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Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas, 66045, USA
Listed on 2026-06-23
Listing for:
University of Kansas
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
University Professor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Department
Jazz Commercial Music
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
Teaching (70%)
* Teach up to 16 students each semester in JAZZ 100/121/221-Applied Study in Commercial Voice and/or Commercial Guitar
* Develop (Fall 2026) and teach (Spring 2027) a new 3-credit hour course in Songwriting
* Additional teaching duties may include MUS 280-Introduction to Music Production; JAZZ 409-Jazz and Commercial Music Combos
Research/Creative Activity (20%)
* Establish a research/creative agenda pursuant of artistic growth and an expanding reputation of excellence.
* Participate actively in the cultural and intellectual life of the School and the University.
Service (10%)
* Work cooperatively in support of the School of Music and the University, including service on graduate and faculty committees.
* Collaborate with other members of the faculty.
* Recruit music majors and students pursuing other major area of study.
Req (Ex: 10567 )
33099
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses:
Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civil rights, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.
Conditions of Employment
Contract End Date
Contact Information to Applicants
Professor Daniel Gailey, Chairperson
DGailey
Position Number
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in commercial music or related field of study, or Master's degree in related field.
* A minimum of five years of experience as a professional pop/commercial music singer, guitarist and/or songwriter.
Employee Class
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
FTE
1.0
Preferred Qualifications
* A minimum of two years of experience teaching commercial music and guitar in an individual or group setting, with additional experience teaching songwriting.
Position Overview
The University of Kansas, School of Music seeks to fill a full-time, academic year (nine month), non-tenured commercial voice, guitar and songwriting Lecturer to begin on August 18, 2026. The successful candidate will be surrounded by colleagues who share your passion for artistic expression, educating students, creating professional opportunities in the discipline, and are eager to create new ways for engagement in learning.
Lecturers are instructional members of the faculty and are not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. Primary role is instruction with no obligations to perform research or service. This is a one to three-year academic-year appointment beginning August 18, 2026. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding, as well as performance that meets expectations.
The University of Kansas School of Music is a comprehensive university music school offering professional training in a wide array of specializations through baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degree programs. A charter member of the National Association of Schools of Music (1928), KU is the only institution authorized by the Kansas Board of Regents to grant doctoral degrees in music.
The University of Kansas is a Carnegie Research-Extensive Institution with a student body of over 30,000 students representing every state and more than 113 foreign countries. The University is located in Lawrence, a city with a population exceeding 95,000. The community is known for its support of the arts and education and regularly appears in various "best town" listings.
KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by…
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