University of Arizona is hiring: Assistant Professor of Music/Music Education (T

Overview

Assistant Professor of Music/Music Education (Tenure-Eligible) | Posting Number: req24170
Department: School of Music
Department Website Link: https://music.arizona.edu/
Location: Main Campus, Tucson, AZ USA

The University of Arizona's Fred Fox School of Music seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Assistant Professor of Music/Music Education for our Tucson area campus. This faculty teaching and research position focuses on Youth Music Education, the preparation of future teachers in music, and the area of accessible music opportunities in youth education using the knowledge of Elementary General Music Teaching Methods & Approaches (Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze and Suzuki); Curriculum Development; Qualitative Research (Design, Implementation, and Publication) & Grant Writing; and Musicianship (Theory & Performance). The position requires a PhD in Music/Music Education, or equivalent. This position is non-security sensitive and requires a name-based criminal background check. To apply please visit our website at: http://www.arizona.csod.com

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Commitment to offering a customizable curriculum with comprehensive musical offerings and connecting students to important real-world experiences.
• Teaching music education courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels in elementary/youth methods and materials, qualitative research, and preparation of student teachers, particularly those focused on youth/elementary music education.
• Demonstrating comprehensive education practices in the music education program through teaching, mentoring, and related activities.
• Maintaining a record of scholarly activity including publications, presentations, and leadership in the country's music educational system.
• Supervising graduate and undergraduate research, including graduate theses and dissertations.
• Serving on graduate student committees and school's standing committees of operation, and organizing outreach activities in local schools and the community.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of candidate’s research field, focused on Youth Music Education, and its situation relative to the needs of students, school systems, and the community.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach Elementary General Music Methods and Approaches (including Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze and Suzuki).
• Knowledge of Qualitative Research (Design, Implementation, and Publication) and Grant Writing.
• Knowledge of Musicianship Development (Theory and Performance).
• Ability to organize curriculum in the subject area at all levels.
• Knowledge of and ability to develop online curriculum.
• Knowledge of contemporary digital teaching tools and engagement techniques.
• Ability to teach at all levels.
• Command of appropriate pedagogical skills in support of efficacious teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Music Education or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment.
• Experience in teaching courses in the field of Music Education, specifically in Youth Music Education and the preparation of student teachers in music

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of publications and scholarly presentations.
• Demonstrated teaching experience of both undergraduate and graduate students at the university level.
• Experience in developing innovative approaches to curriculum, pedagogy and research.
• Experience in interdisciplinary approaches to teaching and scholarship.
• Experience in successful grant writing.

Rank & Tenure

Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Information: Tenure-Eligible (TE)

Work Details

• FLSA: Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours/Week: 40
• Job FTE: 1
• Work Calendar: Academic
• Job Category: Faculty
• Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
• Rate of Pay: DOE
• Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Background Check: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
• Number of Vacancies: 1

How to Apply / Documents Needed

Contact: Lori Wiest (lwiest@arizona.edu)

• Open Date: 10/14/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Documents Needed to Apply: Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents

Please submit these required materials electronically with your application:

• 1. A letter of interest identifying how your experiences, expertise and vision meet the qualifications for the position, and how they are relevant to the mission and values of the University of Arizona (1-2 pages)
• 2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• 3. Names and contact information for three references
• 4. A statement on your teaching philosophy describing your goals as an educator and pedagogue with examples of impact on responsiveness to the different needs and strengths of all students (1-2 pages)
• 5. A document with links to video of two teaching experiences in the classroom. (Additional materials may be requested.)

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