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Schools with Accepted Offers[]

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University: Name (Current Position [if applicable], DMA-GRANTING INSTITUTION, and year, if known)

Faculty Jobs for 2025[]

Penn State University: Assistant Professor of Piano (Tenure Track)

(Deadline: Review begins August 15, 2024)

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The School of Music in the College of Arts & Architecture at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Piano position starting August 15, 2025.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished performer-teacher with a collaborative mindset and a strong commitment to creative, inclusive teaching practices. An earned doctorate is required.

The College of Arts & Architecture is working to establish a culture of anti-racism and anti-oppression that embraces individual identities, fosters a culture of inclusion, and promotes equity through curricula, values, standards, ideals, policies and practices. The ideal candidate will provide evidence of their experience with, and interest in, contributing to these goals.

For this piano vacancy, please use your cover letter to address the points below. Feel free to define yourself and your creative practice in ways that let us envision the unique qualifications you would bring to the Penn State School of Music experience.

This position requires the candidate to do advanced DMA-level teaching and solid, thoughtful undergraduate pedagogy. A level of scholarship, writing, and mentorship abilities appropriate for doctoral-level committee leadership is required. Instructional duties may include (but are not limited to) studio teaching for majors and non-majors, piano literature courses, collaborative piano, chamber music coaching, and/or other courses in the candidate’s unique areas of expertise.

We seek an applicant who will maintain an active regional, national, and international performance profile, and develop a creative and scholarly agenda appropriate to an R-1 university tenure-track position. The successful candidate will have ideas for cultivating a vibrant, diverse musical population in our School, and has an innovative plan for recruiting undergraduates and graduate students from international, national, state, and local circles. The ability to nurture a supportive studio community is essential. The successful candidate will have a keen sense of responsibility to community outreach and will be willing to make a substantial investment in state and local musical activities. The position requires university service duties appropriate to a tenure-track assistant professor. Address in your cover letter how equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging relate to your research, creative activity, and/or service experience.

Current faculty and administration share an ethic of collegial responsibility and mutual care, so this new hire will receive solid mentoring, professional development, and support.

To apply, upload the following items. Screening of applications will begin on August 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Upon request, candidates should be prepared to submit additional materials documenting teaching effectiveness. A completed doctorate is preferred, however, applicants whose doctorate will be conferred within one year of appointment are encouraged to apply. Questions may be directed to Wanda Hockenberry, Assistant to the Director, wgs1@psu.edu.

Cover letter
CV
Names and contact information for three professional references
Links to 30 minutes of recent performance recordings
A one-page teaching statement on your approaches to pedagogical methods and viewpoints

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:

Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

Texas State University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano (Tenure-Track)[]

(Deadline: Review begins Oct. 25, 2024)

DESCRIPTION:

The School of Music at Texas State University seeks an engaging, creative, collaborative, and dedicated teacher/performer to serve as a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano. Duties begin August 2025.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Teach undergraduate and graduate applied piano, piano literature and pedagogy courses, chamber ensembles, and other topics according to the candidate’s qualifications and needs of the School of Music.
Maintain a record of scholarly/creative activity and make substantive professional contributions to the field of piano performance.
Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and service activities.
Recruit and retain a full studio of undergraduate and graduate piano students.
Possible leadership role with the Texas State International Piano Festival and/or FunKey Piano Project.
Other duties assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY:

Texas State University celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2024, growing from a teacher-preparation institution into a thriving, comprehensive research university. More than 40,000 students explore ideas, create, and collaborate on two campuses in Central Texas, online, and at a new campus in the Mexican city of Santiago de Querétaro. Students come from 227 counties in Texas, 48 states, and 87 countries: 43% are first-generation. A federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution and recipient of the prestigious Seal of Excelencia, Texas State University also is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.

Our vibrant School of Music comprises approximately 575 undergraduate and graduate music majors pursuing degrees in music education, performance (classical, jazz, Latin music), sound recording technology, conducting, composition, musicology, music theory, and opera. Performance ensembles include choirs of various voicings, concert bands, mariachi, salsa, big bands, opera theater, orchestras, percussion, chamber groups, steel pan ensemble, jazz combos, Bobcat Marching Band, Bobcat Basketball Band, Gamelan Lipi Awan, Mysterium for New Music, Rock Ensemble, and Bobcat Country.

