Assistant Professor of Musicology, 9 Month Salaried - College of Music

Department: College of Music

Responsibilities

Maintain an active program of research and creative/scholarly activity leading toward tenure; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Early Music, Musicology, and additional areas of expertise; mentor graduate students in the Musicology Area; contribute to the intellectual and artistic life of the College of Music; and participate in appropriate service.

The successful candidate will also contribute to FSU's Early Music Program through historically informed performance, which may include coaching, directing, performing with, or otherwise supporting Early Music ensembles and related activities.

Qualifications

Completed doctorate or highest degree appropriate in Musicology, Historical Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Evidence of a developing record of excellence in research and teaching appropriate to a tenure-earning appointment. Scholarly expertise in Early Music (broadly defined) and demonstrated knowledge of historically informed performance practice.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarship and teaching engage substantially with performance and performance practice and who can contribute actively to FSU's Early Music Program. Demonstrated experience performing, coaching, directing, or otherwise working with historically informed vocal and/or instrumental performance is especially desirable. Additional areas of scholarly expertise are open.

Other Information

The Musicology Area seeks a scholar specializing in Early Music whose work integrates historical research with historically informed performance. The successful candidate will contribute to FSU's longstanding strengths in Early Music and its integration of musicological study, performance practice, and ensemble participation.

The College of Music at Florida State University: is the largest such college in the Southeast and the third largest university-based music program in the nation. With over 90 faculty and 40 support staff, the College offers a range of degrees in music, baccalaureate through the doctorate. We are home to approximately 700 undergraduate and 400 graduate students, who represent nearly every state in the nation and 20 foreign countries.

Contact Info

Eden Wahlquist, Sr. Administrative Specialist (for technical assistance applying to this position)

Dr. Frank Gunderson, Professor of Musicology (for inquiries for the search committee chair)

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Supplemental Application Materials:

Please submit as individual PDFs a current CV and a cover letter. Three confidential letters of recommendation are required prior to the time of hire. Please be prepared to facilitate this process upon request.

Additionally, we may request a writing sample and recording samples at a later date.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled. However, for priority consideration, please complete all application materials by October 15th, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain ongoing until the position is filled.

Appointment will begin August 9th, 2027.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.