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The Department of Music at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time, 3-year term appointment for the Interim Director of the Computer Music Center (CMC)/Interim Assistant Director of the Sound Art Program at the rank of Lecturer in Discipline beginning July 1, 2026. The primary duties of the Lecturer in Discipline will be to teach four courses per year in computer music and sound studies at both the undergraduate and graduate level and to advise undergraduate theses and MFA Sound Art projects. Other teaching is possible in Supervised Independent Study. The Lecturer in Discipline/Interim Director CMC/Interim Assistant Director Sound Art will also act as a primary pedagogical resource for faculty and students in the Music Department and in the Sound Art/Visual Arts MFA program who are engaging in fields relating to computer music, sound studies, and composition-music/technology. This position is also responsible for supervising and managing a complex array of uniquely configured computer music systems that support undergraduate and graduate course offerings, as well as faculty, students, visiting researchers, and composers. This position supervisors the Interim Assistant Director (CMC) on both administrative and pedagogical matters and oversees adjunct lecturers and graduate student teaching assistants in CMC-related courses.

Computer Music Center (CMC)

The Lecturer in Discipline/Interim Director (CMC)/Interim Assistant Director of the Sound Art Program is directly responsible for the efficient operation of all CMC studios and spaces.  This position uses subject matter expertise as well as experience managing similar functional spaces to assess user needs and present proposals to the Chair of the Department of Music for selection and purchase of appropriate new hardware and software.  Courses taught by the Lecturer in Discipline will also reflect this expertise and experience.

Sound Art Program

The Lecturer in Discipline/Interim Director (CMC)/Interim Assistant Director of the Sound Art Program advises students in the MFA Sound Art program on their projects. The person in this position also supports the Director of the MFA program in Sound Art by coordinating with the Visual Arts Program and the Deans of School of the Arts, to promote and manage the administration and operation of the graduate program in Sound Art and act as a primary point of contact for administrative staff in Music, Visual Arts, and the School of the Arts.

The successful candidate must have a completed PhD or DMA by the time of appointment. The candidate should have specialized knowledge in computer music and sound art studies. Knowledge of ARC, Budget Tool and other Columbia financial systems is highly desirable.

All applications must be made through Columbia University's Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR). Please upload the following required materials: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three referees, and a statement about teaching experience and interests. 

Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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