Assistant Professor, Musicology

The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of Musicology to begin in August 2027. The Musicology program is a highly collaborative, multidimensional unit of the School’s Academic Studies Division offering Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music history. This will include electives and graduate courses on a broad range of topics.
• Direct or supervise theses and dissertations for Ph.D. and D.M.A. students.
• Pursue scholarly research resulting in regional, national, and international visibility in publications, presentations, and other peer-reviewed outputs.
• Engage in School of Music, College, University and professional service.
• Ph.D. degree in Musicology to be completed by August of 2027
• A rich understanding of one or more subfields beyond the primary area of expertise
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly research leading to peer-reviewed publications and presentations at the national/international level
• The accomplishments of candidates for this position must reflect their commitment to working with an inclusive student population, and their ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the collective mission, vision and operating standards of the School of Music.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful record of collegiate teaching experience
• Documented record of scholarly achievement, including publications, presentations, or creative output;
• Research interests that complement those of current area faculty.

Application:

• Candidates should go to: http://workforum.memphis.edu to submit an application. Items required at the time of application include the following:
• Letter of application indicating evidence or promise of distinguished scholarship, teaching, and service;
• Curriculum vitae
• A one- to three-page statement of teaching philosophy;
• An article or chapter-length sample of written work;
• Complete contact information (address, phone and email) for three professional references.
• Preferences will be given to candidates who apply by November 15th, 2026. Review of applications may continue until an appropriate pool of finalists is identified.

For further information, contact:

Dr. Jeremy Orosz Chair, Musicology Search Committee Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music The University of Memphis jorosz@memphis WorkforUM

The University of Memphis is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University serves a population of nearly 20,000 students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. The University offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 230 areas of study, master’s degrees in more than 50 subjects and doctoral degrees in 26 disciplines; supported an institutional record of more than $100 million in research awards for FY24; and has an operating budget of close to $500 million.