Visiting Assistant Professor, Musicology

Texas A&M • Kingsville, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Music at Texas A&M University–Kingsville invites applications for a three‑year Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology position. The successful candidate will be a creative and dedicated pedagogue and scholar who will collaborate with the Musicology Area Coordinator and other music faculty, contributing to the School of Music’s mission of excellence in performance, scholarship, education, and community engagement.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in music history or musicology (Ph.D. preferred)
• Demonstrated record of relevant, successful university-level teaching
• Established or emerging research profile

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Musicology
• Experience teaching and designing online synchronous and asynchronous courses
• Ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds
• Interest in or commitment to community engagement or public-facing scholarship
• Record of collegiality and service in professional settings

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in musicology according to the needs of the School of Music, including courses in the core Western music history sequence, as well as: History of Rock and Roll, Explorations in Music History, Introduction to Research in Music, Musicology Seminar (in an area of the scholar’s expertise), Collegium musicum, and Additional courses as needed.
• Deliver instruction in various formats, including campus and online environments when needed.
• Develop course materials such as syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental expectations.
• Maintain high standards of teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
• Maintain scheduled Student Success hours in accordance with university policies.
• Support student retention in collaboration with the Musicology Coordinator and other faculty.
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and other service activities.
• Maintain currency in the field of Musicology.
• Engage in professional development opportunities in the musicology field and/or on campus.

Benefits

• Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program, Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month, 8 hours of sick leave per month, 8 hours of paid Birthday leave, 12-15 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level