The San Marcos campus is situated in the picturesque Hill Country of Central Texas, alongside the crystal-clear waters of Spring Lake—the source of the San Marcos River. Our campus is located midway between Austin and San Antonio, just west of Interstate 35. Natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a flourishing wine industry complement the boundless opportunities for classical, jazz, mariachi, salsa, country, rock, banda, blues, conjunto, bluegrass, and Western swing musicians in Central Texas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant Professor:

Doctorate in piano or related field (must be completed by August 16, 2025) or equivalent professional experience.
Evidence of excellence in solo and collaborative piano performance at the professional or collegiate level.
A record of achievement in scholarly/creative activity and demonstrated potential for further professional growth.
Potential for success in student recruitment.
Experience working with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Associate Professor:

In addition to required qualifications for the Assistant Professor rank:

Minimum six years of full-time university teaching.
A record of teaching, scholarly/creative activities, and service commensurate of tenure at Texas State University.
A sustained record of achievement in scholarly/creative activity resulting in national recognition and stature.
Evidence of success in student recruitment.

To be eligible for hire at the Associate Professor rank, candidate must meet the requirements for that rank as established by the School of Music. The successful applicant will receive the appropriate rank and title based on established university and school standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (All Ranks):

University teaching experience.
National/international stature as a pianist.
Specialization in collaborative piano performance and the training of collaborative pianists.
Demonstrated communication and organizational skills, and an ability to work collaboratively.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered (https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49865).

For full consideration, please submit the following items by October 25, 2024:

Cover letter.
Curriculum vitae.
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Contact information (name, title, mailing address, phone number, and email address) for three references.
Links to a minimum of three performance videos as solo and/or collaborative pianist from the past five years.
Official or unofficial transcripts of the last degree earned or in progress.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for all degree-granting universities.

Vanderbilt University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano (Tenure-Track)[]

(Review begins mid-October 2024)

The Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt tilt U invites applications for a full-time with benefits, tenure-track piano faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate professor of piano, anticipated to begin August 15, 2025. We seek a performer and teacher passionate about the education of undergraduates. The ideal candidate will bring expertise to a broad range of repertoire and demonstrate a keen interest in forward-thinking education of well-rounded 21st-century pianists. We are especially interested in candidates committed to the mentorship of students and the advancement of student professional success. Responsibilities will include teaching private applied piano major lessons and Piano Performance Class, instructing piano minors/elective students, pre-collegiate pianists and coaching chamber music ensembles.

The successful candidate will maintain a professional and creative profile congruent with the expectations of an elite R1 university. Additional responsibilities include student advising, serving on committees as assigned, and other forms of service to the university and profession associated with a tenure-track position.

The role also entails participation in faculty governance and collaboration consistent with a tenure-track university appointment. Such duties include service on recital and university committees, recruiting, and engaging with other Blair School faculty in public performances.

Responsibilities

Teaching applied piano lessons to Blair School of Music piano majors and a curriculum based on experience and needs (collaborative artistry, literature, pedagogy, keyboard skills)
Recruiting excellent pianists and contribute to a shared vision for the piano program at Blair
Raising the profile and visibility of the piano area in the academic and musical community
Administration/coordinator duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree in piano or commensurate professional experience
Demonstrated accomplishment and recognition as a pianist
Evidence of excellence in teaching and mentoring students at the university level
Commitment to and potential for recruiting and maintaining a successful piano studio
The candidate should demonstrate world class musicianship and performance skills, demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the piano repertoire, and possess a clear commitment to diverse and inclusive programming. The candidate should bring an interest and experience in cross-disciplinary initiatives and a commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

A track record of recruiting excellent piano students
National visibility as a performer/teacher
Experience teaching applied piano at the university level

Experience in administration relevant to a university piano area

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Zoom interview on 12/14
12/27 finalists have been scheduled

University of Arizona: Assistant Professor of Music, Piano Pedagogy (Tenure-Track)[]

(Deadline: Review begins Oct. 15, 2024)

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona School of Music invites applications for a full time, tenure-eligible faculty position in Piano Pedagogy at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2025.

The successful candidate will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate curriculum in Piano Pedagogy and Piano Performance, pursue scholarship and creative work within the context of an R1 university music program, and contribute to service within the university and the field at large.

The School of Music is one of the nation’s top comprehensive music programs and home to innovative faculty members who are leaders in the fields of performance, music education, jazz studies, composition, conducting, music theory, musicology, and ethnomusicology. We provide rigorous training to over 300 undergraduate and 150 master’s and doctoral music majors. The School of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Please visit our website for more information about the school and its programs: https://music.arizona.edu.

