Title: Full-Time Temporary Instructor, Music Therapy

Application Review Date: Open Until Filled

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Music Therapy Faculty, full-time temporary instructor position beginning August, 2026. Teach undergraduate and graduate Music Therapy classes within the music therapy program. Manage and supervise graduate and undergraduate clinical experiences. A continuing record of publications, presentations, research, and other appropriate professional activities is expected in addition to recruiting and university service.

Required Qualifications

Master’s in Music Therapy and MT-BC required, doctorate preferred in MT or related field. At least five years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent is required. College teaching experience as well as strong clinical musicianship with keyboard, guitar, voice, and percussion. Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to relate well to a diverse group of students and faculty at the university level are both essential. A commitment to outreach and student recruitment, and versatility to help meet needs within the department based on applicants’ strengths, is anticipated.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Months per Year: 9

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 

Employee Classification: Instructor

Department: Music, Dept of

Salary: per qualifications

Department Contact Name: Ronald Wayne Gallops

Department Contact Phone: 5405210872

Department Contact Email: rgallops@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.