Assistant Professor of Music Therapy, Tenure-Track, UC College-Conservatory

Position: Assistant Professor of Music Therapy, Tenure-Track, UC College-Conservatory of
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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks a board-certified music therapist for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Music Therapy, intended to begin August 15, 2026. Initial appointment is three (3) years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment.

CCM is partnering with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine to launch a Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy. Situated in a thriving urban campus at a large R1 institution, this program will be uniquely positioned to take advantage of nationally ranked and respected schools of music and medicine. Students will have access to a thriving college of performing and media arts, a world-renowned music faculty, and a medical college with a strong emphasis on experiential and clinical learning.

The UC Health System and UC Medical Center will provide a center for research, learning, and clinical experience located just a few blocks away from the CCM Village. This advertised position will work with a faculty member in the College of Medicine to develop and deliver the Music Therapy curriculum.

CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire.

This position is not open to H-1B or PERM sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• Teach undergraduate classes in Music Therapy.
• Lead visioning, strategic planning, and development of a new Music Therapy program. Lead continued vision to maintain and grow the program, including the possible addition of a graduate curriculum.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for plan approval to all relevant committees, agencies, and accreditors.
• Collaborate with UC's College of Medicine and the Osher Center for Integrative Health to develop joint music therapy initiatives, research, and programming.
• Recruit and retain students of exceptional promise.
• Contribute to community and outreach programs as part of CCM's broader educational and cultural mission.
• Maintain robust regional, national, and international visibility through research, publications, presentations, and professional engagement.
• Serve the college and university community through activities such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentorship of students

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have:

Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with a minimum of a Master's Degree in Music Therapy.

Minimum of three (3) academic years of professional experience in music therapy, including supervisory, academic, and/or program leadership roles.

Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating music therapy-informed programs across clinical and/or community health settings.

Must be eligible to stand for licensure as a music therapist in the State of Ohio.

Preferred Attributes

An earned doctorate in Music Therapy or a closely related field.

Five (5) academic years of professional experience in music therapy, including supervisory, academic, and/or program leadership roles.

Demonstrated experience developing and teaching curricula at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines with healthcare providers, academic faculty, students, and community organizations.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

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