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Associate or Full Professor of Music (Audio Engineering)
The Indiana University Jacobs School of Music invites applications for a dynamic and forward-thinking educator with significant expertise in classical music recording and production to join the Music Industry Department as a faculty member specializing in Audio Engineering. The Indiana University Jacobs School of Music combines artistry, pedagogy, and research to prepare its students to fully realize the potential of the expressive arts to change lives and to enrich society.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and teach undergraduate courses in the Audio Engineering major of the Music Production degree. Areas of instructional focus may include:
o Science and physics of sound and core technical audio production skills
o Classical music recording and production
o Modern Studio recording and mixing techniques
o Immersive audio
o Audio mastering
o Live sound reinforcement
o Advanced digital audio workstation (DAW) techniques
- Supervise and mentor Audio Engineering students enrolled in X90 Audio Technical Crew, supporting their involvement in audio production for Jacobs School performances and associated activities
- Remain active in creative activity/research pursuits in the field.
- Foster collaboration with other Indiana University units such as The Media School; Kelley School of Business; and Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering.
- Engage with professional organizations such as the Audio Engineering Society, The Recording Academy, the Society of Professional Audio Recording Studios, ASCAP/BMI/SESAC, etc.
- Student advising, student recruitment, and service on departmental and Jacobs School committees is expected.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates must possess a record of excellence in the recording and production of classical music, accompanied by a comprehensive knowledge of the classical repertoire. Demonstrated expertise in modern studio recording, live sound reinforcement, sound design for visual media, immersive audio production, and studio maintenance is highly desirable. Experience with teaching and curriculum development in a university environment and five or more years of professional experience is required.
The Music Industry Department utilizes Pro Tools as its primary production platform; applicants must demonstrate expertise or a strong commitment to achieving expert-level proficiency in its use.
Bachelor’s degree in audio engineering, music, or a related field required, Master’s degree is preferred, however equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Bachelor’s degree in audio engineering, music, or a related field required, Master’s degree is preferred, however equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank
Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Special Instructions
A complete application consists of a letter of application and curriculum vitae, along with contact information for three professional references. Please do not send audio/video files or other materials unless requested to do so. If you need assistance in completing your application, contact: Cecilia Bass, (812) 855-5541 ceciflem@iu.edu
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.
Deadline: Applications received by February 8, 2026 will be assured full consideration, however the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
For Best Consideration Date
02/08/2026
Expected Start Date
08/01/2026
Posting Number
IU-101442-2025
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