Visiting Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of MusicDepartment of Music
Location: Amherst, MA
Open Date: Nov 17, 2025
DescriptionThe Amherst College Department of Music invites applications for a full-time, three-year visiting appointment at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor, from artist-scholars whose work centers on the compositional and social dimensions of digital audio production and studio practices in popular music. Candidates are encouraged to learn more about Amherst by visiting our web page for prospective faculty at
https://www.amherst.edu/academiclife/provost_dean_faculty/faculty-recruitment-and-mentoring/faculty_hiring/for-candidates.
The appointment will begin on July 1, 2026. The teaching load is two courses per semester, and, in addition, the candidate may be asked to advise senior theses. The successful candidate should have a terminal degree in their field or equivalent professional experience. Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter discussing their teaching, creative work, and/or research, a CV, two examples of their professional work, and a list of three references who may be asked to submit recommendation letters electronically at
https://apply.interfolio.com/177854.
Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $75,000 to $115,000. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for
Benefits Information.
Amherst College is one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country. The college is committed to providing financial aid that meets 100 percent of every student's demonstrated need, and nearly 60 percent of Amherst students receive financial aid. Our expectation is that the successful candidate will excel at teaching and mentoring a broad range of students. The college is committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff and works to support all members of its community. Amherst College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities to apply.
Statement of NondiscriminationAmherst College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs and activities on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Amherst College complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Inquiries should be addressed to the chief equity and inclusion officer, Amherst College, P.O. Box 5000, Amherst, MA 01002-5000.
For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/177854Amherst College shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Amherst College requires the successful completion of all required reference and background checks.jeid-f65c673e9420e7428e91eb21c6fbc52a
