Visiting Assistant Professor

Society of Music Theory; Texas; On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

Stephen F. Austin State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The nine-month, full-time position offers a salary of $55,000 and health benefits. The successful candidate will teach four classes per long term (fall and spring), primarily in core theory and aural skills, with the possibility of an upper-level course (advanced undergraduate or master’s level).

Qualifications

• PhD in music theory or related field completed by August 2026.
• Two or more years of collegiate teaching experience (including graduate-level teaching).

Responsibilities

• Teach four classes per long term (fall and spring), primarily in core theory and aural skills.
• Possibility of teaching an upper-level course (advanced undergraduate or master’s level).
• Contribute to student advising and service within the School of Music.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Education

PhD in music theory or related field

Job description

The School of Music at Stephen F. Austin State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory for the 2026-2027 academic year. This nine‑month, full‑time position offers a salary of $55,000 and health benefits. The successful candidate will teach four classes per long term (fall and spring), primarily in core theory and aural skills, with the possibility of an upper‑level course (advanced undergraduate or master’s level).

Qualifications

• A PhD in music theory or a related field completed by August 2026.
• Two or more years of collegiate teaching experience (including graduate‑level teaching).

Application Instructions

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Contact information (email and phone number) for three professional references familiar with your teaching and scholarship.

Located in the city of Nacogdoches, Stephen F. Austin State University is a public regional university nestled among the pine trees of East Texas. Music majors make up roughly 400 of the university’s 10,000 students. Serving undergraduates and master’s students, the School of Music offers degree programs in music education, composition, conducting, performance, sound recording technology, and music theory.