Job Openings

Description:

The Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music invites applications for a tenure-track position, Assistant Professor of Oboe, with appointment starting fall 2026.

Additional Details:

This faculty member will recruit, provide applied instruction to undergraduate and graduate oboe students, teach oboe methods courses (for undergraduate music education majors), and teach oboe pedagogy and literature course(s) (for undergraduate and graduate level music performance majors).

Responsibilities include maintaining an active performance schedule, assisting with outreach and recruiting for the Hayes School of Music, and full participation in the responsibilities of faculty membership (e.g., prospective student and ensemble auditions, advising, curriculum development, and service activities at the University and Hayes School of Music level). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment toward students of diverse musical backgrounds, perspectives, and interests.

Additional responsibilities may include teaching courses in music theory, aural skills, and/or chamber music. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of the Hayes School of Music.

The Hayes School of Music is interested in candidates who have demonstrated commitment to excellence by providing leadership in teaching, scholarly, research, and creative activities, and service, toward building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

In the Hayes School of Music, full-time tenure-eligible or tenured faculty members are expected to teach 24 full-time equivalent hours (FTEs) per academic year. A faculty member may request up to 6 FTEs annually for extensive scholarly or creative activity.