We seek a dynamic music scholar to join the Department of Music at Princeton University at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) beginning on September 1, 2027. Applicants from all areas and approaches within music scholarship are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will complement and expand our current programs, and will serve as a committed advisor and mentor.
Princeton is interested in receiving applications from individuals who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the diversity of the curriculum, broadly defined.
We seek faculty members who will create a climate that embraces excellence, with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring that will enhance the work of the department and that will attract and retain a diverse student body.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
PhD in Music or a related field
Preferred qualifications:
Specialty in music studies, broadly defined
Demonstrated interest in and commitment to student mentorship
Innovative research program with the potential of transformative impact in the field
Research specialty that complements and expands Princeton's current program
Research specialty that connects to broader campus-wide areas of emphasis, such as the Princeton Humanities Initiative
This position is subject to the University's background check policy.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be completed by September 30, 2026. Interested candidates should apply online with a cover letter, CV (including a publication list), and contact information for three references. No letters of recommendation are required until a later stage in the process.
Wendy Heller, Chair of the Search Committee, wbheller@princeton.edu