Tenure-Track Music Theory Professor - Innovative Teaching

Towson University; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition remission

Job summary

Towson University invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month, full-time Assistant Professor of Music Theory in the Department of Music. The primary responsibility is teaching music theory and musicianship, with a student-centered approach and willingness to bring professional experience to the undergraduate curriculum.

Preference for candidates with broad musical practice and traditions. The preferred start date is August 2027.

Qualifications

• PhD in music theory or closely related field.
• ABD candidates considered but must complete before appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching theory and musicianship; scholarly agenda; service potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach music theory and musicianship to undergraduates.
• Support departmental and college administration as needed.

Skills

Music theory teaching

Musicianship instruction

Education

Doctorate in Music Theory

Job description

Towson University invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month, full-time Assistant Professor of Music Theory in the Department of Music. The primary responsibility is teaching music theory and musicianship, with a student-centered approach and willingness to bring professional experience to the undergraduate curriculum.

Preference for candidates with broad musical practice and traditions. The preferred start date is August 2027.