Faculty Ethnomusicologist Position in Music
Field: Ethnomusicology
Rank: Assistant Professor. The position is a tenure track position, with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and previous experience.
Commencing: 1 July 2012
Qualifications: Candidates must possess a
Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience is required. We seek an
exceptional person to join our Ethnomusicology program. Candidates
should have demonstrated superior intellectual attainment or promise in
both research and teaching, strong leadership capabilities, and an
appropriate background in university level education. Demonstrated
ability to work with diverse groups is an asset.
Responsibilities: The appointee will be
expected to teach ethnomusicological courses at the graduate and
undergraduate levels including general education courses, to direct
dissertations, and to accept substantial committee and advising
responsibilities. Other possibilities include participating in the
Performance Studies graduate group and directing an ensemble.
Applications: Applications should include evidence of distinguished scholarship. Professional distinction and excellence with recognized accomplishments in scholarship, research, and teaching are required. Applications should consist of a letter of application, a curriculum vitae with full bibliographic citations, and three letters of reference. Additionally, candidates should submit a hard copy and an electronic copy of a sample of their best work (article or chapter length). Review of applications will begin Dec. 1, 2011; position open until filled. Applications should be addressed to:
Prof. Henry Spiller, Chair, Search Committee
Department of Music
University of California, Davis
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
Applications should be postmarked by Nov. 23, 2011 to assure full consideration, position open until filled.
Inquiries: For inquiries about the position, phone (530) 754-8485, or FAX: (530) 752-8818, or email: Martha Clark-Garrison at mcclarkgarrison@ucdavis.edu
The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.