Music Theory, Music Production, and Assistant Professor of Music

Assistant Professor of Music
Charleston Southern University

Position Overview

Charleston Southern University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music with expertise in Music Theory and Music Production to begin August 1, 2026. Charleston Southern seeks candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. The candidate selected for this position will teach and coordinate music theory in the Horton School of Music and Performing Arts at Charleston Southern University as well as develop courses and programs in music production.

Key Responsibilities

Teach musicianship and aural skills. Assess incoming students’ musical skills and aptitude. Advise faculty and coordinate offering and population of four levels of musicianship and aural skills sections. Advise faculty on student progress and admission to the School of Music. Work in conjunction with faculty to develop courses and programs in music production and music technology. Supervise and train students in practicum and internship experiences.

Qualifications

This is a tenure track position. The candidate is required to have earned a master’s degree in music, with a minimum of 18 hours in music in hand at time of application. A PhD or DMA in Music with cognate(s) in theory and/or production is preferred. Successful teaching at the collegiate level is also preferred. The successful applicant will provide evidence of excellence in teaching, performing, and scholarly activity.

Application Process

Candidates should complete the online application and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Entering untrue or inaccurate information may result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions or subsequent termination after hire. Review of credentials will begin immediately. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification. For additional information contact Dr. Marshall Forrester, Director of the Horton School of Music and Performing Arts.

About CSU

Located near historic Charleston, South Carolina, Charleston Southern University is a comprehensive institution offering a liberal arts curriculum to over 3,600 students and offers over 60 majors and graduate programs in Education, Business, Criminal Justice, and Nursing. The mission of the University is “promoting academic excellence in a Christian environment,” and the vision is to be a Christian University nationally recognized for integrating faith in learning, leading and serving. Charleston Southern has nationally accredited programs in nursing, business, education, music and athletics, and a budget of approximately $60 million. Affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention, Charleston Southern employs faculty and staff who are professing Christians. For more information about the University, please visit www.charlestonsouthern.edu.

Charleston Southern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Charleston Southern University is a Christian university and tobacco-free campus. We do not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and University-administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may discriminate on the basis of religion in employment. The University has been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets and core values.