Adjunct Faculty, Music Theory / Composition (two positions available)

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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Music Theory / Composition (two positions available) Position Number 999972 Position Category School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description

The Department of Music at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for two Adjunct Faculty of Music for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters.

Hofstra University is located on Long Island near New York City (25 miles east of Manhattan), with its wealth of business, entertainment, and cultural opportunities. Our faculty and students have diverse backgrounds, and we welcome diverse applicants. For more information about our graduate programs, our faculty, and our students, applicants are encouraged to visit our PhD and MA programs' websites at https://www.hofstra.edu/music/.

The successful candidates' responsibilities may include:

• Teaching sections of first- and second-year Music Theory (MUS 069, 070A), Ear Training (MUS 061A, 062A, 063, and 064), and Orchestration (MUS 166) for Music Majors.
• Supporting student development in music and musicianship that prepares them for a wide range of further educational and vocational activities including music as a component.
• Supporting students in gaining skills in performing and analyzing music of the common-practice period (1600-1900), with supplemental examples from folk and popular music.
• The successful candidate will be expected to teach 6-8 semester hours.
• Classes are held twice a week or three times a week.
• The duration of each class is 55 minutes.

Qualifications

• Have completed a Master's or PhD, or close to completion, in Music Theory and/or Composition.
• Be a dedicated teacher and active researcher.
• Previous teaching experience is required.

Preferred Quals Summary

• Demonstrated success in teaching undergraduate classes.

Special Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically and include the following:

• Cover letter (including teaching philosophy, and a commentary on how you have contributed or plan to contribute to an inclusive learning community)
• Curriculum vitae

After the initial review, candidates who are selected to proceed to the next stage of review will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation.

For full consideration, initial applications must be received by June 30, 2026, or until filled.

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Francesca Cassio (Chair of the Department of Music) and Dr. Philip Stoecker (Committee Chair).

• Email: Francesca.cassio@hofstra.edu
• Philip.S.Stoecker@hofstra.edu

Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 06/08/2026 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

• Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

Documents needed to apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

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