SCHOOL of MUSIC

MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY OF NEWFOUNDLAND

The lands on which Memorial University’s campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province.

Memorial University’s School of Music invites applications for a 9-month teaching term appointment in piano and piano pedagogy at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on August 1, 2025, with the expectation that the successful candidate will be on campus for the start of Fall classes on September 9, 2025. 

Duties will include instruction in applied piano and piano pedagogy at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and functional keyboard. Other teaching duties, in keeping with the expertise of the successful candidate, may be required. 

Qualifications for the position include a doctorate in a relevant area (completed or ABD) or its equivalent in professional experience at national or international levels, demonstrated excellence as a performer of piano, and a record of successful teaching. 

Memorial University is home to Atlantic Canada’s largest and most comprehensive school of music. At the undergraduate level the School offers Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Joint with Bachelor of Commerce programs with concentrations in performance, musicologies, theory, composition, jazz studies and music education to 150 students from across Canada and around the world. At the graduate level, the School offers M.Mus. programs (conducting, performance, performance/pedagogy) and M.A./Ph.D. programs in ethnomusicology to more than 50 students from across the globe. The School’s faculty of 22 performers, composers, and scholars enjoy international reputations in their fields and are active partners across the province’s vibrant musical, artistic, and cultural communities. For further information regarding the School of Music, please refer to our website,  www.mun.ca/music.

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 19,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John’s, a safe friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities.

To apply, candidates must digitally submit the following:

1. Letter of application
2. Full curriculum vitae
3. Audio or video recordings (unedited videos of recent live performances preferred)
4. Evidence of successful teaching (e.g., video, teaching evaluations, student testimonials)
5. A statement describing commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, Indigenization, and anti-racism, including evidence of the integration of EDI-AR principles in your teaching practice
6. Names and contact information of three referees
7. Academic transcript for the last degree earned

 Additional materials and references may be requested by the search committee at a later date. 

 All application materials must be received by 11:55 p.m. NDT on July 2, 2025.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Karen Bulmer, Dean, School of Music at musicdean@mun.ca 

Memorial University is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including: women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous Peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities. All applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process please contact equity@mun.ca directly, and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Salary for this position is dependent on qualifications and experience in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement with the Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty Association (MUNFA). This position is subject to final budgetary approval.