Adjunct Faculty, Music Business (History of the Recording Industry)

Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Music Business (History of the Recording Industry) Position Number 999972 School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description The Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to invite applications for an Instructor in the Department of Music at Hofstra University. The Department of Music welcomes applications from candidates with expertise in the history of the recording industry and music copyright law. Responsibilities Teaching an undergraduate course focused on the history of the recording industry, from the invention of the phonograph to contemporary digital and emerging technologies Introducing students to U.S. copyright law as it applies to musical compositions and sound recordings Addressing topics such as copyright ownership, duration, infringement, reversion rights, and evolving legal frameworks Engaging students in analysis of current music industry issues, including artificial intelligence and recent copyright cases Developing and maintaining course materials, syllabi, and assessments aligned with departmental and university standards Supporting efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required And/or equivalent professional experience working in the music industry, music publishing, and expertise in music copyright Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 04/24/2026 EEO Statement Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary/Salary Range $1,458-$1,585 per credit hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Hofstra University