University of North Carolina at Greensboro Hiring for Assistant Professor of Musicology at Greensboro, NC Full Time

Position Number:

1912

Functional Title:

Assistant Professor of Musicology

Position Type:

Tenure Stream

Position Eclass:

FC – Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn

University Information:

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

For more information about UNCG School of Music, visit https://vpa.uncg.edu/music.UNC Greensboro is a minority-serving institution with an undergraduate population of 51% historically underrepresented students and 67% female-identifying students. The College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. UNC Greensboro is an inclusive learning community with a campus-wide culture that embodies access, equity, diversity, excellence, and collaboration. With an enrollment of over 18,000 students, including 3,800 graduate students, and 2,800 faculty and staff, UNC Greensboro is a leader in the UNC system with respect to access and inclusion. UNC Greensboro is in a metropolitan area of more than 1.6 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. UNC Greensboro is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/D/V employer and is strongly committed to achieving equity with respect to faculty hires.

Position Summary:

The School of Music at UNC Greensboro welcomes applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Musicology position beginning August 1, 2024. We seek a versatile teacher/scholar committed with experience of teaching a diverse student body and implementing the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in their pedagogy.

Responsibilities:Teach courses including a globally engaged undergraduate core for music majors; upper-level courses, honors courses, and graduate seminars in areas of expertise; and courses in musicological research and writing. Cultivate an active program of research and publication. Serve on graduate thesis and dissertation committees. Engage actively in the reimagining of the curriculum. Participate in the intellectual life of the School of Music and the University. Provide service to the School, University, and professional organizations.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in musicology, ethnomusicology, or a related field by August 1, 2024, demonstrated success in teaching at the university level, ongoing research activity with strong record of (or potential for) publication, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Applicants should submit all materials electronically. Please provide:
1. Cover letter,
2. Curriculum Vitae,
3. One-page description of research interests,
4. One-page statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and
5. Names and e-mail addresses of three people to be contacted for letters of recommendation.

To apply for this position, please go to https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/ and apply for position # 1912.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in musicology, ethnomusicology, or a related field by August 1, 2024, demonstrated success in teaching at the university level, ongoing research activity with strong record of (or potential for) publication, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in more than one area.

Tenure Status:

Tenure Track

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants should submit all materials electronically. Please provide:
1. Cover letter,
2. Curriculum Vitae,
3. One-page description of research interests,
4. One-page statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and
5. Names and e-mail addresses of three people to be contacted for letters of recommendation.

For further information about the job position, contact Dr. Kailan Rubinoff, Chair, Musicology Search Committee at [email protected].

Recruitment Range:

Commensurate with experience

Org #-Department:

School of Music – 12611

Job Open Date:

10/25/2023

For Best Consideration Date:

11/25/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

9

FLSA:

Exempt

Physical Effort:

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions – F, Reading – F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures – F, Hearing – F, Talking – F, Standing – F, Sitting – F

Work Environment:

Inside – F