Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) now invites candidates for the position that is expected to be filled in February 2027:

Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Music Performance (Ref: SCC260613)

Job Requirements

Role Summary

The successful candidate will provide academic leadership in musicology, playing a central role in the design, development, and delivery of courses across the historical, cultural, and analytical dimensions of the Music curriculum. The post-holder will be expected to maintain a research profile and to contribute to the collegial and administrative life of the department.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum

• Design and deliver undergraduate courses in musicology, including music history, cultural analysis, and analytical methods
• Provide academic leadership in musicology, contributing to the long-term development and coherence of the Musical Arts programme
• Supervise student independent study, dissertations, and final-year projects in relevant areas
• Participate in the department’s assessment and feedback processes, maintaining high standards of student learning and academic rigour

Research and Scholarship

• Maintain an active and developing research profile in musicology or a closely related field
• Contribute to the department’s and institution’s research culture through publication and engagement with relevant scholarly communities
• Where appropriate, connect research activity to teaching and curriculum development

Administration and Collegial Contribution

• Participate fully in departmental meetings, working groups, and quality assurance processes
• Contribute to student recruitment, open days, and outreach activities
• Support the department’s engagement with the broader institutional, regional, and professional community

Person Specification

Essential

• PhD in Musicology or a closely related discipline
• Experience of undergraduate teaching in musicology or music history
• Ability to teach effectively across the historical, cultural, and analytical dimensions of a music curriculum
• Strong written and spoken English; ability to teach effectively in an English-medium environment
• Evidence of research activity and scholarly publication commensurate with career stage
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, multidisciplinary department

Desirable

• Expertise in Chinese music, whether historical, ethnomusicological, or analytical
• Practical performance experience or expertise, including Chinese music
• Experience in curriculum design and programme development
• Familiarity with liberal arts educational models
• Proficiency in Mandarin
• Experience working in international or cross-cultural academic environments

Benefits and Appointment Terms

Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave, social insurance and commercial insurance. Appointments to these positions will initially be made on a fixed-term contract with mutual agreement.

Closing Date:  Open until filled

All application materials should be submitted in English.

The University reserves the right not to fill these positions, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.