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Institution: University of North Texas Position: Visiting Assistant Professor General Information: The College of Music of the University of North Texas announces a position in Music Theory – Visiting Assistant Professor, one-year position. Start date: August 2017 Qualifications: Ph.D. in Music Theory, or equivalent degree at time of appointment, demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching, and an active research profile. The areas of specialization are open, but particular consideration will be given to candidates with a strong scholarly expertise in one or more of the following areas: 20th-century music, current theoretical approaches, cognitive theory, popular music and/or jazz analysis, theory and new media/technology. Job Description/Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in music theory. This may include: core theory courses, counterpoint, form, theory pedagogy, as well as open-topic seminars on music theory and its related (sub-) disciplines; additional instructional assignments are possible, based on the candidate’s background and experience. Duties may also include: participation on thesis committees for the B.M., MA, PhD and DMA programs, and participation on committees at the level of the division, college and university. Salary Range: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Items to Send: All applications must be submitted online at: http://facultyjobs.unt.edu Please attach or upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Transcripts and additional materials may be requested at a later time. Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. See original job posting at: https://facultyjobs.unt.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=176782 Deadline: June 15, 2017 Contact: Please direct any questions to Frank M. Heidlberger, Chair, Music History, Theory, and Ethnomusicology (heidlberger@unt.edu) Other Information: UNT is a tier-one research university with 12 colleges and schools offering 97 bachelor’s, 82 master’s and 35 doctoral degree programs. Located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, UNT has an enrollment of about 36,000 students. The College of Music of the University of North Texas offers one of the largest comprehensive music programs among American universities. Approximately 1,600 students enroll annually in undergraduate and graduate programs taught by globally acclaimed faculty. For more information, visit the College of Music website at http://music.unt.edu. Besides world-class Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in the performance of jazz and classical music, the College of Music has a comprehensive program of Master’s and PhD degrees in Music, with emphases in Composition, Music Theory, Music History, Ethnomusicology, and Music Education. The College hosts a vibrant, multi-cultural music atmosphere. The One O’Clock Jazz Lab Band has earned numerous Grammy Award nominations and regularly tours the U.S. and festivals overseas. The Willis Music Library is one of the largest in the southwest and includes ample scholarly literature as well as special collections, such as first prints of the operas of Jean Baptiste Lully, and the music libraries of Stan Kenton and Maynard Ferguson. The University of North Texas is an AA/ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its educational programs. Date Listed: 10/24/2017 |