Assistant Professor of Music Theory

Teach courses in the School of Music's two-year theory sequence, which integrates aural and written skills, as well as courses on advanced analysis and counterpoint. When scheduling permits, additional courses may be taught consistent with the applicant's interests and the needs of the School of Music. Maintain an active program of appropriate research activities at national and/or international venues. Serve on committees and perform other services for the University. Provide leadership with respect to curriculum development. Teach an occasional course in the all-university general education program. Doctorate in theory, composition, or theory and composition completed by August 1, 2010. Evidence of scholarly activity in music theory and promise of distinction in the field. Evidence of success as classroom teacher. Keyboard competence. A commitment to working and teaching with colleagues in the School of Music and across the University in a liberal arts environment. Preference given to candidates familiar with computer-assisted instruction, Schenkerian analysis, and post-tonal theory, and who can incorporate such areas as popular music, jazz, and improvisation into the two-year theory sequence. Start Date: August 1, 2010. Letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation (under separate cover) should be sent to:

Mario J. Pelusi, Director

School of Music

Illinois Wesleyan University

P.O. Box 2900

Bloomington, IL 61702-2900

Phone: 309-556-306

Fax: 309-556-3121.

Email: kcook@iwu.edu

Please do not send additional materials (e.g., published work, papers, syllabi, course evaluations, recordings, etc.) unless requested. Screening of applications will begin immediately. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 1, 2009. Illinois Wesleyan, a vibrant academic community of 2,100 students and 160 full-time faculty, is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. Further information about the University and the School of Music can be found by visiting the University’s web site (http://www.iwu.edu), the School of Music’s web site (http://www.iwu.edu/music), and our Jobs Web Page at: http://www.iwu.edu/~iwujobs. The University has adopted a strategic plan that outlines a goal to create a welcoming, inclusive, multi-cultural campus where all community members appreciate and respect the diversity of the nation and the world. Therefore, the University welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to an inclusive environment.