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Department of Music Research: Composition

The Department of Music Research invites applications for a tenure track position in composition at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in Fall 2027. Applications at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered for exceptional candidates.

We are looking for the following elements in the composer's profile:

• Demonstrated expertise in notated composition within Western art/concert music traditions, supported by strong compositional craft and knowledge of relevant techniques, idioms and forms;

• A thorough knowledge of the aesthetics, historical trends, and repertoire relevant to contemporary composition in the 21st century;

• A composition portfolio that demonstrates a strong musical personality;

• Evidence of significant creative activity and international profile, appropriate to career stage;

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing, including in scholarly, artistic and pedagogical contexts;

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, advising and mentorship of diverse student cohorts;

• A desire to be involved in the development of the local and national contemporary creative community;

• Interest in curricular innovation and in shaping the future of composition, research-creation, and contemporary music study at McGill;

• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and artistic perspectives.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Candidates should have a doctoral degree in composition (ABD considered; completion required by the end of 2026) or equivalent international professional experience, and a strong record of compositions and performances commensurate with their career stage. Teaching will include composition tutorials, undergraduate courses, and graduate seminars. Candidates will be expected to contribute to service activities within the Composition Area, in the Schulich School of Music and more broadly at McGill University.

Faculty/Department/Unit:
Schulich School of Music / Department of Music Research

Job Type:
Tenure-track

Rank:
Assistant Professor

Salary:
Salary is negotiable, according to qualifications and experience. The position is subject to final budgetary approval. English is the language of instruction at McGill but a working knowledge of French is a major asset.

Required Documents:

Applicants should submit the following items using McGill0s platform, Workday (see http://www.mcgill.ca/music/about-us/employment for instructions and links to apply). Further inquiries

• Cover letter describing the candidate0s qualifications for the position and commitment to the excellence of the Composition area

• Full Curriculum vitae

• Statement of research interests, professional activities, compositional interests, and recent accomplishments (max. 1 page)

• A complete list of compositions

• A statement on teaching (max. 1 page)

• A list of active, accessible and stable links to three illustrative works with relevant support material (scores, recordings, videos, documentation)

• Relevant academic publications and teaching materials are welcome as supportive materials (max. 2 items)

• Contact information for three referees

For submitted creative portfolio materials, applicants should disclose any substantial use of generative AI in the creation or realization of music, scores, recordings, images, video, or other work, with a brief
description of its role where relevant. Applicants are encouraged to describe how equity, diversity and inclusion inform their teaching, research, and professional practice within the relevant statements above.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Those received by 12 October 2026 will be given full consideration. A first set of selected candidates will be interviewed online in November 2026. Short-listed candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview in January or February 2027 that will include a public lecture, teaching demonstration, and meetings with the Dean, colleagues, students, and members of the search committee. Salary is negotiable,

according to qualifications and experience. The position is subject to final budgetary approval. English is the language of instruction at McGill, but a working knowledge of French is a major asset.

All internal applicants (current, active employees only), please find McGill0s application manual found here:

* English:

* French:

All external applicants (including former employees), please find McGill0s application manual found here (English only):

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.