The School of Music at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Violin/Viola, beginning August 2027.
Duties include (1) teaching Applied Violin and Viola, (2) teaching string pedagogy courses and String Methods, (3) a supervisory/teaching role in the Tennessee Tech String Project, and (4) coaching string chamber groups. Duties also include performing as Concertmaster with the resident professional Bryan Symphony Orchestra and assisting with string sectionals. Additional teaching duties may be assigned depending on departmental needs and the candidate's expertise. The candidate will be expected to actively recruit violin and viola students and build and maintain professional relationships with K-12 school music teachers. In addition, the successful candidate will engage in university service and outreach.
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate in Music required (ABD may be considered) Evidence of excellence as a performer and teacher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a professional performer in solo, orchestral, and chamber settings Experience as a teacher in higher education, in private instruction and/or in the public schools Evidence of success in recruiting/retaining high-level students Experience in Research, Scholarship and/or Creative Activity related to violin/viola/string performance and teaching Potential to develop a regional and national profile as a teacher and performer
To apply, please visit the full job description https://jobs.tntech.edu and electronically upload a letter of application; curriculum vitae; contact information for three references; and copies of transcripts for all degrees (official transcripts of all degrees conferred and/or documentation of educational qualifications will be required upon hire). Written materials should demonstrate effective teaching experience in violin/viola and other areas of specialty as appropriate to the candidate. Candidates will also submit video recordings of at least 20 minutes of unedited, live performances within the past 5 years, demonstrating multiple styles. Candidates shall also submit a video recording under 15 minutes demonstrating applied teaching. These recordings should be submitted as a document with direct links to the recordings from a file sharing platform such as YouTube, Vimeo, Dropbox, or something similar. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Questions should be directed to Dr. Justin Stanley at jstanley@tntech.edu. Screening of applications begins on November 2, 2026; open until filled.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.