Full-Time Temporary Instructor, Music Composition Theory

Application Review Date: May 25, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The Department of Music at Radford University invites applications for a full-time temporary instructor of Composition, Music Technology, and Core Music Courses in theory, technology, music fundamentals and appreciation. This role supports the artistic, instructional, and performance missions of the department. The successful candidate will be an accomplished composer, teacher, and generalist with a strong commitment to student success, artistic excellence, and collaborative music-making in a comprehensive undergraduate-focused program. Provide instruction for an array of undergraduate and graduate core music courses, applied composition, form and analysis, arranging, music technology. Other courses are assigned according to the individual’s broad skill set. Other duties may include courses, activities, and/or projects for which qualified.

Position is full-time temporary starting in August 2026.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in a related field required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching an array of core music, composition, theory, and music technology courses. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit performance, works, and lecture videos with the application

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Employee Classification: Full-Time Temporary

Department: Music, Dept of

Salary: per qualifications

Department Contact Name: R. Wayne Gallops

Department Contact Phone: 5405210872

Department Contact Email: rgallops@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.