Slee Assistant or Associate Professor of Music

Slee Assistant or Associate Professor of Music Position Information Position Title: Slee Assistant or Associate Professor ofMusic Department: Music Posting Link: Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Departmentof Music at the University at Buffalo, The StateUniversity of New York, invites applications for the endowed Slee Chair in Music at the rank of an advanced Assistant or early career AssociateProfessor in music composition with a specialty inelectronic music. This tenure-track position is expected to beginin January 2027 (spring 2027 semester). Qualified candidates hold the Ph.D., D.M.A. or DPhil in musiccomposition or a related field, have four years of post-graduatecollege or university level teaching experience, have a record ofaccomplishment as an active composer in the field of electronic andinstrumental composition, and show evidence of high-profileperformances (in recognized festivals) or commissions. Preferred candidates will additionally possess advanced knowledgeof software tools and equipment related to interactive live digitalsignal processing, spatial audio, recording and electronic musicproduction. Their creative work and teaching would be expected to make use ofthe department's newly equipped 1,500 square foot Intermedia Laband Performance Space which features a 22 speaker Meyer Audio arraypowered by Meyer's latest generation Nadia processor and Space MapGo. They would also work collaboratively with other faculty andstaff to direct the use of the department's four smaller electronicmusic studios. Expectations for the Slee Professor would include supporting themission of the Center for 21st Century Music, which sponsors arange of activities in the field of new music composition,performance and artistic research. In this capacity, it is expectedthat the Slee Professor would work closely with faculty on variousinitiatives in support of the PhD in Composition program. Theseinitiatives involve facilitating visits with guest ensembles andcomposers, talks, workshops and joint seminar presentations. The position involves a 2+2 teaching load comprising a mix ofcomposition studio lessons, graduate and undergraduate seminars andlecture courses in composition and electronic music as well asgeneral education courses in areas of interest to the candidate. Itis anticipated that the Slee Professor would develop newupper-level undergraduate courses to assist in the expansion of theMusic Recording and Production curriculum. All course teachingwould be offered in accordance with the Department's curricularrequirements and the University's General Education courseofferings. The salary range for the position is competitive and includesannual research support. Learn more: Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalocommunity . The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with adisability. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D., DPhil, or D.M.A. in Music Composition or relatedfield. At least four years of post-graduate college or universitylevel teaching experience. A record of accomplishment in the field of electronic andinstrumental composition. Evidence of high-profile performances (in recognized festivals)or commissions. Preferred Qualifications Advanced knowledge of software tools and equipment related tointeractive live digital signal processing, spatial audio,recording and electronic music production. Physical Demands May need to occasionally transport heavy sound equipment includingmixers, speakers, microphones and stands to different spaces withinthe department's two buildings and assist with setup Salary Range Competitive Job Type Full-Time Special Instructions Summary All application materials must be submitted via UB Jobs.Application materials submitted directly to the posting contactwill not be acknowledged and cannot be considered. Please note the following regarding application materials: Cover letter detailing qualifications for the position. The CV must be current Creative Portfolio (URL or PDF) - Links to scores andrecordings representative of recent creative work. Is a background check required for this posting? No Contact Information Contact's Name: Dusti Dean Contact's Pronouns: She/her/hers Contact's Title: Department Administrator Contact's Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Contact's Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Dates Posted: 10/28/2026 Deadline for Applicants: 12/04/2026 Date to be filled: 01/07/2027 #J-18808-Ljbffr