Tenured Professor of African American Music

4 days ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time
Job Title:

Senior Faculty Position in African American Music

Job Summary:

Harvard University seeks a distinguished scholar and educator to join our faculty as a Tenured Professor of African American Music. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of scholarship in the history, philosophy, or theory of African American music, coupled with practical experience in the creation, performance, or artistic practice in one or more relevant musical traditions.

Responsibilities:
  • Teach three courses over two semesters, at the graduate and undergraduate levels, plus one teaching-equivalent contribution.
  • Contribute to the development of the Department of Music and the Department of African and African American Studies.
  • Engage in public scholarship and community outreach.
Requirements:
  • Doctorate in a relevant field.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching, advising, and research.
  • Strong record of intellectual leadership and impact on the field.
  • Potential to contribute to both departments, to the University, and to the wider scholarly community.
Application Instructions:

Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Teaching/advising statement
  • Service statement
About Harvard University:

Harvard University is a world-renowned institution of higher education, dedicated to advancing knowledge and understanding through teaching and research.



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