Part-Time Lecturer in Music Therapy

Department:

Academic & Professional Studies - JM

Location:

Belknap Campus

Time Type:

Part time

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Job Req ID:

R108823

Position Description:

The University of Louisville School of Music seeks an outstanding candidate to serve as Lecturer in Music Therapy to begin by August 1, 2026. This is a 5-month part-time faculty position that will hold the rank of part-time lecturer.

Core duties will include teaching and supervising music therapy practicum courses.

Practicum courses provide supervised clinical experiences that allow students to apply music therapy principles and practices in assigned settings. Students participate in weekly clinical placements and engage in the development of professional competencies, including assessment, treatment planning, session leadership, documentation, musical skill application, and clinical decision-making.

The practicum instructor provides supervision, meets regularly with students to support professional growth, evaluates student progress, facilitates reflective learning, and ensures the integration of academic knowledge with clinical practice.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in music therapy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

• Current certification as a Music Therapist–Board Certified (MT-BC)

• Clinical experience as a practicing music therapist

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise students

Application Procedures:

Application materials should include:

• Cover letter describing your qualifications for the position

• Curriculum vitae or resume in PDF format

• Complete contact information (address, phone, and email) for three professional references

Additional materials may be requested at a later date. For full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by 11:59 p.m. on July 13, 2026.

About the City and the University of Louisville School of Music:

Louisville is a progressive community of around 620,000 people with a robust economy, a vibrant arts scene, a nationally ranked public school system, and a rich history infused with southern hospitality. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, the largest city of Kentucky boasts a cost of living that is substantially lower than the national average, with a broad range of affordable housing options from high-rise apartments and historic Victorian homes to suburban communities and rural farms.

The University of Louisville is Kentucky's premier, nationally recognized metropolitan research university. The School of Music, a fully accredited member of NASM since 1938, is a member of the Kentucky state system of higher education. UofL has experienced steady growth with a current enrollment of 23,000 students, 360 of whom are enrolled in the School of Music in both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

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Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.