Adjunct Instructor of Music Theory

DescriptionThe School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for an adjunct Instructor of Music Theory, starting in the Fall 2026 semester. We seek a colleague to teach any or all of the following: core undergraduate theory, special topics, or upper-level Music Theory courses in their areas of qualification. Expected course load is 1-2 courses per semester.About the programFounded in 1912, CMU's School of Music offers Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Music degrees in instrumental, piano, and vocal performance and composition; a Bachelor of Fine Arts in electronic music; and a Master of Music in collaborative piano. In collaboration with the School of Computer Science and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, the School also offers both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Music and Technology. With 42 full-time faculty, 55 part-time faculty (including 22 from the Grammy Award-winning Pittsburgh Symphony), and 13 administrative and technical staff, Carnegie Mellon's School of Music blends the one-on-one conservatory model of musical mentorship with the resources and research capacities of an R1 university. Carnegie Mellon is renowned for its interdisciplinary work, including but not limited to the areas of arts and technology, machine learning, AI, and new media.QualificationsThe successful candidate will possess a master's degree or higher, or equivalent experience, and have experience teaching Music Theory at the university or conservatory level.Application InstructionsApplication materials should include: Cover letter CV List of 5 professional references. Sample syllabi, indicating whether the course has been offered. Evidence of record of successful teaching experience. Questions can be directed to John Ito, Associate Professor of Music Theory and Chair of Music, Culture, and Inquiry Division: .Equal Employment Opportunity StatementCarnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.

Created: 2026-03-04