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Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology
Inside Higher Ed, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Overview
Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology. The Department of Music at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks candidates for a Teaching Assistant Professor position in Musicology with expertise in musical theater and popular music. The selected candidate will teach courses on the history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music, along with other courses that align with the candidate’s research interests and departmental mission. Details
Department: Music - 310300 Working Title: Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology Posting Open Date: 10/02/2025 Application Deadline: 11/17/2025 Open Until Filled: No Position Type: Permanent Faculty Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID: FAC0005658 Full-time/Part-time: Full Time Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2026 Be a Tar Heel!: The Department invites applicants for teaching in history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music. Position Summary
This is a full-time, teaching-track (non-tenure-track) position with an initial 3-year appointment and the possibility of renewal and promotion. Teaching load will be three (3 credit-hour) courses per semester or the equivalent. Responsibilities begin on July 1, 2026. Responsibilities
Teach courses on the history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music, along with other courses that align with the candidate’s research interests and our departmental mission. Minimum Education And Experience
The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in a relevant field. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent in Musicology or related field, and at least two years of university-level teaching experience. We welcome applications from candidates whose work aligns with our departmental mission. Special Instructions
Applicants are asked to submit: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for four references. Letters of recommendation are not required at the time of application. The committee may solicit additional materials including letters of recommendation, one writing sample (a complete chapter or article, which may be in draft form), a sample syllabus, and a teaching statement that addresses strategies candidates might use in a public university setting where students reflect the socioeconomic, racial, religious, and other diverse characteristics across the state. Application review will begin on November 17, 2025. This offer of appointment is also contingent on documentation of employment eligibility. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology. The Department of Music at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks candidates for a Teaching Assistant Professor position in Musicology with expertise in musical theater and popular music. The selected candidate will teach courses on the history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music, along with other courses that align with the candidate’s research interests and departmental mission. Details
Department: Music - 310300 Working Title: Teaching Assistant Professor of Musicology Posting Open Date: 10/02/2025 Application Deadline: 11/17/2025 Open Until Filled: No Position Type: Permanent Faculty Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID: FAC0005658 Full-time/Part-time: Full Time Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2026 Be a Tar Heel!: The Department invites applicants for teaching in history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music. Position Summary
This is a full-time, teaching-track (non-tenure-track) position with an initial 3-year appointment and the possibility of renewal and promotion. Teaching load will be three (3 credit-hour) courses per semester or the equivalent. Responsibilities begin on July 1, 2026. Responsibilities
Teach courses on the history and culture of musical theater, rock music, and popular music, along with other courses that align with the candidate’s research interests and our departmental mission. Minimum Education And Experience
The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in a relevant field. Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent in Musicology or related field, and at least two years of university-level teaching experience. We welcome applications from candidates whose work aligns with our departmental mission. Special Instructions
Applicants are asked to submit: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for four references. Letters of recommendation are not required at the time of application. The committee may solicit additional materials including letters of recommendation, one writing sample (a complete chapter or article, which may be in draft form), a sample syllabus, and a teaching statement that addresses strategies candidates might use in a public university setting where students reflect the socioeconomic, racial, religious, and other diverse characteristics across the state. Application review will begin on November 17, 2025. This offer of appointment is also contingent on documentation of employment eligibility. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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