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Volume 9, Number 2, July 2003
Copyright © 2003 Society for Music Theory
POSITION: Music Theory/Composition. One-year interim position beginning August 2003. Rank of Visiting Assistant Professor. National search for permanent tenure-track position will begin in Fall 2003. Applicants for the interim position are encouraged to reapply for the permanent position.
QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate music theory, aural skills, and/or composition. Masters required, Doctorate preferred.
DUTIES: Teach graduate and/or undergraduate music theory, aural skills, and/or composition courses; serve on faculty committees; assist in coordinating the music theory curriculum; and participate in normal faculty service activities.
SCHOOL: The School of Music enrolls approximately 450 majors, about 20% of whom are graduate students. A faculty of 51 offers a full range of degree programs, including the Bachelor of Music (performance, music education, composition, theory), Bachelor of Arts, Master of Music (performance, conducting, theory, music history and literature), Master of Music Education, Doctor of Musical Arts (performance, conducting, composition, piano pedagogy), and the Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Arts (performance, conducting, theory, composition, music education, music history and literature). The Ph.D. in Fine Arts program, embracing an interdisciplinary core of art, philosophy, theater, and music, has merited national attention and commendation for its unique combination of artistic and intellectual breadth with depth of focus in the primary area of emphasis. The School of Music is a member of the new College of Visual and Performing Arts at Texas Tech University. Former students have distinguished themselves in performance, teaching and administrative careers.
UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY: Texas Tech University is a state-supported major research institution with a comprehensive mission and a full complement of on-campus professional schools. With an enrollment of more than 27,000 students, the university is located in Lubbock, Texas, a metropolitan area of over 200,000 people enjoying a favorable climate and low cost of living. In addition to the activities of the School of Music, the cultural life of Lubbock includes the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, the Lubbock Ballet, and KOHM-FM, a university-supported NPR affiliate.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation (or placement file) to:
Nancy Cochran, Director
School of Music
P.O. Box 42033
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas 79409-2033
Review of applications will begin May 31, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled.
Texas Tech University is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples, and has an institution-wide commitment to diversity.
Davidson College invites applications for a one-year replacement position in music to begin August 1, 2003. Responsibilities will include teaching three courses a year and conducting the Davidson College Symphony Orchestra. Terminal degree preferred. Ability to program for talented, non-major, liberal arts students is essential. Possible courses include offerings in European music history, appreciation, ethnomusicology, theory, or U.S. popular music.
The appointment is expected to be at the Visiting Assistant Professor level.
Please mail a letter of application, curriculum vita, a video of a rehearsal and/or concert, and three confidential letters of reference to Raymond Sprague, Chair, Department of Music, Box 7131, Davidson College, Davidson, NC 28035-7131. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Kaplan/Newsweek recently singled out the Music Department at Davidson College in their list of the U.S.'s 12 "hottest schools." Overall, Davidson College is consistently ranked among the top ten liberal arts colleges in the country. The new Sloan Music Center is equipped for high-level music making and classroom teaching. Recent music majors have enjoyed successes competing for fellowships and graduate school admissions. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.davidson.edu/academic/music/music.html
Davidson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY: Applications are invited for an appointment in the Department of Music, at the Instructor level, effective Sept.1, 2003. This position is subject to budgetary approval. Duties will include teaching musicianship at 1st and/or 2nd-year levels, orchestration, foundation-level theory and elementary keyboard skills; choral conducting will become a component of this position. The successful candidate will be expected to liaise with regional schools for the purpose of recruitment and of developing increased standards for university-prepatory training in rudiments and aural skills.
Qualifications: B. Mus. or Master's degree; extensive and successful teaching in the listed subjects; enthusiasm for teaching basic skills; working knowledge of regional school system; and documented professional experience in standard choral literature, including major works with instrumental accompaniment.
Applications must be received by June 20, 2003. Send letter of application and curriculum vitae to Dr. Jennifer Bain, Chair of Instructor Search Committee, Dalhousie University, Dept. of Music, Dalhousie Arts Centre, Halifax, NS B3H 3J5. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly by referees.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.
FACULTY VACANCY: BUTLER UNIVERSITY
POSITION: Music Theory/Musicology. One-year interim position beginning August 2003. Rank of Visiting Instructor, non-tenure track. National search for permanent tenure-track position will begin in Fall 2003. Applicants for the interim position are encouraged to reapply for the permanent position.
QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree in theory, musicology, ethnomusicology, or composition. ABD applicants will also be considered. Teaching experience at the college level required.
