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Job Posting Location:
Claremont, CA
Job Posting Title:
Lecturer in Music
Job Description:
ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Pomona College is seeking a lecturer to fill a one-semester visiting position in Ethnomusicology in the Music Department for Fall 2026 (late August - December). Candidates should hold the Ph.D. or ABD and show evidence of ethnomusicological research as indicated by scholarly presentations or publications. Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years' relevant teaching experience. The candidate should be committed to working in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. The teaching load consists of two undergraduate courses: "Introduction to World Music" and "Ethnomusicology in Theory, Method, and Practice." Weekly classes fall on Mondays and Wednesdays.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability or potential to teach and mentor exceptional students of diverse backgrounds-utilizing pedagogical practices that are rigorous, inclusive, and which promote academic equity.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education--Required:
Ph.D. in hand by July 1, 2026 preferred
ABD welcome to apply
Teaching Experience--Preferred:
Two years relevant teaching experience
TO APPLY:
Upload a single PDF document (up to 5MB) that includes a curriculum vitae and a detailed cover letter. You will also provide the names of three references.
We will begin considering applications as of March 19, 2026, and will continue the search process until the position has been filled. Candidates whose applications advance to the next stage will hear from the committee in late March and may be invited to give a sample lecture in early April.
Please note: Employment is contingent upon providing proof of the legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 for the duration of the contract, August 1, 2026 until December 31, 2026. Moving expenses are not available. The salary for this role is $20,000.
As an equal opportunity workplace, Pomona College is committed to fairness regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, ability, gender identity or Veteran status. Through its Strategic Vision, Pomona College remains steadfast in its goal of creating workplace environments where all can flourish. The department welcomes applications from scholars who are ready to contribute to providing equitable access to education and expanding opportunities in the liberal arts and natural sciences.
REQUIREMENTS: Instruction begins on Monday, August 31, 2026. After submitting proof of work authorization and completing onboarding, lecturers are expected to prepare for their classes and attend the New Faculty Orientation, held in the weeks before classes start. This non-tenure-track position is instructional and does not require student advising, faculty service or participation in faculty governance.
ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the College will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.