The School of Music is seeking an Assistant Professor of Music (Commercial Music). Full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position.
Required: Graduate degree in music production, music engineering, music technology, recording arts, or similar field. Commensurate professional experience in music production will be considered in lieu of a graduate degree. Professional teaching experience in higher education (beyond GA duties) in the field of music technology, production, or related areas. Experience using and teaching a variety of Digital Audio Workstations and virtual instruments. Experience producing/teaching a variety of popular musical styles and genres. Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred: Experience teaching music theory fundamentals and aural skills for audio engineers. Experience teaching class guitar (electric and acoustic). Experience organizing/coaching/leading student popular music ensembles.
Duties include teach courses as assigned in Commercial Music and related areas of expertise; organize and lead the development of coursework in the Commercial Music degree in conjunction with other music, media arts, and entrepreneurship faculty; additional duties may be assigned in accordance with areas of expertise and in consultation with the Director of the School of Music.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. See https://www.jobs.cmich.edu.
The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2026, and will continue to accept applications until finalists are selected.
Online applications must include:
- Cover Letter - that specifically addresses position qualifications, duties and includes a brief statement of teaching philosophy. Additionally, please provide links to audio or video work relevant to this position in your cover letter and/or CV. All links must be accessible by direct link (e.g., no further registration is required).
- Curriculum Vitae – that provides detailed evidence of successful teaching, work developing commercial music labs, other areas of expertise at the college level.
- Diversity Statement – that pertains to experiences navigating inclusion in higher education (upload under “Other Document (1)”).
- Transcript Copies - of undergraduate and graduate degree transcripts (upload as one document).
- List of References - contact information for at least three references who may be contacted and/or asked to submit a letter of recommendation.
Address inquiries to:
Chair, Commercial Music Search Committee
School of Music
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Phone: (989) 774-3281
Fax: (989) 774-3766