Professional-Track Instructor of Guitar at InsideHigherEd

Logo:Posting Number:FAC00175PO25Advertised Title:Professional-Track Instructor of GuitarCampus:ColumbiaCollege/Division:School of MusicDepartment:MUS School of MusicAdvertised Salary Range:Commensurate with ExperiencePart/Full Time:Full TimeHours per Week:37.5Position Category:Full-time Equivalent (FTE)Basis :9 monthsWork County:RichlandTenure Information:Professional TrackJob Search Category:FacultyAbout University of South Carolina:From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Advertised Job Summary:Teach applied guitar (undergraduate and graduate), guitar literature, pedagogy, ensemble, and courses in a secondary area of expertise; recruit undergraduate and graduate students; supervise student recitals, doctoral research documents, and guitar graduate assistants teaching lessons and group classes; provide service to the area as assigned, including but not limited to student juries, recitals, comprehensive exams, and document committees; maintain visibility as a performerRequired Education and Experience:Master’s degree in music. Candidates must demonstrate an expertise in a secondary teaching area outside classical guitar performance.Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to candidates with a doctorate in music who have experience teaching and recruiting guitar students at the university level.The School of Music is committed to its 2030 Vision and core values, (https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/music/about/vision_page.php) and to these five themes: 1) pursuing Excellence;2) devotion to Student Success; 3) focusing on producing Music Leaders; 4) emphasizing the preparation of the Musician-Educator; and 5) creating Diversely Skilled Musicians.The School encourages applications from candidates who have interests and abilities that align with these values.Desired Start Date:08/16/2026Job Open Date:09/10/2025Open Until Filled:YesSpecial Instructions to Applicant:Applicants must apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for at least three letters of reference, and links to three recent video and/or audio solo performances. Additional supporting materials should not be provided unless requested.The search process will continue until the position is filled, but priority screening will begin on or shortly after October 17, 2025.Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.Quicklink for Posting:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/194640EEO Statement:The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.