Academic Musician

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as an Assistant Professor in Composition at Durham University. As a key member of our Department of Music, you will contribute to high-quality teaching and curriculum development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching and Curriculum Development
  • Deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels.
  • Contribute to ongoing curriculum development, demonstrating innovation in educational practice to enhance the quality of the educational environment.
• Pedagogic Activity
  • Engage in pedagogic activity at Departmental level that supports a high-quality, academic professional community of practice within the Department and beyond.
• Research and Scholarship
  • Engage in scholarship related to pedagogy, with a focus on developing internationally excellent pedagogy and teaching practices.
• Departmental Contributions
  • Contribute to the Department's ongoing efforts to address challenges relating to gender equality, race, and decolonisation.
  • Engage in and enhance the values of the Department, committing to its vibrant and international postgraduate culture.

Requirements

• Teaching Excellence
  • Demonstrate teaching excellence in the field of Composition, as well as expertise in the areas of Historical stylistic composition (pastiche) and Performance.
• Expertise
  • Have expertise in the areas of Historical stylistic composition (pastiche) and Performance, with the ability to teach students to an exceptional standard.
• University Values
  • Commit to the University's values of equality, diversity, and inclusion, and contribute to ongoing initiatives and conversations to further these principles.

About Durham University

Durham University is a world-class research-intensive university that is committed to delivering high-quality education and research. We are a vibrant and inclusive community that values diversity and promotes equality, and we are seeking a talented individual who shares our values and is committed to making a positive impact.