The Glenn Korff School of Music in the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Music Theory.
TEACHING: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music theory, including the coordination of undergraduate curricula across multiple sections with other instructors. Advise students pursuing the MM in music theory and participate on supervisory committees for master’s and doctoral students in other music fields.
RESEARCH/CREATIVE SCHOLARSHIP: Establish and maintain a program of outstanding scholarly productivity in the field of music theory that contributes to the national/international discussions of the discipline.
SERVICE: Serve on committees (school, college, and university), serve in professional organizations (SMT, CMS, etc.), and work in a collegial fashion with faculty, staff, students, and administration.
OTHER: Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of the Glenn Korff School of Music.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
> Doctoral Degree in Music Theory completed by the first day of employment, i.e., Monday, August 19, 2024.
> Evidence of potential for building a record of scholarship in music theory.
> Expertise or experience in pedagogical or curricular innovation in music theory.
Preferred Qualifications:
> Collegiate teaching experience in music theory.
> Record of scholarship in music theory.
> Evidence of the ability to foster an inclusive and diverse academic environment.
We are seeking a gifted scholar and educator who can enhance the general education and music major course offerings in music theory at the Glenn Korff School of Music. Applicants must have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, and professional and university service. Of particular interest are candidates who can provide leadership in reimagining our theory curricula to reflect a new diversity of degree options and career trajectories in music, including (but not limited to) music technology, music business/entrepreneurship, commercial music, etc.
See original job posting and apply online at: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/88926
Include:
> Letter of interest addressing qualifications specific to this job description.
> Curriculum vitae.
> Names and contact information of five references.
> A one- to two-page statement in which you lay out your vision for a music theory curriculum designed to serve students in both traditional degree plans and in degree options that lead to diverse careers such as music technology, music business/entrepreneurship, commercial music, etc. Attach as “Other Document.”
Review of applications will begin on January 15
Stanley Kleppinger (kleppinger@unl.edu)