Instructor of Musicology and Music Theatre

The University of South Carolina School of Music is accepting applications for a Professional-Track, Instructor, beginning August 16, 2026. This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching duties will primarily include course in the Music History progressions, as well as specialty courses in Film Music, Music Theatre, and Opera. Additional collaborations are expected in vocal coaching and/or collaborative piano. Participation in student recruitment and other faculty activities is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in Musicology. A minimum of two years teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred. Teaching and/or research in Film Music and Scoring, American Music, and special topics in Opera and Music Theatre preferred.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The University of South Carolina in Columbia, founded in 1801, is the flagship Carnegie Level R1 research institution of a seven-campus, fully accredited, state-supported system. The School of Music is an independent unit on campus and a dynamic leader for music and music education in the United States with a full-time faculty of 59, and a student population of 475.

APPLICATION

Apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204195 . Upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three current letters of recommendation. Additional materials may be solicited at a later date. The search process will continue until the position is filled, but priority screening will begin on or shortly after April 6. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, genetics, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.