What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor / Instructor of Music position at Southwestern University?
About Us
Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.
At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.
Position Overview
The Department of Music at Southwestern University invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Musicology, beginning in August of 2026. We are seeking a candidate who will teach courses in our core music history sequence for music majors (Intro to Music Literature, Music History 900-1800, and Music History Since 1800) as well as elective courses in the candidate’s area(s) of expertise. Teaching interests that explore vernacular music and/or non-western traditions, or intersect with other areas within the fine arts, liberal arts or sciences are desirable. The department encourages applications from candidates with a demonstrated interest in fostering inclusive experiences in the classroom, curricular innovation, and pedagogical creativity. Visiting full-time faculty at Southwestern University teach 6 courses per year (3-3).
Qualifications
To apply, please submit the following:
The annual salary for this 9-month position is $50,000 for individuals with the terminal degree in-hand by August 1 (Assistant Professor) or $47,000 for individuals with the Master’s degree in-hand by August 1 (Instructor). The position includes health insurance for the duration of the appointment period.
Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.
Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report— Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435.
Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.
At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.
Position Overview
The Department of Music at Southwestern University invites applications for a one-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Musicology, beginning in August of 2026. We are seeking a candidate who will teach courses in our core music history sequence for music majors (Intro to Music Literature, Music History 900-1800, and Music History Since 1800) as well as elective courses in the candidate’s area(s) of expertise. Teaching interests that explore vernacular music and/or non-western traditions, or intersect with other areas within the fine arts, liberal arts or sciences are desirable. The department encourages applications from candidates with a demonstrated interest in fostering inclusive experiences in the classroom, curricular innovation, and pedagogical creativity. Visiting full-time faculty at Southwestern University teach 6 courses per year (3-3).
Qualifications
- D.M.A. or Ph.D. in Music with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline; ABD candidates with demonstrated experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated teaching experience.
To apply, please submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Two sample syllabi
- Names and contact information for three references
The annual salary for this 9-month position is $50,000 for individuals with the terminal degree in-hand by August 1 (Assistant Professor) or $47,000 for individuals with the Master’s degree in-hand by August 1 (Instructor). The position includes health insurance for the duration of the appointment period.
Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.
Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report— Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435.
Salary : $50,000