Music - Instructor/Assistant Professor

Western Connecticut State University•Danbury, CT

1d•$71,702 - $94,674•Onsite

About The Position

Western Connecticut State University’s Department of Music is hiring a tenure-track Instructor or Assistant Professor for the 2027–2028 academic year. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate audio production courses, potentially including audio recording, production, and post-production. Depending on the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs, the role may also include directing small ensembles and teaching applied lessons. The candidate will maintain an active program of professional creative activity in audio production and demonstrate significant industry experience. The position also involves contributing to departmental and university service and developing and maintaining professional relationships with regional and national communities in audio production and related fields. WCSU particularly welcomes applicants with experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to expanding higher-education access for first-generation and underrepresented groups. The position is in the Department of Music within the School of Visual, Performing, and Communication Arts. The school is based in the Visual and Performing Arts Center, which includes a professional recording studio and performance facilities. Applications must include a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. All application materials must be submitted as PDFs by November 20, 2026; late applications will not be accepted.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Audio Production or a closely related field, such as Recording Engineering or Music Production, or substantially comparable credentials and/or experience.
Significant industry experience in audio production.
Successful teaching, mentoring, or instructional experience at the collegiate or professional level.
Candidates may demonstrate additional qualifications through substantial professional experience and distinguished achievements in audio/music production, such as major industry awards or equivalent accomplishments demonstrating national or international distinction.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in audio or a related field; such candidates receive special consideration.
Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for first-generation and underrepresented groups.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate courses in audio production, potentially including audio recording, production, and post-production.
Depending on expertise and departmental needs, direct small ensembles and teach applied lessons in an area of expertise.
Maintain an active program of professional creative activity in audio production.
Contribute to departmental and university service.
Build and maintain professional relationships with regional and national communities in audio production and related areas.