The Department of Music at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a tenure-track position in Music Theory. Responsibilities will include the instruction of core courses in music theory. Additional teaching duties based on the strengths of the successful candidate will be assigned, so the ability to teach in other areas of our music curriculum – such as Applied Woodwinds, Applied Percussion, Aural Skills, Composition, World Music, Ethnomusicology, Jazz and/or Popular Music, Performance Psychology, or Indigenous and/or BIPOC Music – would be a strong asset. The individual would be expected to maintain a high level of scholarship and/or performance at UPEI and beyond.

In addition, the successful candidate will value the principles of collegiality, and will be expected to contribute to service within the department. In addition to assisting with curricular development, recruitment, outreach, and department activities, the individual will coordinate the theory and aural skills areas of the curriculum to ensure that these two related sets of core courses align in terms of curricular outcomes and reinforcement of concepts, especially since Aural Skills tends to be taught by various sessional instructors. Our ideal candidate will understand Atlantic Canadian culture and students, recognize the distinctive qualities of an “Island” identity, and foster an intimate, caring atmosphere which encourages each of our student musicians to build confidence and skills to express their individual creativity.

The successful candidate may be expected to teach in graduate programs in the Faculty of Arts.

Qualifications: 

The successful candidate will hold a doctoral degree in a relevant area of music (or be close to completion), with at least a master’s degree in Theory or Composition; demonstrate commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, with university teaching experience being a strong asset; provide evidence of scholarly and/or creative achievement; and demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following material electronically in a single PDF file to music@upei.ca:

• Cover letter, which should make clear your Canadian status (as a citizen, permanent resident, or other)
• Curriculum vitae
• Statements of teaching philosophy and methodology
• One-page statement outlining commitment and interest in equity, diversity, inclusivity, and reconciliation
• If applicable, a list of YouTube or other links to a variety of your recent performances
• Additional materials in support of other competencies should be included as well

In addition, applicants should arrange to have three current letters of reference emailed to music@upei.ca and addressed to:

Music Theory Search Committee
c/o Department of Music
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE  C1A 4P3

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date is May 6, 2024.