Assistant Professor
- Employer
- The University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
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Working Title:Assistant Professor
Department:Glenn Korff School of Music-1032
Requisition Number:F_260133
Posting Open Date:10/29/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):01/04/2027
Open Until Filled:Yes
Description of Work:Position SummaryThe Glenn Korff School of Music at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an Assistant Professor of Music in Trumpet/Instrumental Music Education. This tenure-line position will sustain excellence in applied trumpet instruction, student recruitment and mentoring, and instrumental music education at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The successful candidate will maintain an active program of performance, scholarship, or other creative activity; contribute to the artistic and academic life of the School; and support brass/percussion-area and ensemble collaboration. The School also values expertise in orchestral, jazz, and commercial traditions, and additional areas aligned with curricular needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Applied Trumpet Instruction and Teaching
- Recruit, teach, and mentor undergraduate and graduate trumpet students.
- Teach applied trumpet, studio class, trumpet literature and pedagogy, and related coursework as appropriate.
- Participate in auditions, juries, recitals, and other student performance activities.
Instrumental Music Education and School Collaboration
- Contribute to instrumental music education instruction and activities, including teaching assigned coursework and supporting the preparation of future music educators.
- Collaborate with colleagues and students across academic programs, ensembles, and related disciplines.
- Contribute to one or more secondary areas consistent with School needs and the candidate’s expertise.
Research/Creative Activity and Service
- Maintain an active profile in trumpet performance, creative activity, scholarship, pedagogy, or professional engagement.
- Participate in School, College, and University service and appropriate professional activities.
AppointmentThis is a tenure-line Assistant Professor appointment with the following approved workload distribution:
- 60% Teaching – Applied trumpet instruction, student mentoring, instrumental music education, and related teaching.
- 30% Research / Creative Activity.
- 10% Service.
About the SchoolThe Glenn Korff School of Music is part of the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The School offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programs in music, supporting advanced study in performance, music education, composition, music theory, and related disciplines. Through academic study, individual instruction, ensemble participation, research, and creative experiences, the School prepares students for professional careers in music, education, research, and the performing arts.
The School’s new Westbrook Music Building provides facilities for music instruction, performance, recording, and production, including an immersive recital hall with advanced spatial audio capabilities. The School supports interdisciplinary collaboration across the College, creating opportunities for students and faculty to connect performance with new creative practices and technologies.Minimum Required Qualifications:
- An earned doctorate or equivalent professional distinction.
- Demonstrated expertise in trumpet performance and pedagogy.
- Evidence of an active performance, research, or creative profile.
- Evidence of successful student recruitment, studio development, and collaboration across brass and percussion programs and ensembles.
- Ability to perform in multiple styles.
- Demonstrated ability to teach instrumental music education coursework and contribute to the preparation of future music educators.
- Ability to contribute to complementary teaching or curricular areas, including chamber music, jazz, commercial music, or music production and technology.
- Collegiate teaching experience with undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Lincoln, NE
Criminal History Background Check Required:No
How to Apply:Click “Apply for this Job,” complete the faculty form, and attach the following materials:
- Letter of interest addressing qualifications specific to the position.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Names and contact information of three references; letters may be requested later.
Selected candidates may be asked to provide performance recordings, teaching materials, or other evidence of professional accomplishments and teaching effectiveness. Interviews and teaching or performance demonstrations may also be required as part of the selection process. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Scott Anderson, scott.anderson@unl.edu
Job Category (old):Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
Job Type:Full-Time
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:No
Planned Hire Date:08/16/2027
Organizational Location:Default Location
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