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Assistant Professor of Music – Trumpet – 000821

Western Carolina University School of Music invites applicants for an assistant professor, trumpet, on a nine‑month, tenure‑track position. Anticipated start date: August 2026. The primary location is the campus in Cullowhee, NC.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied trumpet lessons to majors and minors across performance, music education, and commercial music degree programs, encompassing a wide range of performance styles.
• Lead weekly studio classes and coach chamber ensembles; assist with large ensembles as appropriate.
• Recruit and retain a high‑quality trumpet studio, including participation in School of Music recruiting events and auditions.
• Coordinate all aspects of the applied trumpet studio, including private instruction, ensemble participation, and student mentoring.
• Contribute to curriculum development, student advising, assessment, and service at the school, college, and university levels.
• Maintain an active professional profile as a performer, scholar, and educator.
• Participate in departmental concerts, juries, festivals, and outreach activities.
• Depending on the candidate’s expertise, additional teaching may include courses in music education methods, core musicianship, music technology, as assigned by the School of Music Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• DMA or PhD in trumpet performance. ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree must be completed prior to the start of the Fall 2026 semester.
• Demonstrated excellence in trumpet teaching and performance indicative of the capacity to excel in fulfillment of the above responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of collegiate teaching experience in applied trumpet.
• Proven expertise as an innovative performer and teacher, fluent in contemporary music and a wide range of trumpet pedagogies, with performance and teaching experience across both Classical and Jazz/Commercial styles.
• Potential for national recognition as a trumpet performer and collaborator in professional and educational settings.
• Evidence of the ability to recruit, retain, and inspire students across multiple areas of interest.
• A commitment to being part of a highly motivated and student‑centered faculty that prioritizes student learning and engagement.

Application Materials

1. Letter of application/cover letter addressing the listed responsibilities and requirements of the position and outlining a vision for teaching an undergraduate studio at a regional comprehensive university.
2. Current CV.
3. Document with links to recordings of live performances within the past 3 years, displaying a variety of repertoire and styles.
4. List of three professional references with complete contact information.
5. Unofficial transcripts showing degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s degree level and higher.

Western Carolina University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.