Adjunct Faculty, Trombone

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University in Macon, GA invites applications for an adjunct trombone faculty position within the Townsend School of Music. The appointment is open until filled and begins January 2027.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate trombone studios (3–8 students), coordinate schedules, recruit students, attend juries and degree recitals, and contribute to a collegial studio environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in music required.
• Evidence of high quality, sustained performance and creative activity.
• Record of success teaching undergraduate musicians and success of recruiting.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate trombone studios (3–8 students) with 30–60 minute lessons.
• Attend brass juries at the end of each semester, recital hearings and degree recitals.
• Recruit and retain an outstanding studio of trombone majors, minors, and ensemble members.

Education

Master's degree in music

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Trombone
Mercer University in Macon, GA

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Music
Adjunct Faculty, Trombone

Application Due: Open Until Filled; Priority application deadline is Nov. 20; Job will begin in January, 2027

Position Summary

The Townsend School of Music at Mercer University is searching for a trombone adjunct. This person would instruct students in applied trombone lessons and trombone studio, coordinate schedules, communicate effectively, encourage studio camaraderie through weekly lessons and studio time, and engage students in the teaching/learning process. They would structure etudes, exercises, and repertoire to meet short and long-term curricular goals. They would help with recruitment in their applied area.

Mission Statement of the Townsend School of Music

The Townsend School of Music fosters excellence in musical learning within the context of a comprehensive university environment. Undergraduate and graduate studies prepare musicians for careers in performance, music education, sacred music, and music scholarship.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach an undergraduate and graduate trombone studio ranging from 3-8 students, within-person/weekly lessons of 30-60 minutes (30 minutes for minors/ensemble scholarship students, an hour for majors)
• Attend brass juries at the end of each semester, recital hearings, and degree recitals
• Recruit and retain an outstanding studio of trombone majors, minors, and ensemble members

Qualifications

• Master's degree in music required
• Evidence of high quality, sustained performance and creative activity
• Record of success teaching undergraduate musicians and success of recruiting

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