Assistant Professor in Composition

1 week ago


North East, United Kingdom Durham University Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Music Department as an Assistant Professor in Composition. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality teaching and curriculum development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a focus on Composition and related areas.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels, with opportunities to teach more widely within the Department.
  • Engage in pedagogic activity at Departmental level, supporting a high-quality academic professional community of practice.
  • Maintain an active membership and engagement with a professional body.
  • Contribute to ongoing curriculum development, demonstrating innovation in educational practice.
  • Engage in and enhance the values of the Department, including its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Person Specification

Applicants must demonstrate teaching excellence in the field of Composition, as well as expertise in Historical stylistic composition (pastiche) and Performance. The successful candidate will have a PhD (or close to completion) in Composition or a related subject, or equivalent demonstrable practitioner experience and skills.

What We Offer

As a member of our Music Department, you will be part of a vibrant and international community of scholars and researchers. We offer a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, and access to a range of professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

We prefer to receive applications online. Please submit your application, including a one-page statement about selected works, a statement of no more than two pages regarding your aspirations as a Teaching Fellow, and a statement of no more than one page on your approach to equality, diversity, and inclusion.



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