Assistant Professor Of Practice In Contemporary Guitar

University of Miami

Coral Gables, Florida, US
Not specified (likely on-campus due to teaching responsibilities)
Contemporary guitar pedagogy
Electric and acoustic guitar performance
Songwriting, improvisation, arranging skills
The University of Miami's Frost School of Music is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in Contemporary Guitar for the 2026-27 academic year. The position focuses on teaching contemporary guitar, directing ensembles, and participating in recruitment activities, requiring expertise in popular music pedagogy and proficiency in various music technologies

Job Summary

  • The University of Miami’s Frost School of Music is accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Professional Practice (Non-Tenure Track) position in Contemporary Guitar.
  • Principal duties include teaching Contemporary Guitar instructional lessons, directing live and recording ensembles focused on original music, and teaching sophomore and junior level musicianship skills courses.
  • Applications on or before April 24, 2026 will receive full consideration.

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The University of Miami's Frost School of Music is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in Contemporary Guitar for the 2026-27 academic year. The position focuses on teaching contemporary guitar, directing ensembles, and participating in recruitment activities, requiring expertise in popular music pedagogy and proficiency in various music technologies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Contemporary Guitar pedagogy
  • Electric and Acoustic Guitar performance
  • Songwriting, improvisation, arranging skills
  • Proficient in notation programs
  • Proficient in audio recording and editing
  • Fluency in popular DAWs

Nice-to-have

  • Experience teaching non-traditional musicians
  • Ability to oversee live sound
  • Classroom teaching experience at collegiate level

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or higher in music
  • Equivalent professional experience considered
  • Must have web links to work samples

Work Rights

Not specified

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