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Job Title

Professor of Practice - Commercial Music

Posting Number

P2263F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Auburn University Department of Music invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Professor of Practice position in its Commercial Music Program. We seek an accomplished music industry professional to play a central role in a dynamic program that supports the Department of Music and enriches the study of music business and professional practice.

The successful candidate will teach Music Business courses, coordinate the Music Business Minor and Commercial Music Internship programs, serve as a liaison to industry partners and program supporters, and act as an ambassador and recruiter for the Department.

Responsibilities** **Include:

+ Teaching courses in music business, branding and promotion, record company operations, popular music history and other possible courses as needed by the department. The candidate will also contribute to ongoing curriculum development and should demonstrate a strong understanding of current and emerging trends in the music industry.

+ Mentor students in the Commercial Music major, coordinate the Music Business Minor and oversee Commercial Music internships.

+ Teach undergraduate courses in music business, branding and promotion, record company operations, professional development, and popular music history

+ Contribute to curriculum development and revision, particularly in music business

+ Represent the Commercial Music Program and Department of Music as a national and international ambassador and recruiter while maintaining active professional engagement in the music industry

Auburn is one of the nation’s premier land, sea, and space grant institutions. In U.S. News and World Report, it has been ranked in the top 50 public universities for the last 23 consecutive years. The institution is both highly research-active and committed to maintaining teaching excellence, offering bachelor, master, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. Auburn University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. It is geographically located in a moderate climate with easy access to both beach and mountain recreational facilities and is situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, Georgia and Montgomery, Alabama.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master’s degree **or** a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the music industry at the time employment begins

+ At least 3 years of teaching experience at the collegiate level

+ Proven success in music business through active work in artist management, publicity, and consulting with internationally recognized and industry-relevant artists

+ Evidence of successful contributions to curriculum development in collegiate-level music industry programs

+ Demonstrated expertise and experience with licensing, copyright, and digital distribution platforms, including familiarity with current industry trends

The successful candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the term of employment.

Desired Qualifications

+ Extensive experience in media production (television, film, digital) and/or journalism

+ Demonstrated leadership in orchestrating and executing national and international marketing and public relations campaigns for artists, including managing tour support, album releases, and related, high-profile events

+ Professional affiliations with major artists, record labels, publishers, production companies, broadcasters, composers, producers, and studio engineers

+ Demonstrated expertise in crisis PR management, adeptly managing high-profile artist-related incidents to ensure effective communication and safeguard brand reputation

+ Academic experience in music business education, including mentoring students, advising student organizations, and facilitating successful, music industry internship placements

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required submission materials include:

1) A curriculum vitae

2) Transcripts

3) Cover Letter

4) 2-3 professional work samples

5) Client/industry partner list

6) Sample syllabi

7) 3 professional references

Apply online at the followingURL :** **https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56581

For more information, please contact Khari Allen Lee, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]

Review of applications will begin 1/5/2026, and continue until position is filled.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Visit theEOC website (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

50,000-65,000

Open Date

Close Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Open Until Filled

No

References required for this position?

Yes

If yes, minimum number requested

3