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Assistant Professor of Percussion

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Texas (UNT) College of Music, America’s largest public-university music program, is seeking an Assistant Professor of Percussion. This role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate percussion students, supervising graduate requirements, and contributing to the college's vibrant academic and performance environment. The UNT College of Music is known for its comprehensive accredited degree programs, internationally acclaimed faculty, and extensive annual concert schedule. The university is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes candidates who can contribute to this mission.

Requirements

  • Earned doctoral degree in music.
  • Minimum five years professional performance experience.
  • Demonstrated success teaching at the college/university level.
  • Proven record of attracting, developing, and retaining outstanding students.
  • Artist-level performer of solo and chamber repertoire.

Nice To Haves

  • An established record of professional percussion performance experience.
  • Professional experience as a soloist, chamber musician, and/or orchestral musician.
  • Performance expertise including non-Western styles and percussion instruments.
  • Experience and enthusiasm for commissioning/premiering/recording new works for percussion.

Responsibilities

  • Recruit, retain, and teach an outstanding enrollment of undergraduate and graduate percussion students.
  • Supervise graduate-degree requirements, including graduate committees and doctoral projects/documents.
  • Coach percussion ensembles, percussion techniques, percussion pedagogy and literature classes.
  • Establish and maintain a national/international profile as a performing artist (soloist, chamber musician, orchestral musician, etc.).
  • Participate fully in academic and professional activities, including service assignments, across the campus and the profession.

Benefits

  • Competitive and commensurate compensation based on qualifications, experience, and discipline.
  • ORP Eligible retirement plan.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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