Visiting Assistant Professor of Percussion AF7797

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Greenwood School of Music at Oklahoma State University seeks applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Percussion with a start date of August 2026. The Greenwood School of Music seeks a qualified percussionist to teach undergraduate and graduate music majors and non-majors, with instruction spanning classical, jazz, and contemporary styles, coach and direct percussion ensembles and jazz combos, lead weekly studio class, and collaborate with faculty to support student success and ensemble excellence. The successful candidate is expected to engage in service to the unit and their profession, be productive as an artist/scholar, and to promote a welcoming learning environment.

Requirements

• Master's degree in percussion or related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date).
• Evidence of successful applied teaching experience at the university level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and collaborate with students and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D./Ed.D.
• Earned doctorate or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong performance background in both classical and jazz idioms.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate music majors and non-majors, with instruction spanning classical, jazz, and contemporary styles.
• Coach and direct percussion ensembles and jazz combos.
• Lead weekly studio class.
• Collaborate with faculty to support student success and ensemble excellence.
• Engage in service to the unit and their profession.
• Be productive as an artist/scholar.
• Promote a welcoming learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees