University of Arkansas is hiring: Assistant Professor, Music- Percussion in Dall

Assistant Professor, Music- Percussion

Apply locations UAFS | University of Arkansas Fort Smith

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R0067315

Position Overview

The Department of Music and Theatre at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Music, Percussion. The position reports to the Department Head of Music and Theatre.

Qualifications

Required Education and/or Work Experience: Master’s in Music with significant professional experience. Demonstrate expertise in various areas, including orchestral percussion, contemporary percussion, and drum set.

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience: Doctorate in Music. Demonstrated excellence in collegiate teaching and recruitment. Demonstrated professional profile as a performer and pedagogue. In addition to the various areas of expertise already listed, the successful candidate should demonstrate expertise in world music and understand current trends in music industry and technology.

Summary of Job Duties

• Instruct undergraduate applied percussion lessons.
• Direct the Percussion Ensemble.
• Instruct music education majors in Percussion Methods classes.
• Teach other classes contingent upon the candidate’s expertise, interest, and needs of the department.
• Actively recruit percussion students to the department.
• Be active in scholarly and/or creative activities.
• Be active in service to the university, community, and profession.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to foster teamwork.
• Requires consistent on-time attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in the percussive arts, including orchestral percussion, contemporary percussion, and drum set.
• Understand current trends in the music industry and in music technology.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues, students, staff, and the larger community.
• Basic computing skills.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Adept at using online platforms, including university systems and social media.

Salary Information

Minimum salary of $50,000 per year. Final salary commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please apply by February 28, 2025.

Background Check Requirements

Criminal Background Check and Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) Check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).