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Assistant Professor - Department of Music, School of Arts & Sciences

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Department of Music at Hunter College of the City University of New York invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Musicology with a specialization in African American music. The successful candidate will be a dynamic scholar-teacher whose research and teaching focus on the history, theory, and cultural practice of music within Black American traditions. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to blues, concert/classical, Detroit techno, disco, funk, gospel, hip-hop, jazz, Motown, R&B, ragtime, rap, spirituals, and soul. Appointment starts Fall 2026.

The Department seeks a colleague committed to advancing the study of African American music as a central component of musicological inquiry. We are especially interested in candidates whose work engages related interdisciplinary fields—such as cultural studies, ethnomusicology, feminist studies, music theory, performance studies, or sound studies, among others—and who can foster connections between academic study and New York City’s vibrant musical communities.

Teaching responsibilities will include introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses, graduate seminars in the candidate’s area of specialization, and general education courses for non-majors. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of the Department’s curriculum and participate in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The normal teaching load is 3/2, with generous pre-tenure release time, and the appointment begins August 28, 2026.

We in the Department of Music at Hunter College are committed to providing the highest quality musical instruction to our students in the areas of performance, composition, education, musicology, ethnomusicology, and theory. Through our varied courses and numerous performances, the department seeks to enrich the musical lives of not only Hunter students, but all members of the Hunter community. Through our world-class faculty—who teach in one-on-one or small-class settings and who often bring in distinguished artists to Hunter to teach, lecture, or perform—we offer an outstanding musical education at a reasonable price. By drawing on our central location in Manhattan, we strive to engage students in the musical vibrancy of our great city. In our performance ensembles and classes we teach students listening and analytical skills, historical context, performance practice and technique, and critical thinking. We also provide vital services to Hunter College via our many introductory music courses and our large performing ensembles.

The successful candidate will perform teaching, research, and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise, and Share responsibility for committee and departmental assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in Musicology, Ethnomusicology, or a related field is required by the time of appointment, as are the ability to teach successfully, a demonstrated scholarly achievement or potential, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues for the good of the institution. We welcome applicants from historically underrepresented groups and those whose scholarship addresses marginalized musical traditions or communities.

COMPENSATION

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. Salary commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience within the range of $90,838 to $109,025.

_CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will increase by approximately 9.54% with an additional increase of 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement._

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on Search Job Listings, select More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number.

Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account. Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin.

Please note that the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, –, \_ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please include:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

• Statement of scholarly interests and teaching philosophy

• Names and contact information of three references

Upload all documents as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.

CLOSING DATE

The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on December 5, 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

31139

Location

Hunter College