Assistant, Associate Professor, Piano, Tenure-Track, UC College-Conservatory of Music

University of Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

32d•$67,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks an experienced performing artist and educator for a full-time tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor appointment in Piano, intended to begin August 15, 2026. Initial appointment is three (3) years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment. CCM's piano department is a highly collaborative, multi-dimensional area of the Keyboard Division, offering BM, MM, Artist Diploma, and DMA degree programs. CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance its current offerings with candidates who have research or performance interests in a related field reflective of the future job market. This could include but is not limited to areas such as community engagement, music entrepreneurship, music leadership, music technology, pedagogy, chamber music, or diverse repertoire.

Requirements

A Master's Degree in Music or related field.
Two (2) years of professional experience in piano. Such experience must encompass two (2) years of professional performance experience as well as two (2) academic years of professional teaching experience, which can, but need not, be contemporaneous to the professional performance experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as piano teacher-in-residence
Teach undergraduate and graduate applied piano lessons
Teach weekly piano studio classes
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chamber music, arts entrepreneurship, piano literature, and/or areas reflecting candidate's expertise
Recruit and retain students of exceptional promise
Contribute to community and outreach programs as part of CCM's broader educational and cultural mission
Advise doctoral students on capstone projects, theses, dissertations, and/or lecture recitals
Engage in entrepreneurial initiatives within the performing arts space.
Maintain robust regional, national, and international visibility through solo, chamber, and/or orchestral performances, teaching, and/or research
Serve the college and university community through activities such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentorship of students
Model professionalism, collegiality, integrity, and a commitment to fostering a respectful and supportive academic and artistic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary range for Assistant Professor, $67,000 - $73,000; Associate Professor, $73,000 - $80,000, based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities