Visiting Assistant Professor

The primary purpose of the position is to teach primarily in the areas of Music History/Musicology, Music Education, and General Education Courses, as determined by departmental needs. The position will also advise music majors and participate in university/departmental service and scholarly activities.

The Department of Music offers the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree, which prepares students for a variety of careers. Students pursue the study of music at the collegiate level and may combine the study of music with an outside field. A double major in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences is possible. The music major may include such diverse areas a cultural musicology, cognitive studies of music, and advanced technology for music. An audition is required as part of the application for admission.

Fine Arts Building, Rm. 10A

Flexible based on course schedule offerings.

The Department of Music invites internal applications for Visiting Assistant Professor in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education with a start date of August 2025. The department seeks exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, advising, mentoring undergraduate research, service to the University, the community, and the music discipline.

Candidates should possess a master's or doctorate in music from a regionally accredited university by the time of appointment. They must also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to a liberal arts education in a diverse educational environment.

The Visiting Assistant Professor will teach courses in the areas of Music History/Musicology, Music Education, and General Education, as determined by departmental needs and applicant's skills. The candidate will also participate in creative/scholarly activities, advising, recruitment, serving on committees, and other duties as specified by the Department Chair.

One year appointment

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834