Lecturer in Music Theory/Aural Training

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Job Title:

Lecturer in Music Theory/Aural Training

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Music

Position Overview

The School of Music at The Ohio State University seeks to hire a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer in Music Theory with an emphasis in aural training starting August 15, 2025, eligible for annual contract renewal upon satisfactory performance.

The successful candidate will have a strong record of excellence teaching aural training at the undergraduate level, the ability to implement research-informed pedagogical methods, and ability to teach across a range of musical styles and time periods. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development and oversight of an undergraduate aural training program at Ohio State and will mentor graduate student teachers in research-informed pedagogy.

The School of Music is seeking a collaborative colleague with exemplary communication skills, and the ability to contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the University. The school values diversity and is committed to building a culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive intellectual community.  

Performance Objectives

• Develop, in collaboration with other theory faculty, an aural training curriculum that will meet the diverse needs of undergraduate music students at Ohio State.
• Mentor graduate student instructors in research-informed pedagogy.
• Teach upper-level undergraduate analysis or improvisation courses according to the needs of the music theory area and interests of the candidate.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: PhD in Music Theory or related field, ABD considered. Demonstrated evidence of successful teaching of aural training at the collegiate level. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community in line with Ohio State’s Shared Values.

Desired: Experience in the curricular development of an aural training program and the mentorship of graduate student teachers. A background in improvisation.

How to Apply

A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Additional materials such as an aural training syllabus and a teaching video may be requested at a later date. You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to two documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:  

• Attachment 1: Cover letter that describes the candidate’s vision and experience teaching aural training, as well as potential upper-level analysis and/or improvisation courses the candidate is prepared to teach..
• Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2025 and will continue until the positio