Violin – Tenure-Track Professor & Studio Leader

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University School of Music invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Violin to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate, masters, and doctoral violin lessons, contribute to violin performance and pedagogy courses, and participate in recruiting and community outreach.

The role emphasizes artistic excellence, collaboration, and engagement with students, faculty, and the Shenandoah Valley community in a vibrant School of Music

Qualifications

• Doctorate in violin performance or ABD with anticipated completion before Aug 10, 2027.
• Record of exceptional teaching of applied violin.
• Ability to recruit, mentor, and sustain a thriving violin studio.
• Demonstrated artistic achievement with potential for national/international recognition.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate, masters, and doctoral applied violin lessons; courses in violin performance and pedagogy.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate research and writing; engage in scholarly/creative activities; recruit students.
• Engage with community through performances, masterclasses, workshops, outreach; collaborate with colleagues, students, and partners.

Skills

Applied violin teaching

Violin studio mentoring

Recruiting

Artistic achievement

Education

Doctorate in violin performance

ABD acceptable

Job description

James Madison University School of Music invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Violin to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate, masters, and doctoral violin lessons, contribute to violin performance and pedagogy courses, and participate in recruiting and community outreach.

The role emphasizes artistic excellence, collaboration, and engagement with students, faculty, and the Shenandoah Valley community in a vibrant School of Music