Description

The School of Music, Dance, and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks a clinical assistant professor of music therapy for a part-time (50%), benefits eligible, non-tenure track position, beginning in fall 2026. The position is an academic year (nine month) position.

The successful candidate is expected to teach courses in the undergraduate and graduate music therapy curriculum related to program needs and the candidate’s expertise, mentor students through clinical experiences, engage in appropriate service to include the administration of the ASU Music Therapy Clinic. This is an in-person position located on the ASU Tempe campus.

About ASU

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses and multiple innovation hubs that positively impact the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. In 2022, ASU was named a Hispanic-Serving Institution and in 2023, ASU joined the prestigious Association of American Universities. ASU is deeply committed to advancing in innovative ways while sustaining a welcoming, supportive and empowering environment for all members of our community.

About the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts is the largest comprehensive design and arts school in the country located within a dynamic research university focused on transformative change. Built on a unique combination of disciplines, the Herberger Institute comprises six schools: ASU FIDM, the School of Art, the School of Arts, Media and Engineering, The Design School, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, and the School of Music, Dance and Theatre. The Institute also includes the ASU Art Museum and the ASU FIDM Museum. The Herberger Institute is committed to developing and scaling ideas that strengthen the role and impact of designers and artists across all areas of society and culture, and to increasing the capacity of artists and designers to make a difference in their communities. For more information on the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, visit herbergerinstitute.asu.edu.

About the ASU School of Music, Dance and Theatre

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University prepares artists, scholars, visionaries and entrepreneurs to become creative leaders who transform society through their art. Our internationally recognized faculty artists, scholars and guest artists are motivating and compassionate mentors who work with students to cultivate excellence and personal growth. Our nationally recognized programs feature a comprehensive range of degrees plus minors and certificates and more than 600 concerts, events, performances, productions and recitals each year. Located in the culturally rich Southwest in one of the most vibrant, expanding urban centers, our programs afford students access to an inclusive environment and engagement in Phoenix’s flourishing arts community. Above all, we value the creativity, personal experience and voice each student brings to the school

The ASU music therapy curriculum is built on innovative and integrative music theory, research, flexible musicianship, and clinical and community-based applications. We offer the Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy, a two-year Master of Music degree for board-certified music therapists, and a three-year Master of Music degree for students seeking certification plus a master’s degree. We seek a creative, innovative, and community-oriented music therapist with strong musicianship and clinical skills who is interested in preparing the next generations of music therapists.

Our new music therapy clinic opened in August 2024 and consists of eight small treatment rooms and three large treatment rooms. The clinic contains an instrument storage space with a variety of rhythm and melodic instruments for students to use in class and in practicum settings. An observation room is connected to all clinic session rooms, enabling students and supervisors to observe live sessions.

Position Description and Essential Functions:

Our new colleague will oversee the clinical training program, the music therapy clinic, and will teach foundational music therapy classes across the bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The clinical preparation program for students consists of observations, pre-internship practicum experiences, and national roster and university affiliated internships. Clinical training happens in the community as well as in the music therapy clinic on the Tempe campus. Music therapy is thriving in the Tempe area with many music therapists serving as practicum supervisors and internship directors for our students. The clinical assistant professor will work to populate the music therapy clinic, cultivate relationships with area music therapists, build programming and services for the community, and further expand relationships with community partners for student practicum and internship experiences. We are especially interested in applicants who are dedicated to advancing the ASU Charter and realizing ASU’s Design Aspirations.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in music therapy or related field
• MT-BC credential
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, and/or in supervising and mentoring students in practicum or internships
• Meet requirements for undergraduate and graduate faculty and pre-internship supervision as stipulated by the AMTA Standards for Qualifications and Staffing.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to teach and/or supervise effectively at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Varied background in clinical practice as a music therapist, and/or advanced training in a music therapy practice (e.g., Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy, Developmental Music Therapy, Guided Imagery and Music, Music Psychotherapy, Neurologic Music Therapy, Medical Music Therapy, etc.).
• Demonstrated interest in innovative course development and/or creative approaches to teaching.
• Demonstrated experience in clinic administration.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing community partnerships projects.
• Ability to provide instruction in hybrid and online environments.

Please submit the following materials:

• A letter of interest, including a narrative addressing the applicant’s qualifications and ability to fulfill the expectations of the position, in particular: teaching and clinical supervisory experience, clinical administration experience, commitment to innovative teaching, research interests, and goals for the candidate’s prospective work at ASU, including the principles of inclusive excellence consistent with the ASU Charter, Design Aspirations, and the Mission of the School of Music, Dance and Theatre.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• A philosophy statement that addresses mentoring strategy when working with college students.
• Clinical musicianship skills video. Candidates may include recordings of recent creative work examples by submitting a document with live hyperlinks to recordings. For detailed instructions on how to create a document with live hyperlinks, please click here.
• Contact information for three professional references (including the nature of their relationship to applicant).

Application Deadline:

The application deadline is August 5, 2026. Applications for a reserve pool will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.