JOB: University of Memphis, Music Theory (tenure-track)

The University of Memphis invites applications for the following nine-month, tenure-track position in the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music beginning August 18, 2012.

Duties include the leadership of a comprehensive undergraduate music theory program, management of graduate assistants teaching in the theory program, teaching courses in theory, and service on master's and doctoral committees. Other duties may include teaching assignments that meet the needs of the School and are consistent with the strengths of the individual candidate.

A broad knowledge of music theory including aural skills, theory research, ability to administer a comprehensive undergraduate theory program, and a record of successful college-level teaching experience in theory are required. Ancillary areas to complement departmental strengths are desired. A Doctoral degree in music is required.

The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and has a full-time faculty of 45 with approximately 500 music majors. Degree programs include: Bachelor of Music in performance, music history, composition, music education, music business, recording technology, jazz and studio music performance, jazz and studio music composition/arranging; Master of Music in performance, musicology, Orff-Schulwerk, music education, pedagogy, jazz and studio music, composition and conducting; Doctor of Philosophy in musicology and music education; Doctor of Musical Arts in performance, composition, and conducting. A graduate certificate, the Artist Diploma in Music, is also offered. The School of Music is housed in the College of Communication and Fine Arts. http://www.memphis.edu/music

The University of Memphis is a comprehensive metropolitan research university located in Memphis, Tennessee, one of the most musically active communities in the Mid-South. Current enrollment is approximately 23,000 students.

Candidates should go to http://workforum.memphis.edu to submit an application. Additional items required at time of application include a cover letter, curriculum vita and a list of five (5) references with contact information to include address, telephone number and e-mail address. Review of applications will begin February 10, 2012 and may continue until a successful candidate is named. For information regarding this position, contact:


John Baur, Chair Music Theory Search Committee
(901) 678-3762
jbaur at memphis.edu

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