Find & Apply For Musician / Singer Jobs in Kirksville, Missouri

The Truman State University Department of Music invites applications for the position of Staff Collaborative Pianist. This is a nine-month, renewable, benefits-eligible position to begin in 2026 at the successful candidate's earliest availability. Collaborate with vocal and instrumental students in lessons, juries, and recitals. Collaborate with faculty and guest artists in performances. Support ensemble performances as needed. Other related duties as assigned.

The University :

Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 3,500 students who make up its student body are well prepared for the challenging academics in a supportive environment. More than 25% engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Nearly 40% gain leadership experience, and nearly half plan to go on to graduate or professional school. Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state's public four-year colleges and universities. For more than two decades, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master's universities in the nation. For more information regarding additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about .

The Community :

Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school and community college, and the Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Red, White and Blue Festival and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon. The charming downtown area features an arts center, as well as several local shops and restaurants. It is also the site of numerous community events including weekly farmers' markets from May through October, as well as the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival each fall. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare provide quick access to one of the country's major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com . Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/ . Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Victor Marquez-Barrios, vmarquez@truman.edu .

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in collaborative piano or piano performance. Excellent collaborative performance skills. Excellent sight-reading skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to collegiality within the learning community.

Preferred Qualifications:

ABD or doctorate in collaborative piano or piano performance. Extensive knowledge of instrumental and vocal repertoire. Accompanying experience beyond graduate assistantship.

Salary:

The salary for this position is $36,596 annually.

To Apply:

Applications must include a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications and summarizes the applicant's activity in the area of interest; a current resume or curriculum vitae; copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable); contact information for at least three references; complete repertoire list (vocal and instrumental); and a document with links to videos of recent collaborative performances including at least one video with a vocalist and one with an instrumentalist. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/ . For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu . Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Review of applications will begin September 2, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu . Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu .