Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Music History and Theory) | Hamilton College - Military Veterans

The Music Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year position as a sabbatical replacement at the rank of Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor beginningJuly 1, 2025. The teaching load for this position is five courses (either as a 2-3 or 3-2), including music theory, the history of Western art music (with an emphasis on the period from 1700-1950), an introductory listening course that encompasses a diverse range of musics and approaches, and electives open to both majors and non-majors. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with broadly diverse student populations. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College's goals of enhancing the educational experiences of students while building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Candidates with ABD will be considered, although candidates with a Ph.D. or D.M.A. are preferred. The Music Department, consisting of six full-time faculty members and twenty-nine lecturers in music performance, has a strong tradition of excellence in teaching and research. Please visit our websites at https://my.hamilton.edu/academics/departments/Homedept=Music and https://academics.hamilton.edu/music for additional information about the department and program. The expected 9-month base salary range for this position is $76,000 to $78,500. To apply please submit the following to Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/159579 1) letter of application 2) curriculum vitae 3) sample syllabi 4) contact information for three references (to be contacted for letters as needed) Questions regarding the search may be directed to Ryan Carter, Search Committee Chair, at rccarter@hamilton.edu . Our review of applications will begin on February 1, 2025. Hamilton College is a residential liberal arts college located in central New York. The College has built its reputation on the teaching excellence and leading scholarship of its faculty, and on the academic distinction and intellectual curiosity of its approximately 2000 students who take advantage of Hamilton's open curriculum (https://www.hamilton.edu/academics/open-curriculum). Accomplished faculty, highly capable and motivated students, and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1 provide an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, intellectual and cultural diversity, and respect for differences in the development of students as engaged members of their communities. Hamilton's commitment to diversity is embodied in its need-blind admission policy for US Citizens and Permanent Residents; furthermore, Hamilton College meets the full demonstrated financial need for all admitted and enrolled students during their four years on campus. Please visit the college website for more information ( www.hamilton.edu ). Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to building an inclusive and diverse learning community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and excel. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education to apply. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-upstate-new-york/ , as well as additional information at https://www.hamilton.edu/dof/faculty-development/resources-for-prospective-or-new-faculty/opportunities-for-spouses-or-partners (Opportunities for Spouses or Partners). Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits.