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Adjunct Faculty- Music Industry (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

  • Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus), Alabama, United States, 36265
  • Adjunct

Adjunct Faculty Position

Music Department

Music Industry

Job Summary

The Department of Music at Jacksonville State University (Jax State) invites applications for an adjunct music industry instructor. The successful applicant will teach courses such as music industry history, contemporary issues and trends in the music industry, marketing/entrepreneurship, and arts management. Our department offers undergraduate programs of study in Music Education, Music Industry, Music Performance, and General Music. In addition, the department offers graduate programs in General Music and Music Education. A minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • The successful candidate should have knowledge of the structure of the music industry, knowledge of record labels and music licensing agencies, digital content creation and distribution, and the fundamentals of arts management which includes US copyright law.
  • Necessary skills for a music industry instructor include the ability to analyze industry data and trends, operate production software, interpret contract language and design agreements, coordinate music events and effectively demonstrate how to manage budgets and finances.
  • Teach undergraduate students in the following courses: The History of the Music Industry, Music Licensing & Intellectual Property, Contemporary Issues in the Music Industry, and Arts Management and Concert Production.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of 18 credit hours in the discipline or related field

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in discipline and industry experience in management, production, publishing or marketing

Required Application Documents

  • Cover letter addressing qualifications
  • Teaching philosophy.
  • Curriculum vitae or resume.
  • Contact information for three professional references.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 10,000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career, and personal goals. As an academic institution, it aims to produce broadly educated graduates who are prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values, and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page. 

Academically, Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education.  More than 40 online programs are offered.  The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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