Assistant Professor Practice in Musical Theatre Writing

Assistant Professor of the Practice in Musical Theatre Writing

Location: Notre Dame, IN

Open Date:

Start Date: August 2027

The Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) at the University of Notre Dame is seeking a candidate for an appointment as an assistant professor of the practice in musical theatre writing, with a starting date of August 2027. The Department is especially interested in candidates with primary expertise in songwriting and lyric composition, knowledge of various musical styles, including pop idioms, and a commitment to engaging with diverse songwriting traditions.

Candidates must be proficient in and able to train students in music-writing software such as Sibelius, Muse Score, and/or Logic Pro.

• University-level undergraduate teaching (3 courses per semester) in the department's Musical Theatre Minor program, including songwriting, lyric writing, and musical theatre song analysis courses; and elective courses in orchestration and arranging, music direction, or other areas of specialization.
• Potential teaching in the New Works Lab course, advising student capstone projects, and assisting on department Musical Theatre productions.
• Opportunities for collaboration with faculty across departments and with university-wide institutes and the Arts Initiative.

• Must have an MFA in Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Writing, or Music; or a PhD in Music Theory/Composition.
• Demonstrable track record of successful professional musical theatre productions.
• Experience in or demonstrable potential for successful college-level teaching in a liberal arts environment.
• Proficiency and ability to train students in music-writing software such as Sibelius, Muse Score, and/or Logic Pro.

Application is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans and disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

The University also encourages applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.