The Department of Music at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for an 8-month term 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 Composition, Applied Woodwinds, World Music, Ethnomusicology, Popular Music, Jazz, or Indigenous Music – would be a strong asset. In addition, the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to service within the department, including assistance with the department’s recruitment and outreach activities.

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; and provide evidence of scholarly and/or creative achievement.

Salary: Commensurate with experience as per the Collective Agreement of the UPEI Faculty Association, Bargaining Unit #1 (https://files.upei.ca/agreements/2022-2026_upeifa_bu1_final.pdf). This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

Start Date: September 1, 2023

Application Instructions:

Along with their cover letter, applicants should submit the following materials:

• A curriculum vitae
• Information relevant to their teaching experiences (statements of teaching philosophy and methodology; a list of courses taught)
• The names of three referees (including their affiliations and contact information, as well as professional relationship to you)
• Additional materials in support of other competencies should be included as well\

Please email applications to:

Dr. Dale Sorensen, Chair
Department of Music
University of Prince Edward Island
E-mail: dsorensen@upei.ca

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.

Review of applications will begin on June 27, 2023; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.