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Music

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August 17, 2026

The Department of Music at UMBC seeks an Assistant Professor (full-time, tenure track) in Cello and Contemporary Performance, to begin August 17, 2026. The position is responsible for teaching applied cello chamber music, new music, and improvisation. The individual will be expected to conduct research and creative activity in areas aligned with performance and contemporary music practices as well as perform regularly with the department’s ensemble-in-residence, Ruckus. Active participation in UMBC’s LiveWire festival and other departmental events and initiatives is expected. 

The successful applicant will possess a DMA in Music or a Master’s degree with equivalent performance experience. We welcome candidates who may have expertise in musics of other cultural traditions that reflect the candidate’s areas of interest and abilities. A secondary research area is not required, but may include composition, conducting, or music history or theory. Applicants who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion by way of teaching, performing, publishing, or volunteer experiences are urged to apply.

The applicant should send a current CV; a cover letter detailing qualifications and addressing the candidate’s academic, professional, and teaching preparedness. Additionally, all candidates must submit a separate statement addressing their capacity to respond in pedagogically productive ways to the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds with specific examples. Additional information may be requested at a later date.

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Salary Range: $80,000 - $86,000 commensurate with experience. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

At UMBC, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We would also be happy to address any questions you might have about the application process. For questions, please contact Professor Lisa Cella, Department of Music: cella@umbc.edu.

UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Benefits offered align with type of position and may be prorated based on hours per week.

• Paid Leave
• Tuition Remission
• Medical, Prescription and Dental Insurance
• Retirement plans
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities & much more

See benefits summary for detailed information.

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Our UMBC community redefines excellence in higher education through an inclusive culture that connects innovative teaching and learning, research across disciplines, and civic engagement. We will advance knowledge, economic prosperity, and social justice by welcoming and inspiring inquisitive minds from all backgrounds. The successful candidate will join a department with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence, and will be expected to contribute actively to these efforts (https://diversity.umbc.edu/).

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