Asst Professor of Music Theory, Tenure-Track, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music

CCM's Division of Composition, Musicology, and Theory (CMT) offers student composers, musicologists, and theorists opportunities to create original works, understand the social and historical contexts of music, and develop analytical procedures. The division places great emphasis on merging the theoretical with the practical in biennial graduate student conferences, an in-house and student-run journal (Music Research Forum), residencies by leading composers, and the Thinking About Music lecture series featuring distinguished speakers. It serves as a resource for all music students, enriching the creative and intellectual life of CCM and of the broader university community.

Coursework for the graduate degrees in musicology (MM, PhD) and music theory (MM, PhD) is wide-ranging and rigorous, offering students a unique opportunity to pursue an academic discipline in a performance-oriented school. The BM, MM, and DMA degrees in composition include one-on-one composition lessons and ample opportunities to work with CCM ensembles and community organizations for hearings and performances. CCM is also home to the Center for Computer Music, which offers opportunities for research and composition using technology, and the Alexander Zemlinsky Prize for Composition, a competition for young composers from around the world.

CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance its current offerings with candidates whose research expertise will help prepare undergraduate and graduate students for future success. This could include but is not limited to areas such as community engagement, music entrepreneurship, music leadership, music technology, pedagogy, global music theory, popular music, jazz, video game music, film, chamber music, or non-Western/non-classical repertoire.

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks candidates for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in music theory, intended to begin August 15, 2025. Salary will be commensurate with credentials. Initial appointment is three years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment. In this position, the selected candidate will be expected to assist in reshaping the undergraduate theory core to meet the needs of today's students.

• Teach core undergraduate and graduate courses in music theory
• Participate in reshaping the undergraduate core curriculum to offer breadth in a variety of specialized areas
• Develop original courses in the candidate's field of specialization
• Maintain an active program of research and scholarly publication
• Advise student research, including independent studies and doctoral dissertations, in areas appropriate to candidate's expertise
• Serve the college and university community through activities such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentorship of students

Prior to effective date of appointment, the following are required:

• PhD in Music Theory or a related discipline
• Research expertise, as evidenced by (a) a doctoral dissertation or (b) at least one research publication or (c) at least one research presentation
• One academic year of collegiate teaching experience in Music Theory

Applicants should submit their materialselectronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati's Recruitment site (https://jobs.uc.edu) and searching for requisition - 97653.

Applicants should submit:

• Letter of application that addresses the position's essential functions
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information (only) for three professional references

Candidates who advance in the search will be requested to supply scholarly writing samples at a later date. Please do not append additional materials until requested to do so.

Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete jobapplication,youwill be asked to include a team culture statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

This position is open to potential H-1B sponsorship, and the department is willing to undertake efforts for PERM; however, permanent residency process fees to USCIS must be paid by the selected candidate(s).