Job No. 158274
- Job Title:
- Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory & Composition
- Employer:
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University of North Carolina-Wilmington
- Location:
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Wilmington , NC
- Posting Date:
- 15-Apr-2026
- Description:
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Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Department of Music at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a full-time position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Theory & Composition. This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track position for a one year fixed-term, beginning August 10, 2026 through May 10, 2027.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in music theory, aural skills, and orchestration/arranging. Additionally, the successful candidate will teach in a secondary area of expertise, which may include composition courses (Film Scoring and Video Game Music, Songwriting, etc.), an applied area, or other departmental needs as assigned by the chair.
This is an opportunity to join a faculty of teaching artists and scholars who are dedicated to student-centered learning and to growth in new and current programs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and the ability to work effectively with faculty colleagues across all degree areas.
Primary Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate courses in music theory and aural skills
Teach undergraduate course in orchestration and arranging
Contribute to the curriculum based on individual qualifications and departmental goals
Engage in student mentoring
Additional Opportunities May Include:
Teaching applied lessons
Teaching composition courses such as Film Scoring and Video Game Music, Songwriting, and/or applied composition
Performing with a faculty chamber ensemble
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Doctoral degree in Music (DMA, PhD)
Please note: Applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered; however, doctoral degree must be confirmed by August 1, 2026 to be eligible for employment.
Relevant training/experience in music theory and aural skills pedagogy
Experience and expertise in teaching/developing a music theory and aural skills program appropriate for an undergraduate-level institution
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Doctoral degree (PhD or DMA) in Music Theory or Composition
Ability to contribute as an applied teacher in an area that complements current department expertise
Experience in developing an innovative undergraduate music theory and aural skills curriculum
Experience in teaching and/or composing music for film and/or video games
Experience in teaching courses aligned with candidate’s creative/research specialty
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Music is committed to fostering an inclusive teaching and learning environment through its curricula, as well as the artistic endeavors of students and faculty. In addition, the Department of Music is dedicated to nurturing excellence in performance, teaching and scholarship by guiding and preparing students through a comprehensive curriculum that provides a strong foundation for an array of opportunities in the music profession, as well as for graduate study in a range of music specialties. The Department of Music offers two undergraduate curricula: the Bachelor of Arts in Music with options in Performance, Jazz Studies, Music Technology, and General Studies; and the Bachelor of Music in Music Education.
College/School Information
The College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (CHSSA) is home to 14 academic departments and offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, and Master of Public Administration as well as combined bachelor’s/master’s degree programs in Spanish and English. The CHSSA also houses the Gender Studies and Research Center and the Academic Resource Center, which offers full-service, professional advising for all CHSSA undergraduate students.
In addition, the CHSSA offers a full complement of interdisciplinary minors and post baccalaureate certificates including: Africana studies, American studies, Asian studies, classical studies, conflict management and resolution, emergency and disaster management, forensic science, Hispanic studies, journalism, Latin American studies, medical humanities, Middle East and Islamic studies, Native American studies, professional writing and publishing, science and medical writing, and women’s, gender, and sexuality studies.
The CHSSA contributes significantly to the curriculum that comprises UNCW’s University Studies Program, through which all undergraduates gain a foundation in the liberal arts and develop the transferable skills essential for life in the twenty-first century. The CHSSA strives in its undergraduate programs and in its University Study offerings to nurture creative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and academic integrity in students while providing them with a solid foundation of knowledge in their chosen fields. Graduate programs in the CHSSA are designed to develop intellectual competence and to prepare the student for careers in business, industry, government, teaching or for further study at the doctoral level.
Applied learning is a hallmark of the student experience in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Each of the CHSSA’s departments requires an applied learning experience as a part of the curriculum for its undergraduate majors. Examples include faculty-directed research, internships, service learning, and capstone courses and projects, all of which challenge students to integrate various strands of knowledge and to apply that knowledge to broader, real-world or real disciplinary situations.
Upon completion of their studies, all CHSSA students will have the necessary preparation for rewarding careers, advanced study, effective citizenship, and meaningful lives. The College of Humanities, Social Science, and the Arts offers limitless opportunities to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and service while also making a positive societal impact. Come and join our vibrant academic environment that values discovery, innovation, and creativity.
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
- Contact information:
- University of North Carolina-Wilmington
- Wilmington, NC 28403
- United States
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