"Commercial Music Lecturer"

Position Summary

Central Michigan University School of Music seeks a Lecturer in Commercial Music. This is a full-time, 9-month, fixed-term appointment, which may be renewable. Duties include: teach courses as assigned in commercial music and related areas of expertise including pop or commercial music ensemble; assist with the development of coursework in the commercial music degree; additional duties including participating on joint interdepartmental Commercial Music Council may be assigned in accordance with areas of expertise and in consultation with the Director of the School of Music.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree in music production, music engineering, music technology, recording arts, or a 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 Qualifications

• 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.

Message to Applicants

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMUs mission, vision, and leadership standards.

The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on February 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.

About the Department

The School of Music is located in a state-of-the-art 119,000 square foot facility with a 500-seat concert hall housing a 61-rank Casavant organ, a 100-seat recital hall, recording facilities, and 79 practice rooms. The School of Music has 32 full- and part-time faculty and an enrollment of over 300 undergraduate and graduate majors and minors. To learn more about the school, visit the school website.