of teaching in a university setting.
• Candidates without a PhD or DMA must have 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours.
• Responsibilities may also include additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience in a university setting

Music knowledge

Ability to teach large classes

Education

ABD for PhD or DMA in Music

5 years relevant professional experience

Job description

Position Overview

Temporary Lecturer in Music.

Salary Range

A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $70,977-$77,561. The posted UC academic salary scales determine the minimum pay for this rank.

Application Window

Open date: April 20, 2026.

Next review date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Apr 20, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Department of Music within the School of Arts and Humanities at UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are seeking applicants for temporary lecturer positions in the subjects of Composition, Computer Music, Music Theory and Skills, Music History, and Performance.

Duties include instruction, class preparation, grading, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on published UC pay scales. Appointments may be one or more quarters based on departmental need, and for one, two, or three courses per quarter. Candidates must be physically present and in service for the entire duration of the teaching quarter(s). Subsequent applications will be reviewed periodically as teaching needs arise.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

• Demonstrated track record of teaching classes in a university setting
• ABD for PhD or DMA status in Music or relevant topic; candidates who do not have a PhD or DMA in Music should have at minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience teaching large scale classes in a university setting
• Experience teaching upper-division courses in relevant music courses aligned with our department’s offerings

Application Requirements

Document requirements:

• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Teaching Evaluations – Please provide at least 3 different summaries in the last 3 years compiled together into 1 PDF.

Reference requirements:

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04495

Contact

Help contact: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.