Job Title
Adjunct Faculty - Music Theory
Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Department
School of Arts, Media, & Communication
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
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Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
MUSIC - The Department of Music, School of Arts, Media, & Communication, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, is seeking applications for part-time adjunct instructors with positions available as determined by need and funding during the Fall and/or Spring Semesters for the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning by September 1, 2025. Classes to be taught may include two- to three-unit lecture classes in Music Theory (Aural Training, Musicianship, Fundamentals, and Form and Analysis).
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic & Minority Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System, and is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
These courses include, but are not limited to the following:
MUSI 1116 Aural Training I
MUSI 1117 Aural Training II
MUSI 1301 Fundamentals of Music
MUSI 1311 Musicianship I
MUSI 1312 Musicianship II
MUSI 2116 Aural Training III
MUSI 2117 Aural Training IV
MUSI 2311 Musicianship III
MUSI 2312 Musicianship IV
MUSI 3346 Form and Analysis of Tonal Music
These classes are in person only.
APPOINTMENTS FOR ADJUNCT FACULTY ARE BY SEMESTER AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A completed master's degree in music from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated competence in assigned course content area(s).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.
TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index
A completed application will include:
A letter of interest;
Resumé or curriculum vitae;
A list of music courses taught at any college or university, including term and year taught, and the name of the college or university;
Unofficial transcripts from the highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment);
Three professional references, including names and email addresses.
Send all materials to [email protected] (Dr. Mary Thornton, Chair, Department of Music, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi). For full consideration, all other applicant materials must be received by November 1, 2025.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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