Part-Time Lecturer, Popular Music Performance - Songwriting

Duties

• Teaching one or more sections of MUSC 255/355/455, Songwriting I, II, and/or III, for majors and non-majors.
• Additional duties such as private songwriting instruction, masterclasses, coaching sessions, or other instructional duties may be assigned, depending on departmental needs and the qualifications of the candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• A record of successful teaching experience at the college level or equivalent.
• Experiential knowledge of current music industry trends, particularly as they pertain to songwriting.
• Documented professional success as a songwriter and/or producer.
• An established track record as an active performer as a singer-songwriter.
• An understanding and application of historic songwriting traditions, styles, and trends.
• Proficiency across multiple instruments.
• Significant collaborative experience with other songwriters, producers, and musicians.
• Knowledge of and fluency in global and international songwriting trends and styles.
• Demonstrate ability to lead a classroom effectively, maintain clear structure, and foster a productive learning environment—including the capacity to manage students with strong creative viewpoints and guide group dynamics with confidence and authority.
• Share a collegiate-level songwriting pedagogy that exhibits songcraft milestones and learning outcomes.

Review of Applications

Review of applications will commence immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

Salary Range

The salary hiring range for this position is $4,900 to $5,400 per 2-unit course section, per semester.

To Apply

Interested candidates must apply through the USC online system. Candidates are asked to provide a curriculum vitae and email addresses for three references. Do not send recordings and other supporting materials unless requested. Materials will not be returned.