The Keyboard Area of the University of Arizona School of Music is proud of its long tradition of excellence and its commitment to leading young pianists and organists to realize their potential. Central to the curriculum for all music majors in the Bachelor of Music degrees is the sequential study of piano through piano classes, developing functional keyboard musicianship and technique through activities of improvisation, harmonization, transposition, sight-reading, score-reading, and accompanying. Our graduates can be found sharing their talents in the world’s concert halls, colleges and universities, religious institutions, and private teaching studios. Students drawn from throughout the world are mentored by a diverse and internationally recognized faculty who encourage excellence in performance, innovation in programming, and a spirit of collegiality in the field. Learn more at https://keyboard.music.arizona.edu/.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please visit https://talent.arizona.edu.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide inclusive vision for piano pedagogy in the School of Music
Educate undergraduate and graduate-level students in piano pedagogy
Develop curriculum for a MM and DMA Minor in piano pedagogy, including new graduate-level seminars in piano pedagogy
Lead community outreach initiatives that foster inclusive public engagement
Oversee the group piano curriculum and supervise graduate teaching assistants
Pursue an innovative research agenda in piano pedagogy leading to visibility at the national and international level
Serve on recital and graduate committees
Serve on School/College/University committees
Recruit and mentor students who represent a diverse demographic
Advise UA MTNA Collegiate Chapter
Engage with professional service organizations
Lead and collaborate effectively with colleagues on events including community outreach and engagement, recruiting, hosting of festivals, and auditions
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

D.M.A or Ph.D. in Piano Pedagogy, Piano Performance, or related field (must be completed by the first day of the contract)
Demonstrated success in teaching at the collegiate level and incorporating responsiveness to different needs and strengths of students
Evidence of promising record of research in piano pedagogy

Preferred Qualifications

Earned doctorate specifically in the field of Piano Pedagogy
Experience recruiting, advising, and mentoring graduate students who represent a diverse demographic
Experience in curriculum development, using new pedagogies and classroom strategies to advance learning
Experience in overseeing graduate teaching assistants, establishing an inclusive, productive environment
Active research agenda with viability of national and international visibility

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please submit these required materials electronically with your application:

1. A letter of application identifying how your experiences, expertise and vision meet the qualifications for the position, and how they are relevant to the mission and values of the University of Arizona (1-2 pages)

2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. A statement on your teaching philosophy describing your goals as an educator and pedagogue with examples of effectiveness with students of different backgrounds, prior knowledge, and experience (1-2 pages)

4. PDF with links to 2-3 Teaching Samples such as recordings of group piano, classroom teaching, or lectures; as well as course syllabi or other materials including classroom work samples

5. PDF with links to 2-3 Research/Creative Work samples such as articles, audio/video recordings, or other materials

6. At a later date, three (3) reference letters will be requested of candidates who are selected for an on-campus interview.

*Additional materials may be requested at a later time in the search process.

**Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2024

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

Wartburg College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Piano, 1 year term position[]

TITLE: Visiting Assistant, Titled

START DATE: August 2025

TIMELINE: Applications received by April 15, 2025 will receive full consideration

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful candidates will provide evidence of the following qualifications:

Required

• ABD in piano

• Willingness to support the mission of the college

Preferred

• Completed doctorate

• Candidates who are both active performers and experienced college-level teachers

Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to supporting the success of all students in an educational and work environment and must be willing to support the College's mission and contribute to the strategic plan.

DUTIES:

The successful candidate will fulfill the duties of titled faculty to include:

1. Teach applied piano, piano class

2. Other responsibilities may include: accompanying; teaching in the core music curriculum; teaching in the interdisciplinary general education program. Recruiting and participation in faculty governance is expected

Application Procedure:

Send resume/curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcripts, contact information for three current references, and a letter of application describing your teaching, scholarship, and service experience/interests and how these will support the distinctive mission and institutional learning outcomes of Wartburg College. In the application letter, please address your experience supporting student success. This information should be submitted electronically at Job Openings, "Apply for this Position" Wartburg College. For specific inquiries contact Brian Pfaltzgraff at brian.pfaltzgraff@wartburg.edu. For further information about the college and the city of Waverly, see http://www.wartburg.edu. Information about the Music Department may be found at www.wartburg.edu/music.

Piano 2024-2025

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Recent Activity on Piano Wiki 2024-2025[]

Schools with Accepted Offers[]

Faculty Jobs for 2025[]

Texas State University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano (Tenure-Track)[]

Vanderbilt University: Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano (Tenure-Track)[]

University of Arizona: Assistant Professor of Music, Piano Pedagogy (Tenure-Track)[]

Wartburg College: Visiting Assistant Professor of Piano, 1 year term position[]

Full-time Non-Faculty Jobs for 2025 (Staff Accompanist, etc)[]

Part-time/Adjunct Jobs for 2025[]

Schools with Failed or Canceled Searches[]

General Discussion[]