Assistant Professor of Music

About the Appointment: Concordia College (Moorhead, MN) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach private composition lessons, courses in the integrated theory/aural skills core musicianship curriculum, and in music technology.

Primary responsibilities include teaching composition lessons, core music theory and musicianship courses, and courses/experiences in music technology. Additional responsibilities may also include other courses in the candidate’s secondary area(s) of interest, depending on departmental need. The successful candidate will exhibit a collaborative spirit and assume an active role in the recruitment, advising, and retention of music students.

Expectations include maintaining consistent creative activity and contributing service to the college. Successful candidates will aspire to be part of a diverse community that affirms an abundance of identities, experiences, and perspectives in order to imagine, examine, and implement possibilities for individual and communal thriving both inside and outside the Department of Music.

Application Instructions Applications may be submitted online at: https://www.concordiacollege.edu/employment/. In addition to the online application, please submit: cover letter curriculum vitae statement of teaching philosophy (c. 500 words) contact information for three references easily accessible web links to three work samples links to two teaching videos (10-15 minutes each) demonstrating contrasting environments or content (one classroom and one studio lesson preferred) Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2026.

The position will remain open until filled. Questions about the appointment or the application process can be directed to Dr. Doug Harbin, Associate Professor of Music Theory and Composition, at dharbin@cord.edu. About the Department: Concordia College is NASM accredited, and the Music Department enjoys a thriving and growing student population with nearly 200 music majors in music education, performance, and composition, due in part to its excellent reputation throughout the region.

The department is the single largest on campus, with more than 30 faculty and over one-quarter of the entire student body participating in vocal and instrumental lessons and ensembles. Many graduates pursue careers in music education, where the post-graduation employment rate is extremely high, while others pursue graduate degrees at leading national institutions and/or careers in performing or creative activity.