Assistant Professor of Composition
Position overview
Position title: Assistant Professor of CompositionApplication Window
Open date: September 13, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, Oct 16, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Saturday, Jun 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Music at the University of California San Diego seeks an accomplished and innovative composer for a tenure-track Position at the rank of Assistant Professor expected to begin July 1, 2024.
The successful applicant will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate composition students and courses that more generally support our curriculum. These would include some combination of seminars for graduate students, classes for undergraduate music majors and classes that support the general education mission of the department.
Qualifications
Demonstrated track record of at least 6 months professional activity as composer or creative musician.
Terminal degree in relevant field (PhD, DMA or MFA), university teaching experience, national artistic profile (as registered through awards, commissions, performances by leading ensembles or in prestigious venues).
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter (Optional)
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching
Teaching Evaluations (Optional)
Work Samples - Please provide a PDF upload with links to 3-5 representative work samples. Documentation can take the form of audio or video recordings, scores, writing, or other possibilities.
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Names and contact info only at this time. Letters to be solicited later in the process.
Help contact: trl002@ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
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