Assistant Professor, Cello Position Available In Washington, Tennessee

Posting Details
Position Information Job Title Assistant Professor, Cello
Department Music – 21500
Pay Grade 1
Job Category Faculty
Job Summary East Tennessee State University Department of Music seeks a talented cellist with a strong pedagogical background to fill a nine-month, tenure-track assistant professor position. The successful candidate will begin August 2025, and will teach applied cello to undergraduate and graduate students, coach small chamber ensembles, teach string pedagogy and string literature courses to string majors, and teach methods courses in string pedagogy to music education students. Other courses may be assigned based on departmental needs. The successful candidate will also serve as Coordinator of the String Area within the Department of Music. This requires strong organizational skills and an ability to communicate professionally and clearly with colleagues. The individual in this position will perform solo recitals, and collaborate with colleagues and guest artists; recruit and retain high-quality cello students; develop and maintain visibility in the state, region, and nation as a performer and clinician; maintain and expand relationships with private string studios in the region; adjudicate and participate in state, regional, and national music organizations; cultivate positive alumni and community relationships; participate in university committee work, and perform other departmental duties as assigned by the chair. The successful candidate will oversee the distribution of all string area scholarships (for all string instruments).
Though not required, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in the Department’s Pre-College program, providing applied lessons to elementary and secondary students. East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regularly benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs, including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to university facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information.

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//www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ ETSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Disclaimer:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Cello Performance or Cello Pedagogy. ABD is acceptable for application, but the degree must be conferred at time of hire.
Academic teaching or equivalent experience is required. Preferred Qualifications Collegiate/university teaching experience;
Demonstrated success at recruiting university string majors and minors. Salary $55,000
Posting Detail Information Posting Number F00924P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check? No
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No
Open Date 05/06/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes