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Assistant Professor of Music, Violin/Viola - 999137 (Fall 2027)

South Central Iowa STEM Region · Nashville, TN · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time

About the Role

Drake University’s Department of Music (School of Fine Arts), an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music, seeks an Assistant Professor of Music, Violin/Viola. The department provides a center for the study and understanding of music that develops students' intellectual, practical, and expressive abilities by emphasizing professional preparation, collaborative learning, critical thinking, and musical communication. We offer big-school opportunities in a small-school environment, and our graduates are well-trained and well-rounded musicians who are highly competitive in a wide range of vocational fields.

Responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate studio violin and viola
  • Teach orchestral excerpts and pedagogy
  • Coach chamber music
  • Serve as an active and visible recruiter
  • Forge strong community ties

Minimum Qualifications

  • Doctorate or ABD required
  • College teaching experience
  • Record of scholarship and recruitment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Doctorate

Application Instructions

Please complete the online application and attach:

  • A cover letter, including contact details for three references
  • CV/Resume
  • A statement about your experience in recruitment as well as supporting the success of students from diverse backgrounds
  • Links to three live video recordings of performances representing a variety of genres and time periods

Please do not attach additional documents at this time. Supplemental documents may be requested or required of semi-finalists and finalists.

Questions

Questions about this position can be directed to the search chair: James Romain, james.romain@drake.edu. Questions about the application process, working at Drake, spouse/partner support, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobs@drake.edu.

Review of Applications

For full consideration, apply by September 1, 2026. The position will remain posted until filled.

Benefits

  • Tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents
  • Participation in two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children
  • Comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts

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