Jacksonville State University
Assistant Professor of Music
Music Education, Instrumental
The Department of Music in Jacksonville State University’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor position.
The David L. Walters Department of Music at Jacksonville State University (Jax State) invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Music Education, Instrumental. Primary duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate instrumental music education courses and supervising practicum and internship students. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative spirit, a strong background in music pedagogy, performance, and curriculum development, as well as a passion for fostering student success in music education settings. The successful candidate should foster partnerships with local/regional P-12 schools and possess or demonstrate potential for an exemplary record of scholarly/creative activity. Other responsibilities based on the successful candidate’s expertise and departmental needs may be assigned. The department offers undergraduate programs of study in Music Education, Music Performance, Music Industry, and General Music. In addition, the department offers graduate programs in General Music and Music Education. A doctorate or ABD in the discipline is required.
Position Requirements
Candidates must hold an earned doctorate relevant to the teaching field, along with a minimum of five years of teaching experience in secondary music education. The selected candidate must also possess a strong record of creative activity and/or scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment. Demonstrated excellence and achievement in musicianship and performance skills are also required.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.
About Jax State
Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 10,000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career, and personal goals. As an academic institution, it aims to produce broadly educated graduates who are prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values, and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.
Academically, Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.
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