Assistant Professor of Piano

Abilene Christian University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene Christian University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Piano in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will teach applied piano, piano courses, and serve as collaborative pianist for choral ensembles, contributing to academic life through teaching, performance, and recruitment.

The role includes maintaining a scholarly agenda, mentoring students, and participating in service.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in piano performance, piano pedagogy, collaborative piano, or a closely related field; ABD candidates who will complete the degree by the start of the appointment may be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence as a pianist.
• Demonstrated ability to teach applied piano.
• Strong collaborative piano skills.
• Ability to teach undergraduate piano and keyboard courses.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to the values of Christian higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied piano to undergraduate music majors and minors.
• Teach class piano and other courses according to departmental needs and the candidate's areas of expertise.
• Serve as collaborative pianist for university choral ensembles, including rehearsals, performances, auditions, and an annual choir tour.
• Maintain an active program of professional and creative scholarship appropriate to a tenure-track faculty appointment.
• Recruit and retain piano students and participate in departmental recruitment activities.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with faculty and guest artists as appropriate.
• Support the mission of ACU through Christ-centered teaching, service, and mentoring of students.

Job description

Position Announcement

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

The Department of Music at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Piano. The successful candidate will be an accomplished pianist and dedicated teacher who will contribute to the artistic and academic life of the department through applied and classroom teaching, collaborative performance, creative scholarship, recruitment, and service. The primary teaching assignment will include applied piano instruction and courses in piano and related areas as assigned. The position will also include serving as collaborative pianist for university choral ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied piano to undergraduate music majors and minors.
• Teach class piano and other courses according to departmental needs and the candidate's areas of expertise.
• Serve as collaborative pianist for university choral ensembles as assigned, including rehearsals, performances, auditions, and an annual choir tour.
• Maintain an active program of professional and creative scholarship appropriate to a tenure-track faculty appointment.
• Recruit and retain piano students and participate in departmental recruitment activities.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with faculty and guest artists as appropriate.
• Support the mission of ACU through Christ-centered teaching, service, and mentoring of students.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in piano performance, piano pedagogy, collaborative piano, or a closely related field; ABD candidates who will complete the degree by the start of the appointment may be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence as a pianist.
• Demonstrated ability to teach applied piano.
• Strong collaborative piano skills.
• Ability to teach undergraduate piano and keyboard courses.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to the values of Christian higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful college or university teaching experience.
• Experience teaching class piano and/or piano pedagogy.
• Experience accompanying choral ensembles.
• Record of professional performance and creative activity.
• Experience recruiting and mentoring undergraduate music students.

About ACU

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.

Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Applications will be reviewed until October 16.

Questions?

Contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 325-674-2359.