Research Professor appointments in music are made in two ways:
Through a search conducted by a committee drawn from GKSOM faculty, advisory to the Director.
Through application to the Director by a faculty member already serving in a contingent appointment.
Criteria: The possession of the generally accepted terminal degree in the candidate’s specific discipline within the general subject of Music; or equivalent professional experience, as determined by the GKSOM.
Term of appointment: contracts may be written for a period of 1 to 3 years (or in exceptional cases, for longer terms), and are renewable (or not).