Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor, Musicology

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

School of Music

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

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Position Overview

The School of Music at Texas A&M University–Kingsville invites applications for a three‑year Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology position. The successful candidate will be a creative and dedicated pedagogue and scholar who will collaborate with the Musicology Area Coordinator and other music faculty, contributing to the School of Music’s mission of excellence in performance, scholarship, education, and community engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in musicology according to the needs of the School of Music, including courses in the core Western music history sequence, as well as:

  • History of Rock and Roll

  • Explorations in Music History

  • Introduction to Research in Music

  • Musicology Seminar (in an area of the scholar’s expertise)

  • Collegium musicum

  • Additional courses as needed

• Deliver instruction in various formats, including campus and online environments when needed.

• Develop course materials such as syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental expectations.

• Maintain high standards of teaching effectiveness and student engagement.

• Maintain scheduled Student Success hours in accordance with university policies.

Service

• Support student retention in collaboration with the Musicology Coordinator and other faculty.

• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and other service activities.

Professional Growth

• Maintain currency in the field of Musicology

• Engage in professional development opportunities in the musicology field and/or on campus

Other Duties 

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. 

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree in music history or musicology (Ph.D. preferred)

• Demonstrated record of relevant, successful university-level teaching

• Established or emerging research profile

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Musicology

• Experience teaching and designing online synchronous and asynchronous courses

• Ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds

• Interest in or commitment to community engagement or public-facing scholarship

• Record of collegiality and service in professional settings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong foundation in music history pe