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Assistant Professor of Music (Composition)
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Music (Composition)
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 292316
About Us For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high‑impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie‑designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world‑class academic institution.
Our vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice.
Job Summary Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Music in the Dr. Bobbie Bailey School of Music with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine‑month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
Teach courses in composition.
Mentor student composers through individual lessons, seminars, and ensemble collaborations.
Lead initiatives in curricular design, technological integration, interdisciplinary practices, and entrepreneurial approaches to music creation.
Maintain an active, national profile as a composer and scholar through commissions, performances, recordings, and publications.
Contribute to the Bailey School of Music’s culture of excellence, working closely with faculty colleagues to strengthen curricular offerings and foster student success.
Participate in service at the school, college, and university levels, as well as contributions to professional organizations.
Required Qualifications
A DMA, DM, or PhD, or the foreign equivalent, in Music, is required at the time of hire.
Minimum of three years teaching at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications
A record of leadership in advancing contemporary approaches to composition and music pedagogy.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching and student mentorship at the collegiate level.
Evidence of innovative curricular design that reflects modern practices, including technology integration, collaborative models, and entrepreneurial skills.
A proven record of successfully preparing students for professional careers in composition, performance, or related fields.
Engagement with diverse musical traditions, genres, or interdisciplinary practices.
Evidence of collaborative leadership in academic or professional settings.
A record of national and/or international activity in composition, demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentorship, and a forward‑thinking approach to curricular design that reflects the broad landscape of contemporary music.
Evidence of national and/or international recognition as a composer, including commissions, performances, recordings, and/or publications.
Required Documents to Attach
CV
Cover Letter
Sample portfolio of compositions and video/audio recordings of recent performances
Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course‑by‑Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Application Deadline Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by January 1, 2026.
Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. David Kehler, dkehler1@kennesaw.edu.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or support@usg.edu.
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work, and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
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Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 292316
About Us For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high‑impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie‑designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world‑class academic institution.
Our vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice.
Job Summary Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Music in the Dr. Bobbie Bailey School of Music with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine‑month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
Teach courses in composition.
Mentor student composers through individual lessons, seminars, and ensemble collaborations.
Lead initiatives in curricular design, technological integration, interdisciplinary practices, and entrepreneurial approaches to music creation.
Maintain an active, national profile as a composer and scholar through commissions, performances, recordings, and publications.
Contribute to the Bailey School of Music’s culture of excellence, working closely with faculty colleagues to strengthen curricular offerings and foster student success.
Participate in service at the school, college, and university levels, as well as contributions to professional organizations.
Required Qualifications
A DMA, DM, or PhD, or the foreign equivalent, in Music, is required at the time of hire.
Minimum of three years teaching at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications
A record of leadership in advancing contemporary approaches to composition and music pedagogy.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching and student mentorship at the collegiate level.
Evidence of innovative curricular design that reflects modern practices, including technology integration, collaborative models, and entrepreneurial skills.
A proven record of successfully preparing students for professional careers in composition, performance, or related fields.
Engagement with diverse musical traditions, genres, or interdisciplinary practices.
Evidence of collaborative leadership in academic or professional settings.
A record of national and/or international activity in composition, demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentorship, and a forward‑thinking approach to curricular design that reflects the broad landscape of contemporary music.
Evidence of national and/or international recognition as a composer, including commissions, performances, recordings, and/or publications.
Required Documents to Attach
CV
Cover Letter
Sample portfolio of compositions and video/audio recordings of recent performances
Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course‑by‑Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Application Deadline Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by January 1, 2026.
Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. David Kehler, dkehler1@kennesaw.edu.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or support@usg.edu.
For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work, and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
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