Teaching Instructor/Teaching Assistant Professor

East Carolina University is a public doctoral/research university in Greenville, North Carolina, with an enrollment of nearly 27,000 students. It is one of the largest universities in North Carolina. ECU offers 87 bachelor's degree programs, 69 master's degree programs, 13 research doctoral degrees, 5 professional doctoral degrees, the Brody School of Medicine and School of Dental Medicine.

The School of Music, in the College of Fine Arts and Communication, has an enrollment of over 250 music majors and minors with over 50 faculty and staff. The school is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

The School of Music seeks qualified applicants for a renewable one-year fixed-term Teaching Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor faculty position in the Theory, Composition and Musicology department beginning August 2025. Primary responsibilities will be to teach composition and music theory/musicianship. Additional responsibilities, based on candidate's areas of interest/expertise may include music history or service courses for the general undergraduate population. Other appropriate research/creative activities and service to the university, community and profession are encouraged.

Master's degree in music composition, theory, or related degree for appointment as a Teaching Instructor; or PhD in music composition, theory, or related degree may be considered for appointment as a Teaching Assistant Professor. Qualifying degrees must be conferred and received from an appropriately accredited institution. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of excellence in collegiate music teaching to both music majors and students in the general population.

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PhD in music composition, theory, or related degree is preferred.

ECU requires applicants to complete a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position at ecu.peopleadmin.com . Candidates must also upload the following items:

Additional materials will be required of candidates selected for interviews, including samples of compositions and/or research activity.

Proper documentation of identity, employability, and official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Please be aware 2-3 Letters of Recommendation will be required of finalist for this position. An automatic email will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the references section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of Recommendation submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered toward meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.