Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor of Music – Theory and History (2022)

Location:
Lexington, VA
Open Date:
Mar 10, 2022
Description:

The Washington and Lee University Department of Music invites applications for a one year, sabbatical replacement Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor of Music position. This teacher-artist will teach courses in the music core curriculum, including Theory III, History I/II, and Post-Tonal Music. The person in this position will also teach various departmental liberal arts survey courses (i.e. Intro to Music, World Music, etc.), depending on candidate qualifications and interests. The total teaching load for the year will be six courses. The appointment begins July 1, 2022.

W&L is ranked in the top twelve liberal arts institutions. The Department of Music offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees as well as a minor in music. Students may also pursue teacher education endorsement in music education. Our department is committed to the development of an inclusive environment and strive to advance diverse perspectives and approaches within the department and its curriculum. In keeping with the University Strategic Plan, we welcome applications from underrepresented minority candidates and members of other communities that are traditionally underrepresented in academia. 

Lexington, Virginia is friendly and vibrant small town located at the southern end of the scenic Shenandoah Valley, with ample offerings to enjoy arts, music, food, and outdoor recreation. More information about Lexington and surrounding area can be found at: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/.

Qualifications:

Applicants should possess a record of teaching excellence at the university level and a commitment to expanding the curriculum methodology beyond the traditional Western music cannon. The department places a premium on good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a part of a team. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Strong candidates should possess a doctorate in music. A master’s degree is required. Experience teaching in a liberal arts context is desirable.

The university requires employees to become fully vaccinated for COVID-19. New employees must provide proof of at least their first shot prior to the first day of employment. Boosters are required. Individuals may seek a medical or a religious exemption to the vaccination requirement.

 

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin April 15, 2022. Candidates should submit:

• a letter of application summarizing current and future scholarship, teaching interests and experience, and demonstrating the ability to work with a diverse student population
• a CV
• contact information for three references
• a sample syllabus for Music History I, II, Theory III, or Post-Tonal Music

All materials should be submitted via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/103881.

For more information, please contact Dr. Shane Lynch, Head of the Department of Music at lynchs@wlu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Washington and Lee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As such, we are interested in candidates who are committed to high standards of scholarship, performance and professionalism and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity in our faculty, staff and student body. Job description requirements are representative, but not all‐inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

Washington and Lee affirms that diverse perspectives and backgrounds enhance our community. We are committed to the recruitment, enrichment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff who embody many experiences, cultures, points of view, interests, and identities. As engaged citizens in a global and diverse society, we seek to advance a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue.