Assistant Professor of Music Theory

Assistant Professor of Music TheoryThe University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Music Theory.Position Details:Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United StatesDivision: School of MusicPosition Type: FacultyEmployment Status: Full TimeGrant Funded: NoPay Grade: Generic GradePosting Close Date: December 1, 2026Special Instructions to ApplicantsRequired Documents: Letter of interest, Curriculum vitae that includes a list of courses taught, Contact information for three referencesSupporting Materials: Additional materials may be requested at a later date. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).Job SummaryThe School of Music at the University of Southern Mississippi is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Music Theory. Area of specialization is open. This nine-month, tenure-track position will begin in August 2027.For full consideration, applications must be submitted by November 16, 2026. Questions may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Joseph E. Jones (View email address on click.appcast.io).Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeaching expectations – Music theory faculty typically teach six courses per year, three per semester, and serve on graduate student committees. The School offers courses ranging from undergraduate theory and ear training to graduate-level seminars.Research expectations – Faculty develop a clear research agenda with a growing record of peer-reviewed conference presentations and publications.Service expectations – Faculty engage in service activities within the School of Music, particularly graduate project advising, and across the university. Faculty are also encouraged to serve or otherwise participate in their professional organizations.Minimum QualificationsPh.D. in music theory by the time of appointment, University teaching experience as instructor of record, Evidence of (or potential for) scholarly achievement in the field of music theoryKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesFamiliarity with (or ability to learn) Canvas, the university's online learning management systems (LMS).Familiarity with (or ability to learn) Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Teams.Familiarity with university-level recruitment and/or retention strategies.Preferred QualificationsExperience mentoring or advising graduate student research, Experience teaching undergraduate music theory and ear training sequences, Experience teaching graduate-level courses