The University of California, Davis, seeks to appoint an
Assistant Professor of musicology for a tenure-track position. An
appropriate terminal degree such as Ph.D. or its equivalent is
required. The Department of Music is seeking an individual
possessing outstanding intellectual attainment or promise in both
research and teaching, and strong leadership capabilities. We
welcome applications from all geographic and theoretical or
methodological specialties; those with particular interests in
race and gender studies, early music, popular music,
ecomusicology, and media/sound studies are especially encouraged
to apply. Candidates should demonstrate their capacity to promote
the success of historically underrepresented, first-generation,
and/or marginalized student communities.
The appointee will be expected to teach musicological courses at
the graduate and undergraduate levels (including general
education courses and portions of the music history curriculum),
to direct dissertations, and to accept and fulfill substantial
committee and advising responsibilities. Other possibilities
include participating in the Performance Studies or Cultural
Studies graduate groups and potentially directing an ensemble.
Applications should consist of a letter of application indicating
evidence or promise of distinguished scholarship, teaching, and
service; a curriculum vitae with full bibliographic citations; a
statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of contributions to
diversity; and names and contact information for three
references. Additionally, candidates should submit a sample of
their best written work (article or chapter length).
Applications should be received by November 17, 2023 to assure
full consideration. The position is open until filled. Inquiries
may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Beth E.
Levy, at belevy@ucdavis.edu.
Expected salary range is $91,000 to $111,000, commensurate with
qualifications and previous experience.
The University of California is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to
the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.
