Assistant Professor of Music (Musicology)

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Position Description

The Department of Music at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Music with a specialization in musicology. This position has a start date of August 2025. The successful candidate will teach a 3+2 load that includes core courses in music history at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as specialized courses in the candidate’s primary area of research. The successful candidate is also expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda while establishing a record of creative activity and research productivity through presentations and publications. Service expectations include advising graduate and undergraduate projects, engaging in service within the Department of Music and the University, and participating in professional organizations.

We seek an outstanding teacher and scholar who demonstrates a dedication to undergraduate and graduate teaching, including curricular development, and a commitment to supporting our master’s level programs in musicology, ethnomusicology, and music theory. We welcome applications in any area of specialization and particularly encourage applicants whose work embraces interdisciplinary perspectives. We recognize and are committed to the importance of fostering a welcoming environment for all and strive to promote inclusivity within the Department of Music, our individual fields of study, and the broader community. Our departmental goals are supported by the larger mission and strategic commitment to access and opportunity at the University of Mississippi and in the College of Liberal Arts. We seek a candidate who will help advance these goals.

Position Details

Appointment: (9 Month)

Assignment Type: (Tenure Track)

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position, applicants must hold a Ph.D. in musicology or a related field, or hold ABD status with the expectation of degree completion prior to August 2025.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Online applications should include: 1) curriculum vitae 2) cover letter outlining research interests and teaching philosophy 3) contact information for three references. To be considered for this position, applicants must hold a Ph.D. in musicology or a related field, or hold ABD status with the expectation of degree completion prior to August 2025. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established.

Please direct all inquiries about the position to search committee chair Dr. Thomas Peattie at tpeattie@olemiss.edu.

About Our Programs

The Department of Music is a vibrant community led by a distinguished and enthusiastic faculty dedicated to teaching, research, performance, and community engagement. We offer undergraduate degrees (BA in music, BM in music education or performance) and graduate degrees (MM in choral conducting, collaborative piano, ethnomusicology, music education, performance, music theory, or musicology and a PhD in music education with a possible emphasis in gender studies). We also serve the wider campus community through our academic courses and performing ensembles. Annually, there are on average 120 undergraduates and 60 graduate students in our degree programs, and approximately 2,500 students enrolled in our classes and ensembles. The Department of Music maintains an active presence in the Lafayette/Oxford/University community and across the region. The mission of the Department of Music is to provide the highest quality education at the undergraduate and graduate levels for music majors embarking on careers as teachers, scholars, performers, as well as in a range of other professions. We are also dedicated to teaching non-majors and members of the community about music as an essential part of the human experience.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1 Doctoral Universities, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, a variety of academic fields, and business. Consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” The University of Mississippi is located in the City of Oxford, which is regularly ranked as one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns” in the United States. With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. In part through the implementation of numerous health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, the university has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South,” creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists, and writers continue to find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Oxford has also been featured as a literary, artistic, and culinary destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series.

Background Check Statement

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EEO Statement

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