Music - Instructor/Assistant Professor Job at Western Connecticut State Universi

Overview

Western Connecticut State University’s School of Visual, Performing, and Communication Arts is pleased to announce a tenure track Instructor or Assistant Professor position in the Department of Music for Academic Year 2026-2027.

WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

The School of Visual, Performing, and Communication Arts (SVPCA) is situated in the Visual and Performing Arts Center. The department offers a distinctive Bachelor of Music: Audio & Music Production program and is supported by a modern recording studio and performance facilities. Information about the department is available at www.wcsu.edu/music and about the university at www.wcsu.edu.

Position Summary

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Audio Production, which may include Audio Recording, Production, and Post-production. Additional responsibilities may include directing Pop/Rock Ensembles and teaching Applied Lessons in contemporary commercial music. Other responsibilities may be assigned depending on the candidate’s expertise and the department’s needs. The candidate must maintain an active program of professional creative activity in audio production and contemporary commercial music performance and will be expected to demonstrate significant industry experience. The candidate should also expect to contribute to departmental and university service and to build and maintain professional relationships with regional and national communities in audio production and commercial music.

Qualifications

• A terminal degree or doctorate is strongly preferred. A Master’s degree in Audio Production or a closely related field (e.g., Recording Engineering, Music Production) will be considered. Candidates may also qualify through substantial professional experience and distinguished achievements in audio/music production (e.g., industry awards such as Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) or equivalent accomplishments demonstrating national or international distinction. Successful teaching, mentoring, or instructional experience at the collegiate or professional level is required.
• Applicants must show significant professional experience, evidenced by credits in film, television, multimedia, commercial music, or related media. Proficiency with digital audio workstations and expertise in one or more areas of production (such as mixing, mastering, sound design, synthesis, scoring, or post-production) is expected. As a secondary area of competence, candidates must demonstrate proficiency as a musician in contemporary commercial music. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Candidates must provide evidence of at least three (3) years of successful college teaching experience and departmental service. A candidate who does not meet the above standards may also be appointed provided the candidate has credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above.
• WCSU is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for first-generation and under-represented groups.

Salary & Benefits

The hiring salary range for an Instructor is $65,308 – $76,193. The hiring salary range for an Assistant Professor is $73,912 – $86,231. The salary will be commensurate upon candidates’ experience. Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/. There are grant opportunities to support research and conference attendance.

Application Process

Interested applicants must submit a letter of application outlining interest in, and qualifications for, the position; areas of teaching expertise and experience; areas of professional work in areas of service and leadership; a curriculum vitae; and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references who can comment on the applicant’s teaching, scholarship, and professionalism. Additional materials may be requested by the search committee upon review of materials.

Questions may be directed to: hrpositions@wcsu.edu referencing Music TT.

To apply, submit your materials at: https://westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com/apply/byT7mUf70Z/Music-InstructorAssistant-Professor

All materials should be submitted as PDF files no later than Sunday, November 16, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer

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