What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer in Music Theory and Composition position at University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Lecturer in Music Theory & Composition Requisition Number FE04340 Working Title Department Name 8X250: Music Theory Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education
Ph.D
Required Related Experience
Experience in teaching at the University Level
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky School of Music is seeking a full-time, 9-month, Lecturer in Music Theory and Composition to join our outstanding faculty in the UK School of Music to begin August 2025. This non-tenure track appointment is offered with a 1-year, renewable contract and holds a standard teaching expectation of 3 courses per semester. Teaching duties will include but may not be limited to undergraduate and graduate music theory and ear training courses, music theory for non-majors, and undergraduate advanced harmony. Supervision and mentoring of several graduate teaching assistants is required. An earned terminal degree in music theory or equivalent is required. Candidates with a minimum of five years of experience as an instructor of record teaching collegiate-level music theory are preferred.
The School of Music’s Division of Music Theory and Composition currently includes five full-time faculty. All faculty are expected to participate in service within the School of Music, the College of Fine Arts, and the University, as well as one’s profession.
Application Materials
When prompted in the employment system, applicants will submit the following materials:
Employment at UK comes with various benefits that focus on the total well-being and career development and leadership striving to provide a strong and healthy work-life integration. The University generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title Lecturer in Music Theory & Composition Requisition Number FE04340 Working Title Department Name 8X250: Music Theory Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education
Ph.D
Required Related Experience
Experience in teaching at the University Level
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky School of Music is seeking a full-time, 9-month, Lecturer in Music Theory and Composition to join our outstanding faculty in the UK School of Music to begin August 2025. This non-tenure track appointment is offered with a 1-year, renewable contract and holds a standard teaching expectation of 3 courses per semester. Teaching duties will include but may not be limited to undergraduate and graduate music theory and ear training courses, music theory for non-majors, and undergraduate advanced harmony. Supervision and mentoring of several graduate teaching assistants is required. An earned terminal degree in music theory or equivalent is required. Candidates with a minimum of five years of experience as an instructor of record teaching collegiate-level music theory are preferred.
The School of Music’s Division of Music Theory and Composition currently includes five full-time faculty. All faculty are expected to participate in service within the School of Music, the College of Fine Arts, and the University, as well as one’s profession.
Application Materials
When prompted in the employment system, applicants will submit the following materials:
- Cover letter (no more than three pages) addressing qualifications specific to this position, as well as research and teaching experience and goals.
- Statement of teaching philosophy that incorporates your efforts to meaningfully engage with and teach students from a broad range of backgrounds.
- Curriculum vitae
- Complete contact information for three professional references. They will be contacted to submit their letters.
Employment at UK comes with various benefits that focus on the total well-being and career development and leadership striving to provide a strong and healthy work-life integration. The University generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
- Specific Request 1
- Specific Request 2
- Specific Request 3
