Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology - School of Music

Davita Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une université de recherche de premier plan cherche un Professeur Assistant Visiteur pour enseigner l'histoire des traditions musicales occidentales. Le candidat idéal doit démontrer une formation académique solide, d'excellentes compétences en communication et un engagement envers l'enseignement de la musique. Vous serez impliqué dans les programmes d'éducation générale et aurez l'opportunité d'enseigner à un niveau d'études supérieures, contribuant ainsi à la riche tradition académique de l'institution.

Benefits

Développement professionnel actif

Subventions de voyage

Qualifications

• Capacité à enseigner l'histoire des traditions musicales occidentales.
• Intérêts individuels dans l'éducation musicale.
• Compétences exemplaires en communication.

Responsibilities

• Enseigner les traditions musicales occidentales 1 et 2.
• Contribuer à la vie culturelle et intellectuelle de l'université.
• Participer aux activités de recrutement et de rétention des étudiants.

Skills

Communication

Collégialité

Dynamisme

Education

Doctorat préféré

Maîtrise ou ABD

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: A full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track, benefits-eligible position. The assignment will include teaching the history of Western Musical Traditions sequence for undergraduate music majors, undergraduate/graduate elective musicology courses, and music courses in general education. Areas of specialty are open but ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate proficiency in a range of topics, historical methods, and theoretical perspectives. The usual teaching load will be three, three-credit classes each semester with an expectation in research and a reasonable contribution in service. Participation in School of Music activities, recruitment and retention of students, and faculty governance is required. Active participation in scholarly organizations in the field is expected.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 18, 2025 (Classes begin August 20, 2025)

THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC (music.wvu.edu) brings together musicians and scholars from across the nation and the world in a vibrant musical community dedicated to fostering excellence, creativity, and innovation in the arts and humanities. It is the flagship music institution in the state, located about an hour's drive from Pittsburgh and about three hours by car from Baltimore or Washington, D.C. Housed in the multi-million-dollar Creative Arts Center, the School of Music comprises over 300 music majors, 33 full-time and several part-time faculty and is the only fully accredited music unit in the state of West Virginia that offers BA, BM, BS, MM, MA, and DMA degree programs in music. Music faculty members can benefit from an active professional development program and travel grants sponsored by the College of Creative Arts & Media. The School of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Music Therapy Program is accredited by the American Music Therapy Association, and the Music Education Program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and the West Virginia Department of Education.

The College of Creative Arts and Media has over 2,000 students. It comprises four professionally accredited and nationally recognized Schools of Art & Design, Media & Communications, Music, and Theatre & Dance. Each School offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees addressing such fields as the creative and performing arts, advertising and communications, arts education and scholarship, design disciplines, journalism, marketing, and public relations, museum studies, the recording industry, theatre technology, and the intersection of art and health.

West Virginia University is classified as a Doctoral/Research University-extensive and is the state's only comprehensive doctoral-granting land grant institution. The university community is committed to student-centered priorities, academic excellence, research, creative activity, and service to the state.

WVU belongs to the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC). Please visit dualcareer.wvu.edu and ohwpawvherc.org for more information and job postings.

Qualifications

The School of Music within the College of Creative Arts and Media at West Virginia University invites applicants to apply for a Visiting Assistant Professor position. The successful candidate must be prepared and qualified to teach History of Western Musical Traditions 1 and 2, music courses in our general education program based on the needs of the School of Music, individual experience and interest, and upper-division musicology courses. Opportunities to teach at the graduate level may be available depending on the successful candidate's qualifications. Although all areas of scholarship are welcome, we are particularly seeking a creative, dynamic teacher interested in Western musical traditions. An earned master's degree or ABD doctoral status is the minimum educational level required for this position, although a Doctorate is preferred. The School of Music seeks a candidate who will demonstrate exemplary communication skills, collegiality, and the ability to contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the University.

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

APPLICATION: Applicants must submit the following:

• Letter of application


• Curriculum vitae


• Five references who may be contacted (including names, mailing addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and relationship to the applicant).


• Additional materials may be requested later.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.