University Lecturer in Music Theory at the Malmö Academy of Music

The position is 50 percent with placement in the Music Programs.

The employment is permanent with a start date of August 15, 2026.

Teaching assessments and interviews are planned to take place during week 16.

Responsibilities

• Teaching music theory subjects (primarily ear training, harmony, and music theory) at both undergraduate and advanced levels.
• Participate in the artistic and pedagogical development work of the music programs, including work in subject collegiums, jury work during admission tests, and participation in examinations, evaluations, and follow-ups.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a music academy or another higher education institution in music.
• Extensive and ongoing artistic activity at a high level.
• Pedagogical training and documented experience in teaching music theory with a focus on Western art music.
• Documented experience of teaching in the subject area at a music academy.
• Experience in administrative tasks relevant to the position.
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

For the position, a higher education pedagogical training of at least five weeks is also required, or equivalent knowledge obtained in another way. If there are special reasons, the appointed person may complete the training during the first two years of employment.

Assessment Criteria

• Very good subject knowledge with clear relevance to the content of the position and the tasks involved.
• Good pedagogical ability – which means a good ability to conduct, develop, and lead teaching and other pedagogical activities at various levels and with varying teaching methods.
• Great emphasis is placed on well-documented high-level artistic practice.
• Good ability to spread engagement and interest in the subject area of the position and the ability to engage and inspire students in their own learning.
• Good ability to plan, structure, and carry out education at a high level.
• Good ability to collaborate with the surrounding cultural life.
• An active, broad, and versatile musicianship is seen as an asset.

In assessing the applicant, consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills and how the applicant's experience and competence are expected to complement and strengthen the subject areas within the department.

Application Instructions

When applying, please use this link (https://lu.box.com/s/zs2tw55y2gqg15w5rqav2sxw0ol6sxu7). Upload your documents as PDF files in the recruitment system.

The university applies individual salary setting. Please state your salary expectations in your application.

The Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts in Malmö is one of eight faculties within Lund University and consists of the Academy of Fine Arts, the Academy of Music, and the Academy of Theatre, as well as the Inter Arts Center. The Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts offers bachelor's, master's, and master's programs in fine arts, music, and theatre, as well as a number of courses of varying scope. It also conducts doctoral education and research with an artistic focus and in music pedagogy.

At the Malmö Academy of Music, musicians, church musicians, composers/arrangers, and music teachers are trained. Additionally, doctoral education in music pedagogy and artistic research in music is offered, along with independent courses. The Academy collaborates with the surrounding music and cultural community. The Academy of Music is a relatively large workplace with about 200 employees and over 1000 students, offering a creative and stimulating environment with high artistic and pedagogical goals. The dynamic knowledge environment at the institution provides students with good opportunities to develop into competent and independent musicians, educators, and researchers. The Malmö Academy of Music has a clear international profile with a broad international network.

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