Instructor of Music (Graduate Music History)

Position Title: 

Instructor of Music (Graduate Music History)

Compensation:

$3,000-$9,000

Department:

School of Music - Temp

Start Date:

01/11/2027

About this opportunity: 

Ball State is seeking to hire one adjunct to teach a graduate music history course in the Spring 2027 semester .

Qualifying candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring: 

Position Description:

Ball State is seeking to hire one adjunct to teach a graduate music history course in the Spring 2027 semester . This course will meet one time per week on campus for 3 hours, likely during the early evening, or during the day. However, a live zoom might be possible. The instructor will propose a topic. The enrollment in the course will not exceed 15.

Qualifications:

A doctorate in music history/musicology

Review of applications will start: 10/1/2026

How to apply: 

Interested instructors should contact Dr. Heather Platt, Area Coordinator for Music History, hplatt@bsu.edu, for information about the position.

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Required Documents:

Cover letter

Resume

Three references should be provided