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Assistant/Associate Professor of Commercial Music

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

Palm Beach Atlantic University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY
The College of the Arts invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Commercial Music. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in areas such as Pop Rock Lab Ensemble, Jazz Pop Theory, Songwriting, Worship Leadership Practicum, Worship Music Ensemble, Performance Sound and Production, Entrepreneurship in the Arts, Computer Applications in Music, and Applied Lessons. The position requires a strong commitment to the Christian faith, as well as excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is a comprehensive Christian university whose mission is to equip students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction, and serve God boldly, emphasizing moral, spiritual, and intellectual development.
STATUS
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis through December 15, 2026, or until positions are filled.
EDUCATION
Doctorate degree in Commercial Music, Music Technology, Music Industry, Contemporary Music, Music Production, Music Education required, or equivalent experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in music production, songwriting, recording, arranging, music entrepreneurship, and/or contemporary worship leadership.
  • Prior collegiate-level teaching experience, preferred.
  • Active engagement in professional organizations (such as NAMM) and/or ongoing creative and scholarly activity.
  • Commitment to teaching excellence and service to the college, university, and community.
  • Demonstrated Christian commitment and the ability to integrate faith into coursework.
POSITION DETAILS
The position is a full-time position, with a teaching load of 4 courses per semester.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All applications must be submitted through the university's career portal at pba.edu. At least three (3) references should be included within the CV.
About Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, nondenominational Christian university in West Palm Beach, Florida, known for its faith-guided academics and ocean-side location. It offers a liberal arts curriculum with a focus on developing character and promoting spiritual growth. PBA has a main campus in downtown West Palm Beach and an online program.

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