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Visiting Assistant Professor - Musicology – Ethnomusicology

University of Houston, Welcome, South Carolina, United States,


Job Description - Visiting Assistant Professor - Musicology – Ethnomusicology (FAC003459)

Visiting Assistant Professor - Musicology – Ethnomusicology - (FAC003459)

OrganizationH0090 Music

Salary: Commensurate with experience

DescriptionThe Moores School of Music at the University of Houston seeks candidates for a one-year, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor in Musicology or Ethnomusicology. Applicants with expertise in the 19th Century or the African diaspora are especially encouraged to apply. Those with expertise in other research areas of musicology or ethnomusicology are also welcome to submit materials.

The teaching load for this position (4:4) will include Music History II (19th Century), Music and Culture (part of the four-semester undergraduate music history sequence), Introduction to Research Methods in Musicology for graduate students, and other undergraduate or graduate electives in music. The successful applicant will be expected to pursue an active program of scholarly research and publication as well as participate on committees and supervise student research. All faculty at the Moores School contribute, through teaching as well as through a combination of research or service, to the McGovern College's objective to foster an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum and to offer interdisciplinary experiences for its students.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three recommenders to provide confidential letters of recommendation. Recommenders will receive instructions independently on submitting letters electronically. Additional materials may be requested later. Candidates should be prepared to submit a teaching video URL upon request.

With nearly 500 students and 100 faculty, the Moores School of Music at the University of Houston seeks to create a community of musical excellence and creativity. The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university.

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications- ABD required. Ph.D. in musicology or ethnomusicology preferred.- Evidence of scholarly potential/achievement and successful teaching experience are essential.

Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal background check.

Required Attachments by Candidate: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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