"LECTURER IN MUSIC (COMMERCIAL MUSIC)"

Job Details

The School of Music is seeking a Lecturer in Music (Commercial Music). Full-time, 9-month, fixed-term position. May be renewable.

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 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.

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 accept applications until finalists are selected. They will begin reviewing applications on February 1, 2026.

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