Assistant / Asociate Professor of Music, Music Education

Salary : $68,250.00 - $80,063.00 Annually Location : NormalJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202300695Department: Visual, Performing & Communication ArtsOpening Date: 10/30/2025DescriptionSummary:This position is a 9-month, faculty position in the Music Program in the Visual, Performing and Communication Arts Department (VPCA) in the College of Education, Humanities, and Behavioral Sciences (CEHBS). The successful candidate will be expected to work primarily at the PhD and master's levels, as needed at the undergraduate level, and be able to work closely with other programs within the college. In addition, they will work with the Music Coordinator on assessment, curriculum, and help with the acquiring of NASM. This role will contribute to the development of the music program through innovative teaching, research, performance. The rank and tenure-status of position is negotiable based on qualifications.Examples of DutiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for teaching PhD courses of the music education specialization in the Curriculum & Instruction Program,As needed: Responsible for teaching master's and undergraduate level courses in music education within the Teacher Education & Leadership Program, applied instrument, and music appreciation coursesDissertation and research mentoring for the PhD studentsResponsible for student advising, recruiting and participation in program building, and committee work at the department, college, and university level.Be actively involved in scholarly activity/creative works.Perform other duties as assigned.Typical QualificationsMinimum Requirements (including years of experience, certifications, licenses, etc).PhD in Music Education or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment andDemonstrated experience mentoring graduate students for dissertation and thesisMust have a demonstrable commitment to public engagement, and performance record.A record of successful teaching, and commitment to teaching excellence and service at the University level.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting and publishing organized disciplinary research.A record of professional experience and research/creative works in Music EducationSupplemental InformationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Must have strong foundational skills along with expertise in Music Education.Have served on Dissertation and Thesis committees as a chair and or committee memberA minimum 18 credit hours at master's or above in French Horn or another instrument is preferred, but not requiredExperience with NASM accreditation is preferred, but not requiredStrong commitment to innovative teaching, research, and public engagement.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students across the department and university.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.To learn more details, visit our benefits page at01Do you have a record of successful teaching, and commitment to teaching excellence and service at the University level?YesNo02Do you have a PhD in Music Education or a closely related field?YesNo03Do you have demonstrated experience mentoring graduate students for dissertation and thesis?YesNo04Do you have demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting and publishing organized disciplinary research?YesNo05do you have a record of professional experience and research/creative works in Music Education?YesNo