[AMS-announce] JOB: Asst. Professor of Ethnomusicolgy, Univ. of Kentucky

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School of Music, The University of Kentucky 

Announcement of a Faculty Position 

Position:  Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology, tenure-track 

      position beginning August 15, 2008. 

Description/Duties: The School of Music of the University of Kentucky seeks an ethnomusicologist to develop an ethnomusicology and world music program of national distinction.  Position responsibilities include the teaching of graduate courses and seminars, undergraduate surveys, and general education courses; supervising several world music performance ensembles, such as gamelan; and advising graduate theses and dissertations.  While the specific area of expertise is open, a focus in Asian Studies is desirable.  Candidates should demonstrate a record of successful teaching and the potential for active research and publication. 

Qualifications: Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. degree in ethnomusicology by the starting date.   

Compensation: Salary is competitive. Benefits include health and retirement contributions. 

Applications:  Applicants should submit  a cover letter that describes research and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation (all in “hard copy”­no electronic submissions).  Completed applications will be reviewed beginning December 3, 2007.  The search will remain active until the position is filled. 

Application should be addressed to: Professor Ron Pen, Chair

      Ethnomusicology Search Committee
      School of Music
      105 Fine Arts Building
      University of Kentucky
      Lexington, KY 40506-0022 

Located in Lexington, the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass region, the University of Kentucky is a Research I, land-grant institution, and the flagship research institution of the Commonwealth.  The School of Music has 42 full-time faculty, with an enrollment of approximately 260 undergraduate and 150 graduate students.  Recognized as one of nine Areas of Excellence within the University, the School of Music offers baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees in music performance, music education, musicology, and theory/composition.  The School is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music. 

The University of Kentucky is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.  Applications from minority and female candidates are strongly encouraged.