Assistant Professor in Musicology

Job Title:

Assistant Professor in Musicology

Position Number :

932408

Vacancy Open to :

All Candidates

Department :

AAH Theory Composition and Music

Department Homepage :

www.ecu.edu/music

Advertising Department :

MUSIC, SCHOOL OF

Division :

Academic Affairs

Classification Title :

Assistant Professor

Working Title :

Assistant Professor in Musicology

Number of Vacancies :

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :

1.0

Full Time or Part Time :

Full Time

Recruitment Range:

Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Location (City) :

Greenville

Position Type:

Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category :

Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview:

East Carolina University is a public doctoral/research university in Greenville, North Carolina, with an enrollment of nearly 29,000 students. It is the fourth largest university in North Carolina. ECU offers 85 bachelor’s degree programs, 72 master’s degree programs, 19 doctoral degrees, the Brody School of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine.

The School of Music, in the College of Fine Arts and Communication, has an enrollment of over 250 music majors and minors with over 50 faculty and staff. The school is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

Job Duties :

The School of Music seeks to fill a tenure-track, nine-month, full-time faculty position beginning August 2023. Primary responsibilities will be to teach the undergraduate core music history sequence (currently three semesters) that involves a critical writing component, graduate music research and advanced history seminars, survey courses for non-majors, and committee service within the School of Music. Additional responsibilities, based on candidate’s area of interest or expertise, may include early music collegium/historical performance practice.

Candidates from underrepresented groups as well as individuals who have experience in working with diverse student populations are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Education/Experience :

PhD in Musicology required (qualified ABD candidates considered). Applicants must demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching and an established record of engagement in research/creative activity in their discipline.

ABD candidates will be appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to his/her first reappointment.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education :

PhD in Historical Musicology preferred. Expertise in early music performance desirable.

Special Instructions to Applicant :

ECU requires applicants to complete a candidate profile online to be considered for the position at www.jobs.ecu.edu Candidates will be expected to upload the following items:

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume
• List of five references with contact information
• Brief statement of teaching philosophy (500-1000 words)

Proper documentation of identity, employability and official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, 2-3 Letters of Recommendation will be required. An automatic email will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the references section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of Recommendation submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Additional materials may be required after initial screening, including samples of research activity.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date :

11/16/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Initial Screening Begins :

12/16/2022

Rank Level:

Assistant Professor

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/57339

AA/EOE :

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or [email protected].

Eligibility for Employment :

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information :

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected] Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.