"Adjunct Instructor of Ethnomusicology"

Carnegie Mellon University: College of Fine Arts: Music

Location

Pittsburgh

Open Date

Apr 25, 2024

Description

The School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for an adjunct Instructor of Ethnomusicology position for the 2024-2025 school year.

• We seek a colleague who can offer compelling courses of interest to undergraduate and graduate students in music as well as non-music majors from across campus. Generic area of research expertise is open, though successful candidate will be able to offer courses on ethnomusicological theory and method; courses on topics that include global popular music as well as local traditions.
• The qualified candidate has developed innovative pedagogies that blend theory with practice and scholarship with creative work. 
• The teaching load is 1-course per semester. 

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a PhD in ethnomusicology, although an ABD will be considered.

Application Instructions

Application materials should include:

• Cover letter
• CV
• List of 5 references to be contacted.
• Sample syllabi, indicating whether the course has actually been offered.
• Evidence of record of successful teaching experience.