"Instructor of Music in Theory/Composition"

Position Summary

The Department of Music invites applicants for the position of Instructor of Music in Theory/Composition. This is a 9-month appointment beginning August 16, 2026. A-State seeks an educator who will join the Department of Music, recognized throughout the region for artistic excellence and student success.

The Instructor of Music in Theory/Composition is expected to be an excellent music educator in theory and composition for undergraduate and graduate level music students

Duties & Responsibilities

The Instructor of Music in Theory/Composition will teach music theory-related courses including:

1. Undergraduate/Graduate Music Theory
2. Orchestration
3. Form and Analysis
4. Aural Theory
5. Counterpoint
6. Applied Music Composition
7. Additional duties will be assigned based on the strengths of the selected applicant and the Department of Music needs

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Applicant should demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching and artistic leadership in the areas of theory and composition. Evidence of active scholarly and creative work is preferred.

General Days/Hours

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM plus additional hours for musical events on weekends and weekday evenings.

Other

Review of applicants will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should upload the following:
1. Cover letter addressing qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Links to two contrasting original compositions with recordings or two contrasting examples of scholarly research
4. Teaching philosophy
5. Contact information for five professional references
6. Unofficial copies of all collegiate transcripts.

For additional information, please contact Dr. Kristin Leitterman, Associate Professor of Music and chair, Instructor of Music in Theory/Composition Search Committee. Email: kleitterman@astate.edu

This position is housed on the Jonesboro campus. Therefore, visit https://jobs.astate.edu for detailed information and to apply for position.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned Master of Music degree in Theory and/or Composition is required; a Doctorate in Theory and/or Composition is preferred.