Tuba Adjunct Applied Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University invites applications for an Adjunct Applied Tuba Professor to begin August 24, 2026. The role involves teaching individualized tuba lessons on campus during daytime hours and co-directing the George Mason University Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble.

The position supports recruitment for the Tuba Studio and contributes to Brass Area activities such as performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries. A Master’s Degree in Music is required, with preference for a Doctorate.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Music required.
• Successful college-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Established reputation as a professional artist with a documented portfolio of live performances.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied tuba during daytime hours on campus.
• Co-direct the Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble.
• Assist with recruitment for the Tuba Studio.
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity awareness

Performance portfolio

Education

Master’s Degree in Music

Doctorate in Music

Job description

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Classification: Adjunct Faculty (matrix)

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

The Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music's mission is to enable every student to find his or her best musical voice; prepare each to fulfill society's need for artistic and innovative musicians, scholars, music educators, and ambassadors for the arts; and graduate each with hope, confidence, and distinction.

The Adjunct Applied Tuba Professor will teach individualized lessons, starting August 24, 2026 and will co-direct the George Mason University Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble.

Responsibilities:

• Teach applied tuba during daytime hours on campus;
• Co-direct the Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble;
• Assist with recruitment for the Tuba Studio; and
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Music required;
• Successful experience teaching at the college level;
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds; and
• Have an established reputation as a professional artist with an documented portfolio of live performances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Music.

Posting Open Date: April 9, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 24, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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