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Associate Professor of Music History - Tenure Track
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Associate Professor of Music History – Tenure Track
Job no:
529057
Work Type:
Full-time Faculty
Location:
UMass Amherst, MA
Department:
Music & Dance
Union:
MSP
Categories:
College of Humanities & Fine Arts, Tenure Track
About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land‑grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450 acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives. It offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors.
Job Description The Department of Music and Dance seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Music History (tenure track). The position is open to candidates with research and teaching expertise in any area of historical musicology, with preference for those whose expertise complements current faculty. This full‑time, nine‑month tenure‑track position will begin September 1, 2026.
Responsibilities
Maintain robust research activity of national and international stature.
Teach a 2/2 load (general education courses, undergraduate major/minor courses, and graduate seminars).
Supervise undergraduate and graduate research.
Serve on department, college, and university committees.
Serve on committees and boards of professional societies/organizations.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Music History, Musicology, or Historical Musicology with tenure award at a comparable institution.
Outstanding research and teaching records appropriate for a senior‑level appointment.
Record of service at the departmental/university level and in professional societies/organizations.
Experience teaching large general education classes and supervising graduate research is preferred.
Salary Information The salary range is $90,160 to $125,563. The low‑end reflects the minimum salary for the rank under the collective bargaining agreement, while the high‑end reflects a multiple‑year increase above the median salary within the department for faculty with more experience. Specific pay will be determined based on faculty rank and relevant certifications.
Benefits 9‑month academic year appointment at 100% FTE with full benefits. Expedited tenure process upon hiring. Position is dependent on available funding.
Application Instructions
Submit an employment application.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover Letter.
Contact information and email addresses for three professional references willing to provide letters upon request.
Applications are reviewed starting December 8, 2026; applications received after this date may not be reviewed. The position will remain posted until filled.
EEO Statement The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.
Contact For more information on living, working, and learning in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, visit https://www.umass.edu/faculty-development/prospective-faculty
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529057
Work Type:
Full-time Faculty
Location:
UMass Amherst, MA
Department:
Music & Dance
Union:
MSP
Categories:
College of Humanities & Fine Arts, Tenure Track
About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land‑grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450 acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives. It offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors.
Job Description The Department of Music and Dance seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Music History (tenure track). The position is open to candidates with research and teaching expertise in any area of historical musicology, with preference for those whose expertise complements current faculty. This full‑time, nine‑month tenure‑track position will begin September 1, 2026.
Responsibilities
Maintain robust research activity of national and international stature.
Teach a 2/2 load (general education courses, undergraduate major/minor courses, and graduate seminars).
Supervise undergraduate and graduate research.
Serve on department, college, and university committees.
Serve on committees and boards of professional societies/organizations.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Music History, Musicology, or Historical Musicology with tenure award at a comparable institution.
Outstanding research and teaching records appropriate for a senior‑level appointment.
Record of service at the departmental/university level and in professional societies/organizations.
Experience teaching large general education classes and supervising graduate research is preferred.
Salary Information The salary range is $90,160 to $125,563. The low‑end reflects the minimum salary for the rank under the collective bargaining agreement, while the high‑end reflects a multiple‑year increase above the median salary within the department for faculty with more experience. Specific pay will be determined based on faculty rank and relevant certifications.
Benefits 9‑month academic year appointment at 100% FTE with full benefits. Expedited tenure process upon hiring. Position is dependent on available funding.
Application Instructions
Submit an employment application.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover Letter.
Contact information and email addresses for three professional references willing to provide letters upon request.
Applications are reviewed starting December 8, 2026; applications received after this date may not be reviewed. The position will remain posted until filled.
EEO Statement The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.
Contact For more information on living, working, and learning in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, visit https://www.umass.edu/faculty-development/prospective-faculty
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