Assistant Professor of Violin/Viola

Tennessee Technological University; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Music at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Violin/Viola, beginning August 2027. You will teach Applied Violin and Viola, and run string pedagogy courses and String Methods.

You will also supervise the Tennessee Tech String Project, coach chamber groups, perform as Concertmaster with the Bryan Symphony Orchestra, and recruit students while supporting university service and outreach.

Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Music required (ABD may be considered).
• Evidence of excellence as a performer and teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach Applied Violin and Viola to develop concert-ready technique.
• Teach string pedagogy courses and String Methods for pedagogy students.
• Supervise/teach in the Tennessee Tech String Project and coach string chamber groups.
• Perform as Concertmaster with the Bryan Symphony Orchestra and assist with string sectionals.
• Actively recruit violin/viola students and build relations with K-12 music teachers.
• Contribute to university service and outreach as part of duties.

Skills

Violin/Viola teaching

Recruiting high-level students

Chamber music coaching

Professional performer experience

Education

Doctorate in Music

Job description

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

Screening of applications begins on November 2, 2026; open until filled. Questions should be directed to Dr.Justin [e-mail].

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.