Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Clarinet)

Music Opportunities; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Clarinet). This full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position requires a Doctorate in clarinet performance or equivalent professional experience and demonstrated excellence in performance and college teaching.

The successful candidate will teach Woodwind Pedagogy and clarinet techniques for music education majors, recruit students, engage in scholarly activities, and perform with the

Qualifications

• Doctorate in clarinet performance or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to teach Woodwind Pedagogy and clarinet techniques for music education majors.
• Demonstrated excellence in performance and college teaching.

Responsibilities

• Recruit students for the program.
• Engage in scholarly activities and perform with the faculty Woodwind Quintet.
• Teach Woodwind Pedagogy and clarinet techniques to music education majors.

Skills

Performance skills

Teaching experience

Education

Doctorate in clarinet performance

Job description

# Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Clarinet)Central Michigan University•Mount Pleasant, Michigan, United StatesApply / Visit WebsiteAbout this opportunityThe School of Music is looking for an Assistant Professor of Music specializing in Applied Clarinet for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. Candidates should have a Doctorate in clarinet performance or equivalent professional experience. The successful applicant must demonstrate excellent performance skills, experience in college teaching, and the ability to teach Woodwind Pedagogy and clarinet techniques for music education majors. Responsibilities include recruiting students, engaging in scholarly activities, teaching various courses, and performing with the faculty Woodwind Quintet.Applicants must submit an online application, which should include a cover letter addressing qualifications and teaching philosophy, a detailed CV, a diversity statement regarding inclusion in higher education, transcripts of degrees, a work sample with links to video recordings, and a list of references. The review of applications will start on November 1, 2026, and will continue until finalists are selected. Inquiries can be directed to the Chair of the Clarinet Search Committee at Central Michigan University.DeadlineRolling/OngoingWork settingIn-personLocationMount Pleasant, Michigan, United StatesStart dateAug 23, 2027CompensationNot specifiedCheck the official website for the most current details.Job typeTeachingContract typeFull timeInstrumentsClarinet