Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: IU Bloomington Music Theory
LocationBloomington
Position SummaryThe Indiana University Jacobs School of Music seeks candidates for a one-year full-time visiting position in music theory for the 2026-27 academic year. Expected start date: 08/01/2026.
Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music theory; participate in departmental activities as assigned. Likely teaching includes an undergraduate post-tonal music theory and literature course, graduate review classes in written theory and aural skills, and a seminar in the candidate's area of expertise.
Basic QualificationsA completed Ph.D. degree in music theory or its equivalent is required by time of appointment.
Promising candidates with any area of research specialization will be considered. Preference will be given to those with experience in undergraduate or graduate teaching of common-practice and post-1900 repertoires.
Department Contact for QuestionsCecilia Bass in the Office of the Executive Associate Dean at (812) 855-5541 or
ceciflem@iu.edu.
Salary and RankRank will be Visiting Assistant Professor. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Special InstructionsA complete application consists of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, titles, and email addresses for each of three professional references. An email message with instructions about uploading letters of reference will be sent automatically to each of your reference providers immediately after you submit your completed application. Please do not send other materials until requested to do so. If you need help completing your application, please contact Cecilia Bass at (812) 855-5541 or
ceciflem@iu.edu.
Deadline: Screening will begin on December 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
For Best Consideration Date: 12/17/2025
Expected Start Date: 08/01/2026
Posting NumberIU-101426-2025
