Assistant Professor of Trombone (Tenure-Track)
Public university school of music offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in performance, music education and music therapy
| Employer | Public university school of music offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in performance, music education and music therapy (not named) |
|---|---|
| Location | Twin Cities, MN (Midwest) · On-site |
| Type & level | Full-time · Mid-level |
| Pay | USD 75k–95k base Source: pay range stated in the source posting |
| Visa path | O-1B fit |
| Role family | Traditional Musician / Cultural Performer |
About the role
A university school of music is hiring a tenure-track trombone faculty member on a nine-month academic-year appointment. The person will build a nationally recognized studio and teach students heading into performance, education and therapy careers. The school wants someone with a strong performing record and real interest in global and diasporic music traditions.
What you'll do
- Recruit and maintain a high-level trombone studio, and possibly euphonium, at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Teach applied lessons, lead studio class and coach chamber ensembles
- Develop workshops or courses in a secondary area such as community engagement, composition, technology or career readiness
- Keep up an active professional performance career
- Advise students on academic and career goals
- Take part in faculty governance and community engagement activities
Requirements
- One or more graduate degrees in music, or equivalent professional experience
- Established record as a performing artist and teacher
- Demonstrated ability to recruit and mentor students with varied career goals
- Demonstrated commitment to collaborative music making in different settings
- Strong verbal, written and digital communication skills
Nice to have
- Skills to teach related auxiliary instruments
- Expertise in community engagement, musical creation or entrepreneurship
- Interest in popular music studies, global and diasporic traditions, or music and cultural heritage
- Experience with current and emerging technologies
Pay & benefits
USD 75k–95k base. The posting lists paid holidays, generous time off, tuition benefit programs, low-cost medical, dental and pharmacy plans, flexible spending accounts, HSA contributions, and disability and life insurance.
Pay source: pay range stated in the source posting. Market data, not an offer from O1DMatch.
Visa path
Performing musicians and music faculty often support an O-1B case with major performances, critical reviews, recordings, awards, high-profile engagements and recognition by peers in the field. The posting states no citizenship restriction. A university employer or a U.S. agent can file the petition. Approval depends on the individual's evidence and is not assured.
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