Adjunct Faculty - Music

NU USA Northeastern University

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Oakland, CA Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 7, 2026 Last posted May 7, 2026
Job description

About the Opportunity

Summary and Responsibility

The Department of Music in the College of Arts, Media and Design, Northeastern University seeks adjunct faculty to teach courses on a variety of Music related topics in our Oakland campus. 

Qualifications

PhD is preferred or equivalent professional experience. Previous teaching experience at the college level and a broad knowledge of Humanities is highly desirable.

Please note: applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.
About this role

Summary

Teach music courses at Northeastern University Oakland campus, engaging students in music topics.

Job title

Adjunct Faculty - Music

Experience level

professional experience or PhD preferred

Industry

education

Location requirements

Oakland, CA; onsite teaching role

Salary

The rate per credit is $2,435.76.

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

teaching experiencebroad knowledge of humanities

Preferred skills

PhDcollege teaching experience

Specializations

musichumanities
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Oakland, CA, USA

On-site City