The Department of Music at Emory University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Music Theory to begin August 2025. The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher and scholar who is committed to and experienced in mentoring a diverse undergraduate student community. Qualifications for the position include: PhD in music theory by the time of appointment; demonstrated commitment to teaching undergraduates; evidence of significant scholarly contributions to the field; and ability to articulate how the study of music contributes to a liberal arts education.
The successful candidate will teach five courses during the academic year, two in Fall 2025 and three in Spring 2026. Both semesters will include the basic music theory and aural skills sequence designed for music majors, and in one semester the candidate will teach a seminar in the area of their expertise.
Applicants should submit the following materials to Laura Emmery via email (laura.emmery@emory.edu): (1) letter of interest, (2) CV, and (3) contact information for three professional references who are familiar with your teaching and scholarship.
Review of applications will begin on May 16. Questions about the position may be directed to Laura Emmery, chair of the search committee, at laura.emmery@emory.edu.
Emory University is located in Atlanta, a major metropolitan area and cultural center. The Department of Music serves more than 100 music majors across three tracks: performance, composition, and history/theory/culture. The department enjoys close relationships with notable Atlanta arts organizations, including the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.