DUTIES: Teach undergraduate music theory, aural skills, introduction to world music, and a graduate music research (bibliography) course. Some change of assignment may occur, depending on background or needs.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please send letter of application, curriculum
vitae, and at least three current letters of recommendation (or
placement file) to:
Jeff Gillespie, Search Committee Chair
Department of Music
Jordan College of Fine Arts
Butler University
4600 Sunset Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Review of applications will begin June 20, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the student body and its faculty and staff; therefore, women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS ONE-YEAR TEMPORARY
POSITION
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC (MUSIC THEORY)
The Department of Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a one-year temporary faculty position beginning fall semester 2003 at the rank of Assistant Professor. Masters degree in music required; Doctorate or ABD preferred. Proven ability to effectively teach majors, minors, and non-majors in music, and proven success in the field of theory and/or composition. Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate courses in music theory; general education courses in music; supervision of music technology lab; student advising, including mentoring women and minority students; and service to the department. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation that speak to teaching skills, and appropriate sample syllabi to: Music Theory Search Committee, Department of Performing Arts, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8053. Department Web site: www.american.edu/perf_arts and Human Resources Web site: www.american.edu/hr/hr-fac.html. American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
American University (American Vernacular Music/Jazz Position)
American University
DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS
ONE-YEAR TEMPORARY POSITION
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC: AMERICAN VERNACULAR MUSIC/JAZZ
The Department of Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a one-year temporary faculty position beginning fall semester 2003 at the rank of Assistant Professor. Masters degree in music required; Doctorate or ABD preferred. Proven ability to effectively teach majors, minors, and non-majors in music, and proven success in the field of American Vernacular Music. Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate general education courses in music, appreciation classes (such as Jazz and/or Rock Music), possible teaching in music theory or music history area, possible conducting of Jazz ensemble, student advising, including mentoring women and minority students; and service to the department. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation that speak to teaching skills, and appropriate sample syllabi to: Music Search: American Music/Jazz, Department of Performing Arts, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8053. Department Web site: www.american.edu/perf_arts and Human Resources Web site: www.american.edu/hr/hr-fac.html . American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Tufts University
One-Semester, Part-Time Position in Music Theory,
Spring 2004
The Department of Music at Tufts University announces a one-semester, part-time position in music theory, beginning January 2004. One course to be taught: Principles of Tonal Theory II (the second semester of a three-term series for music majors). We seek a creative scholar with broad interests and evidence of strong teaching abilities. Ph.D or ABD and teaching experience required.
Review of applications begins July 16, 2003, and continues until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter, CV, and two letters of recommendation to Professor Janet Schmalfeldt, Chair, Music Theory Search, Department of Music, Tufts University, 48 Professors Row, Medford, MA 02155.
Tufts University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
(781) 641-3317
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Music and Dance seeks applications for Music Theory Non-Tenure-Track Appointments (2) beginning September 1, 2003.
Position: The Department seeks applications to fill two, full-time positions in Music Theory for the 2003-2004 academic year.
Responsibilities: Core responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in theory and analysis, with the possibility of teaching courses in aural skills and other areas of specialization.
Requirements: A doctorate or ABD in Music Theory and current research activity in the field of Music Theory. Both positions require a record of excellence in college or university teaching. A background in the pedagogy of theory is desirable.
Rank and Salary: Dependent on qualifications.
Application Deadline: Review of applications begins June 27, 2003; the process will remain open until the positions are filled.
Procedure: Applicants should send a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, representative samples of scholarship, evidence of excellence in teaching, and a minimum of three current letters of reference to:
Prof. Gary S. Karpinski
Music Theory Search
Department of Music and Dance
University of Massachusetts
FAC, Rm. 273
Amherst, MA 01003
The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Music Cognition
School of Music, Ohio State University
The School of Music at the Ohio State University is pleased to offer a Post-doctoral Fellowship in Music Cognition/Music Theory. The fellowship provides one year of support for full-time music research. Candidates choose their own program of research, although preference is given to studies in listening, performance, analysis, modeling and cross-cultural phenomena. The fellowship is designed to further a candidate's training and research experience in music cognition and systematic approaches to music theory. The stipend for a twelve-month period is roughly $27,000 plus health benefits. Candidates must have completed a doctoral degree at the time the fellowship begins.
The Fellowship is open to any individual who has been awarded a doctoral degree within the past seven years, and who did not receive an MFA or doctorate from the Ohio State University. Untenured faculty at other institutions are eligible to apply.
The deadline for receipt of applications is July 31st, 2003. The fellowship is to begin no earlier than September 1, 2003 and preferably no later than November 1, 2003.
Applications should include a covering letter and supporting documents. The covering letter should include (1) a description of the candidate's background, training, recent scholarly interests, and career goals, (2) a research plan that specifies the candidate's proposed area of research, and (3) a specified starting date of appointment.
Supporting documents should include a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation from persons not employed by the Ohio State University, and an official transcript showing the awarding of a doctorate (sent by the university conferring the degree). If the doctorate is pending, indicate the anticipated date of completion. N.B. Fellowships cannot be taken up prior to the completion of the doctorate.
Applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. David Huron prior to submitting their applications.
Letters of application and all supporting material must be received by July 31, 2003.
Prof. David Huron
School of Music, 110 Weigel Hall
1866 North College Road
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio 43210-1170
For further information contact Prof. David Huron
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