LOCATION
Illinois, USA
INSTITUTION
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
POSITION/RANK
Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor
GENERAL INFO

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Music invites applications for a full time Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Musicianship and Music Theory. This is a non-tenure-track, promotion-eligible position to begin August 16, 2022. Salary and rank commensurate with experience.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in musicianship and music theory; supervise the core musicianship program; and help determine a vision for the School’s theory and musicianship programs, including through the creation of courses, the development of new curricula, and by diversifying the materials and methods of instruction. The successful candidate will also be expected to supervise graduate teaching assistants and engage actively in the daily life of the School through participation in committees, area and departmental meetings, recruitment and student assessment work, and doctoral advisory committees. Success in teaching and recruitment, professional creative activity and/or research, and service will be considered as part of the annual evaluation process.

Employees of the School of Music are also expected to embrace the following core ideals:
> Demonstrate a commitment to student success and well-being through both teaching excellence and broader mentorship.
> Support the University of Illinois’ dedication to being a community of care.
> Demonstrate a commitment to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment, one that reflects the entire State of Illinois.
> Seek out opportunities for collaboration with colleagues both on and off campus, and both within and across disciplines.
> View recruiting and retention as fundamental to the position and to the School’s success.
> Work as a cooperative member of the School’s community and serve as a model of integrity and collegiality.
> Exhibit passion for your work, the School, and the role of music in our society.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: An emerging or established reputation as a pedagogue in musicianship (aural-skills, ear-training) and/or music theory; successful teaching experience at the university level; experience teaching musicianship/music theory courses encompassing a diverse range of musical styles and genres (including works by underrepresented composers); doctoral degree in music or commensurate experience.

Preferred: Experience teaching music theory pedagogy courses at the university level; additional qualifications that potentially intersect with other disciplines within the School and/or the University (e.g., performance, composition, technology); an interest in exploring public engagement opportunities.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested candidates should submit an online application at https://jobs.illinois.edu. Application materials should include:
> Letter of Interest
> Curriculum Vitae
> Diversity and inclusion statement, including relevant experience
> Names and contact information of three references.

Screening of candidate applications will begin October 25, 2021 and will continue through November 29, 2021.

See original job posting and apply online at: https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=155387&job=fine-applied-arts-asst-or-assoc-teaching-prof-school-of-music-composition-theory-155387

PREFERRED APPLICATION DEADLINE
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
No
CONTACT FOR INQUIRIES

Direct any questions to Gina Moton, Human Resource Coordinator at moton@illinois.edu.

SMT Jacksonville 2024

The Society for Music Theory celebrates its forty-seventh Annual Meeting at the Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel in Jacksonville, Florida, November 7–10, 2024.

ABOUT JACKSONVILLE

Visit Jacksonville built a microsite for our attendees to use. Visit the site to learn more about Jacksonville, including where to eat, what to do, and how to get there.

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Information about the conference can be found on the SMT website

Hotel Reservations 

The Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel (225 E Coastline Drive) has reserved a block of rooms for conference attendees. The rates are $169/night for single and double occupancy; $194/night for triple occupancy; $219/night for quadruple occupancy; and $169 for student quadruple occupancy (limited rooms available). Hotel reservations for non-students may be made online.  SMT student members should have received an email with a code to reserve at the student rate; please email Jennifer Diaz at smt@societymusictheory.org if you did not receive the email. 

Using the conference room block at this hotel helps us meet our contractual obligations and keeps you close to all conference activities.

Conference Registration

Conference registration is open and available on our website. The rates are as follows:

Rate Category Early (6/01–9/27/2024) Regular (9/28–11/1/2024)
Student or low-income $70.00 $95.00
Emeritus/Retired $100.00 $135.00
Standard $130.00 $175.00
Student Helpers

We are in need of student volunteers to assist during the conference. Volunteers will receive a registration fee waiver in exchange for 6.5 hours of service. The deadline to apply is September 6

Hotel Accessibility

Every effort will be made to meet the unique requirements of all attendees. For specific needs or questions please contact Jennifer Diaz, Executive Director, at smt@societymusictheory.org.  

Sponsorships

The Society provides several sponsorship opportunities for organizations at our Annual Meeting. 

Exhibits 

The deadline to reserve an exhibit booth is September 6

Program Guide Advertisements 

The final deadline to reserve a program guide ad is September 6