Assistant Professor of Music Technology and Composition

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts ( UNCSA) stands as one of the nation's premier creative and performing arts institutions. Founded in 1963 as America's first public arts conservatory, UNCSA has earned a reputation for excellence by nurturing the next generation of gifted artists. Through rigorous training, immersive experiences, and a deeply collaborative environment, UNCSA equips emerging creatives with the knowledge, discipline, and inspiration needed to thrive in their fields and lead meaningful lives.

UNCSA plays a vital role in enriching the cultural and economic landscape of North Carolina and beyond. Located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina's renowned "City of Arts and Innovation," UNCSA is situated in a progressive Southern city known for its vibrant downtown, rich arts scene, and welcoming community. As one of 17 distinguished institutions in the University of North Carolina system, the university serves nearly 1,400 students, from high school through graduate-level programs, creating a dynamic and diverse artistic community.

Among its five world-class conservatories, Drama, Dance, Design & Production, Filmmaking, and Music, the School of Music offers a transformative conservatory experience. With 292 students, 30 full-time faculty, and 34 adjunct instructors, the School of Music fosters artistic excellence through intensive individual study, mentorship from dedicated faculty, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a 4,000-square-foot film scoring stage that is large enough to accommodate a 75-piece symphony orchestra as well as an additional recording studio for small recording sessions. Students benefit from more than 200 performances annually, including recitals, concerts, and operas, many of which feature interdisciplinary collaborations with other UNCSA arts schools. This rich performance culture not only hones students' craft but also prepares them to be versatile, confident, and impactful artists in a global creative economy.

The School of Music seeks an individual of creativity, collegiality, and professional accomplishment to teach, mentor, and recruit highly talented students in Music Technology and Composition for Film and Visual Media. The successful candidate will be an accomplished educator and industry practitioner with expertise in music production, recording, composition and media scoring, equipped to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving creative landscape. In addition to teaching courses and applied instruction in music technology, recording, music production, and composition, the candidate will contribute to curricular innovation, oversee key technology and recording resources, and cultivate meaningful connections with industry professionals, guest artists, and alumni. We seek a collaborative colleague who is eager to partner with faculty and students across the School of Music and the university's other arts disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary artistic projects and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will bring versatility, entrepreneurial vision, and a commitment to artistic excellence, helping the School of Music remain at the forefront of music technology, media composition, and emerging creative practices.

Instead of tenure, UNCSA operates on an expanding contract system, building from 3-year to 10-year terms. In addition, there are three ranks for full-time faculty: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. Success in teaching and recruitment, professional creative activity and/or research, and service is evaluated as part of the contract renewal and rank promotion process.

Review of applications will begin December 14, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include:

Do not submit media or supplementary material at this time. Other materials, including links to past work and teaching videos may be requested later.

An EHRA Faculty application is required in order to be considered for a faculty position. Please note, EHRA Faculty applications do not have an employment entry section. Instead, a resume/CV will be required to be uploaded by the applicant, along with any other documents the Department or assigned Search Committee deem relevant for the review process. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process.

The following documents are required to be uploaded with the application;

UNCSA follows the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS) guidelines for faculty credentialing. The successful candidate will be required to submit a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of earned degrees, and/or substantiating documentation of experiential qualifications as a condition of employment.

Pursuant to UNCSA policy, as a condition of employment the University must obtain a criminal background report and determine that the nature and seriousness of any criminal offenses do not render employment with the University inappropriate.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment or retaliation based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.