Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology

Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology

Position Summary: The Department of Music at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology. Applicants must hold a terminal degree in music (musicology, ethnomusicology, or a related field) by the time of appointment. The appointment begins August 1, 2026. Applications must be received by November 3, 2025.
Appointment begins: August 1, 2026.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach existing undergraduate and graduate courses in music and sound‑centered areas, including musicology, ethnomusicology, world music, music appreciation, music history, and music theory for majors and non‑majors. The candidate will develop new courses, serve on graduate advisory committees, direct master’s theses, and provide dedicated mentorship. The faculty member is expected to sustain an active research agenda, presenting at conferences and publishing peer‑reviewed work.

Collaborative responsibilities include strengthening the graduate program, coordinating the Musicology Colloquium Series, recruiting graduate students, fostering interdisciplinary partnerships especially with Southwest programs, and cultivating strong ties with the local community.

Qualifications: Minimum: terminal degree in music by August 2026; at least two years of college teaching experience; demonstrated record of research and scholarly activity. Preferred: pedagogical excellence, commitment to mentoring diverse students, methodological expertise in ethnographic musicology, clear research agenda focused on Indigenous music and/or sound practices in the U.S. Southwest, language competency in a Southwest language, service experience, and commitment to the mission of serving local and global communities.

Benefits: UNM offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, tuition remission and dependent education programs. For more information, visit the Benefits home page.

Application Instructions: Complete applications must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, service statement, unofficial graduate transcripts, professional references, and three letters of recommendation. Submit through the official UNMJobs site. For inquiries, contact the search committee chair, Ana Alonso‑Minutti (aralonso) or the department chair, Michael Hix (mhix). For application process questions, contact Renu Prinja (rprinja). All applications must be received electronically by November 3, 2025.

The position remains open until filled.

For Best Consideration: Please apply by 11/3/2025. The position will remain open until filled.

UNM is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.