University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Assistant Professor of Bassoon and Chamber Music Job at University of North Caro
University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC, United States, 27412
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
1999
Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Bassoon and Chamber Music
Position Type
Tenure Stream
Position Eclass
FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
UNC Greensboro is a minority serving institution with an undergraduate population of 51% ethnic minority students and 67% female students. The College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. UNC Greensboro is an inclusive learning community with a campus-wide culture that embodies access, equity, diversity, excellence, and collaboration. With an enrollment of more than 18,000 students, including 3,700 graduate students, and 2,800 faculty and staff, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the UNCsystem. UNC Greensboro is in a metropolitan area of more than 1.6 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. UNC Greensboro is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/D/V employer, is strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity, and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran's status, disability, or age. Moreover, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is committed to recruiting and advancing women and minorities at all faculty and staff levels.
Position Summary
The School of Music at UNC-Greensboro welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Bassoon to begin August 1, 2025. We seek an artist/teacher with demonstrated success and/or competence working with students from diverse musical, social, and cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate is a skilled and successful teacher of undergraduate and graduate students and will fulfill duties and responsibilities commensurate with an academic position at a leading institution. Candidates will teach studio bassoon lessons, organize and run mixed chamber ensembles, and provide academic advising to a diverse student body, including first generation and transfer students. Additional areas of teaching and service may be determined depending upon School needs, candidates' individual interests, qualifications, and expertise. The successful candidate will join faculty and staff at a minority-serving institution committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities:
Recruit and teach undergraduate and graduate bassoon students locally, regionally, and nationally. Teach classes that prepare students for a diverse range of careers in music and provide mentorship and career guidance to students; Collaborate within a comprehensive School of Music that places emphasis on flexibility and adaptability; Pursue innovative research and creative activity.
Additional areas of teaching and service may be determined depending on School needs, candidates' individual interests, qualifications, and expertise. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to further the School's commitment to engage with the diversity of musical meanings and practices globally and locally, while forging new paths for themselves and others in a rapidly changing artistic landscape. We are looking for a forward-thinking, creative colleague; a background in community engagement and community building is desirable.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
CV
Cover Letter
One-page Teaching Philosophy
List of Three Professional References giving name, email address and phone number. Links to at least three videos of recent live performances, preferably from the last 5 years.
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department
School of Music - 12611
Job Open Date
12/20/2024
For Best Consideration Date
01/10/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
9
FLSA
Position Information
Position Number
1999
Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Bassoon and Chamber Music
Position Type
Tenure Stream
Position Eclass
FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
UNC Greensboro is a minority serving institution with an undergraduate population of 51% ethnic minority students and 67% female students. The College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. UNC Greensboro is an inclusive learning community with a campus-wide culture that embodies access, equity, diversity, excellence, and collaboration. With an enrollment of more than 18,000 students, including 3,700 graduate students, and 2,800 faculty and staff, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the UNCsystem. UNC Greensboro is in a metropolitan area of more than 1.6 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. UNC Greensboro is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/D/V employer, is strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity, and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran's status, disability, or age. Moreover, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is committed to recruiting and advancing women and minorities at all faculty and staff levels.
Position Summary
The School of Music at UNC-Greensboro welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Bassoon to begin August 1, 2025. We seek an artist/teacher with demonstrated success and/or competence working with students from diverse musical, social, and cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate is a skilled and successful teacher of undergraduate and graduate students and will fulfill duties and responsibilities commensurate with an academic position at a leading institution. Candidates will teach studio bassoon lessons, organize and run mixed chamber ensembles, and provide academic advising to a diverse student body, including first generation and transfer students. Additional areas of teaching and service may be determined depending upon School needs, candidates' individual interests, qualifications, and expertise. The successful candidate will join faculty and staff at a minority-serving institution committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities:
Recruit and teach undergraduate and graduate bassoon students locally, regionally, and nationally. Teach classes that prepare students for a diverse range of careers in music and provide mentorship and career guidance to students; Collaborate within a comprehensive School of Music that places emphasis on flexibility and adaptability; Pursue innovative research and creative activity.
Additional areas of teaching and service may be determined depending on School needs, candidates' individual interests, qualifications, and expertise. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to further the School's commitment to engage with the diversity of musical meanings and practices globally and locally, while forging new paths for themselves and others in a rapidly changing artistic landscape. We are looking for a forward-thinking, creative colleague; a background in community engagement and community building is desirable.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree and artistic excellence in bassoon performance and pedagogy, and chamber music and chamber music pedagogy.
- Additional experience in advancing equity and inclusivity in teaching and professional/creative practice and mentoring diverse populations of students.
- We are seeking an artist-scholar with a background in performing, coaching, and mentoring students in a variety of chamber ensembles, emphasizing diverse literature and genres.
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal music degree or equivalent professional experience; Demonstrated success in teaching graduate students and demonstrated commitment to professional service.
- An active, engaged performer is preferred.
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
CV
Cover Letter
One-page Teaching Philosophy
List of Three Professional References giving name, email address and phone number. Links to at least three videos of recent live performances, preferably from the last 5 years.
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department
School of Music - 12611
Job Open Date
12/20/2024
For Best Consideration Date
01/10/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
9
FLSA