Assistant Professor of Music Theory - Job at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Greensboro, NC

Assistant Professor of Music Theory

Greensboro, NC

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Position Number	1997
Functional Title	Assistant Professor of Music Theory
Position Type	Tenure Stream
Position Eclass	FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information	, located in the of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher and . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most in the state with , and members representing 90+ nationalities. With , in over , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for , with noted strengths in , and follow UNCG on , , and .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	UNC Greensboro is a minority-serving institution with an undergraduate population of 51% ethnic minority students and 67% female students. The College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. UNC Greensboro is an inclusive learning community with a campus-wide culture that embodies access, equity, diversity, excellence, and collaboration. With an enrollment of more than 18,000 students, including 3,700 graduate students, and 2,800 faculty and staff, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the UNC system. UNC Greensboro is in a metropolitan area of more than 1.6 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. UNC Greensboro is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/D/V employer, is strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity, and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran's status, disability, or age. Moreover, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is committed to recruiting and advancing women and minorities at all faculty and staff levels.
Position Summary	The School of Music at UNC Greensboro invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music Theory position beginning August 1, 2024. We seek a dynamic colleague committed to working with students from diverse musical, social, and cultural backgrounds. The candidate will join the music theory faculty as we embark on a revised and more flexible undergraduate curriculum that embraces stylistic diversity and recognizes music as a global practice. In addition to contributing to and enriching our new undergraduate offerings, the candidate will also teach graduate seminars and advise students in our MM in Music Theory program and two graduate certificate programs in music theory. The position entails cultivating an active program of research and publication in music theory and engaging in service to the school, university, and professional organizations. Review of applications will begin on 12/01/23. Apply for position 1997 through the following link: https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Music Theory (or equivalent doctoral degree) by August 1, 2024. If degree is not received by August 1, 2024, will be appointed as an Instructor. Experience teaching music theory or aural skills at the college level An active research agenda in music theory
Preferred Qualifications	A record of employing inclusive practices in creative activity and research, teaching, and service and/or experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students. Experience teaching both music theory and aural skills Promising research agenda that complements that of current faculty and that includes a secondary research area
Tenure Status	Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants	Cover letter that demonstrates a reflective and evolving pedagogy, addresses experience with promoting student success among diverse populations, and explains how one's research and teaching intersects with current debates in the discipline of music theory Curriculum vitae List of at least three references, including their professional affiliation, relationship to the applicant, and contact information
Recruitment Range	Commensurate with Experience
Org #-Department	School of Music - 12611
Job Open Date	11/09/2023
For Best Consideration Date	12/01/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year	9
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The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has been and will continue to be committed to equality of employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, or age. Men, women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. EOE AA/M/F/D/V

Job Summary

Company

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Hours per Week

1.000

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with Experience

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open