Assistant Professor of Music Theory and Composition, tenure-track Job at Vanderb

Overview

Assistant Professor of Music Theory and Composition, tenure-track

Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music invites applications for a full-time, tenure-stream position as Assistant Professor of Music Theory and Composition to begin August 15, 2026. We are seeking a dynamic classroom and studio teacher who is passionate about the education of undergraduate students. The ideal candidate will have produced and be dedicated to maintaining a body of creative work evincing a deep understanding of tonal and non-tonal contemporary musical practices in acoustic music and/or computer music composition. As a tenure-stream professor dedicated to the training of undergraduate musicians, the successful candidate will likewise demonstrate comprehensive understanding of theoretical and compositional practices on an historical basis. The successful candidate will be expected to grow and sustain an active profile of research and creative activity; to teach a 2-2 course load in music theory, orchestration, and other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise; and to maintain a private studio of 4-5 composition students each semester.

Location

Nashville, Tennessee

Open Date

Aug 15, 2025

Deadline

Oct 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Qualifications

DMA or PhD in Composition or Theory/Composition is required by the time of appointment. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level is desired.

Application Instructions

Applications should include a cover letter, a CV, a research/creative work statement (ca. 500 words), a portfolio of three representative compositions, a statement of teaching experience/philosophy (ca. 500 words), and contact information for 3-5 references. The search will close October 17, 2025, when the review of applications begins.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Higher Education