Commercial Music Lecturer (Central Michigan University)

National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc.
Jan 24
2 min read

Central Michigan University School of Music seeks a Lecturer in Commercial Music. This is a full-time, 9-month, fixed-term appointment, which may be renewable. Duties include: teach courses as assigned in commercial music and related areas of expertise including ‘pop’ or commercial music ensemble; assist with the development of coursework in the commercial music degree; additional duties including participating on joint interdepartmental Commercial Music Council may be assigned in accordance with areas of expertise and in consultation with the Director of the School of Music.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate in flute performance (ABD candidates may be considered, provided the degree is conferred by the start date of the appointment), or commensurate professional experience.
Outstanding performance skills as soloist and chamber musician.
Successful college teaching experience.
Ability to teach and collaborate within the field of Woodwind Pedagogy.
Ability to teach courses in flute techniques for music majors, or survey courses of varying genres, including popular and non-Western music.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching music theory fundamentals and aural skills for audio engineers.
Experience teaching class guitar (electric and acoustic).
Experience organizing/coaching/leading student popular music ensembles.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on February 1, 2026, and will continue to accept applications until finalists are selected.

For more information and to apply online, visit: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/44287.

Online applications must include:

Cover Letter - that specifically addresses position qualifications, duties, and includes a brief statement of teaching philosophy. Additionally, please provide links to audio or video work relevant to this position in your cover letter and/or CV. All links must be accessible by direct link (e.g., no further registration is required).
Curriculum Vitae - that provides detailed evidence of successful teaching, work developing commercial music labs, other areas of expertise at the college level.
Diversity Statement - that pertains to experiences navigating inclusion in higher education (upload under "Other Document (1)").
Transcript Copies - of undergraduate and graduate degree transcripts (upload as one document).
List of References - contact information for at least three references who may be contacted and/or asked to submit a letter of recommendation.