Professor of Practice - Commercial Music

Auburn University Department of Music invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Professor of Practice position in its Commercial Music Program. We seek an accomplished music industry professional to play a central role in a dynamic program that supports the Department of Music and enriches the study of music business and professional practice.

The successful candidate will teach Music Business courses, coordinate the Music Business Minor and Commercial Music Internship programs, serve as a liaison to industry partners and program supporters, and act as an ambassador and recruiter for the Department.

• Teaching courses in music business, branding and promotion, record company operations, popular music history and other possible courses as needed by the department. The candidate will also contribute to ongoing curriculum development and should demonstrate a strong understanding of current and emerging trends in the music industry.
• Mentor students in the Commercial Music major, coordinate the Music Business Minor and oversee Commercial Music internships.
• Teach undergraduate courses in music business, branding and promotion, record company operations, professional development, and popular music history
• Contribute to curriculum development and revision, particularly in music business
• Represent the Commercial Music Program and Department of Music as a national and international ambassador and recruiter while maintaining active professional engagement in the music industry

Auburn is one of the nation’s premier land, sea, and space grant institutions. In U.S. News and World Report, it has been ranked in the top 50 public universities for the last 23 consecutive years. The institution is both highly research-active and committed to maintaining teaching excellence, offering bachelor, master, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. Auburn University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, exciting student life, and the beauty of its campus. It is geographically located in a moderate climate with easy access to both beach and mountain recreational facilities and is situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridor between Atlanta, Georgia and Montgomery, Alabama.