The University of Wisconsin-Madison Mead Witter School of Music invites applications for a full-time tenure-track or tenured faculty position in Music Theory, at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. The School of Music is seeking an innovative researcher and teacher with expertise in music theory, considered in its broadest sense. We are particularly interested in teaching and research that explores recent trends in music theory and interdisciplinary areas of inquiry, including but not limited to new techniques in theory and analysis, sound and media, and global and postcolonial studies.
We encourage applications from dedicated scholar-pedagogues, whose teaching reflects a commitment to accessibility and diversity of methodology and representation in the classroom. We are looking for a colleague whose research and teaching contributes substantially and boldly to one or more of our School of Music strategic priorities: Modern Training, New Musics, Music Education, and Maintaining and Enhancing our Core Strengths. The candidate will be a leader in reimagining and re-envisioning both the undergraduate curriculum (majors and non-majors) and our graduate programs. The person appointed to the position will be encouraged to forge ties with other departments and programs on campus.
Doctorate in Music Theory required within 12 months of the start date. Candidates for the position must be actively engaged in research in music theory, broadly construed. The successful candidate will have or show promise for a strong scholarly record to be appointed to a tenure-track or tenured position at a top public research university and demonstrate evidence of successful college teaching experience. The successful candidate will also demonstrate experience with fostering or the ability to foster an inclusive and equity-centered teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and research environment where all can thrive.
Apply online at "Jobs at UW" under job number 305112. Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 pm on October 6, 2024. This will remain posted until the position is filled.
To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume. References will be requested only of those selected as a finalist. Please note that applicants will be evaluated based upon submitted application materials and therefore should speak to and include evidence of their qualifications. Application materials must clearly demonstrate the applicant's dedication to excellence in student-centered teaching and mentoring. Additionally, materials should showcase the applicant's ability to purposefully plan their teaching practices, evidenced through goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of the application materials must be created by the applicant and may include supporting letters. It cannot be only in the form of letters and testimony by others.
Wendy Johnson
assistantdirector@music.wisc.edu
608-263-4018