Piano Position Job Description TITLE: Assistant Professor of Music (Piano) REPORTS TO: Chair, Department of Music STATUS: Exempt LOCATION: Tahlequah JOB SUMMARY The Department of Music at Northeastern State University is seeking applications for a full-time appointment for Assistant Professor of Music (Piano). We are seeking a dynamic teacher/performer whose educational background, professional performing accomplishments, and pedagogy will assist in recruiting and retaining students to NSU’s Department of Music. The primary responsibility of this position is teaching applied piano lessons in both the classical and jazz idioms; additional teaching duties could include courses such as class piano, general education music courses, and courses in the Jazz and Commercial Music major based on the successful candidate’s background and expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to build a career of first regional and national distinction as a pianist and pedagogue. The ability to recruit and retain a studio of applied piano majors and minors is paramount to this position. Participation in university committees and departmental service through recital hearings, juries, auditions, recruitment, studio class, and other activities is expected. Teach applied piano to undergraduate music majors, minors, and nonmajors Perform with the jazz faculty Mentor and guide students in professional activities Recruit and retain applied piano students (music majors and minors) Engage in meaningful service to the Department of Music, as assigned Collaborate with faculty in the development of the program, curriculum content and pedagogy to ensure the quality of the student experience and student recruitment Required Degree Earned doctorate degree or masters degree with equivalent professional experience in classical or jazz piano performance. Doctoral candidates who are ABD at the time of application will be considered. Minimum Requirements Experience teaching applied piano Prior experience teaching at the collegiate level Experience teaching class piano Performance and teaching expertise in both classical and jazz/commercial genres Ability to recruit, retain, and mentor a studio of piano majors, minors, and nonmajor Preferred Qualifications Preference may be given to applicants with a completed DMA or equivalent advanced degree. Significant career as a professional pianist in both the jazz and classical idioms Significant administrative and leadership skills Pedagogue in the jazz tradition, bebop and related harmonic concepts Required Application Materials To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, links to video recordings of 3 pieces that adequately reflect your strengths in both classical and jazz settings, links to a 30 minute unedited video of the candidate teaching an applied piano lesson or group piano class, 1 page statement of teaching philosophy, and the names/contact information for four professional references.