Department of Musicology and Ethnomusicology at Boston University’s School of Music seeking non-tenure-track one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in the area of ethnomusicology.

The Department of Musicology and Ethnomusicology at Boston University’s School of Music is seeking a non-tenure-track one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in the area of ethnomusicology.

The successful candidate will be an engaging teacher with a demonstrated record of success in the classroom and experience working with students from a diverse set of backgrounds. Teaching responsibilities (2-3 course load) will include undergraduate classes, graduate seminars, and some graduate advising, with the opportunity to teach a graduate seminar of their own design. The ideal candidate should possess a completed Ph.D. degree in musicology, ethnomusicology, or related field, and experience teaching at the college level.

Candidates should provide a cover letter discussing their interest in and qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. They should additionally be ready to provide a teaching portfolio that includes a statement of teaching philosophy, course ideas for the special topic graduate seminar in ethnomusicology, syllabi of courses taught, and course evaluations upon request. 

This position is a full-time, non-renewable, ten-month academic appointment with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2023. For best consideration, please send your application materials to musicsearch@bu.edu by May 7, 2023. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

For questions, contact Marié Abe at marieabe@bu.edu. 

Boston University is an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.