University of South Florida
Assistant Professor, Classical & Jazz Trumpet
University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
Overview
The School of Music at the University of South Florida is searching for an innovative, creative and collaborative trumpet teacher to teach both classical and jazz trumpet students. This is a pivotal 9‑month, full‑time tenure‑track position. The successful candidate will contribute to the research, teaching and service missions of USF.
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in music (PhD, DMA, etc.) or equivalent professional experience.
Outstanding trumpet performance record in classical and jazz genres.
Prior university‑level teaching experience in both classical and jazz trumpet.
Evidence of ongoing professional engagement demonstrating creative performance.
Preferred Qualifications
Documented programming that innovates and redefines trumpet performance.
Experience recruiting high‑quality undergraduate and graduate trumpet students.
Duties
Maintain a high‑profile career as a trumpet performer in accordance with tenure research/creative activity expectations.
Mentor students for diverse musical careers.
Design, build, promote, and recruit for a high‑quality and innovative studio for undergraduate and graduate students.
Teach varied ensembles, combos, chamber groups, and related classes.
Actively collaborate across the local, regional, national and international community, engaging in university committees, meetings, auditions and recruitment activities.
Application Interested and qualified candidates must search for Job Opening ID#42053 and complete the University's online application at www.usf.edu/work-at-usf.
Required application items (one attachment):
A cover letter addressing how your strengths correspond with the minimum and preferred qualifications and duties.
A curriculum vitae or resume.
A personal statement (≤2000 words) describing your vision for a trumpet studio that would help mentor students for varied musical careers.
Links to no more than 30 minutes of video from previous performances, including examples of classical and jazz.
Three confidential recommendations (letters of reference, videos, etc.) submitted by individuals who can discuss your qualifications to musicsearch@usf.edu with subject line “Assistant Professor, Classical and Jazz Trumpet.”
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request should be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed.
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Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in music (PhD, DMA, etc.) or equivalent professional experience.
Outstanding trumpet performance record in classical and jazz genres.
Prior university‑level teaching experience in both classical and jazz trumpet.
Evidence of ongoing professional engagement demonstrating creative performance.
Preferred Qualifications
Documented programming that innovates and redefines trumpet performance.
Experience recruiting high‑quality undergraduate and graduate trumpet students.
Duties
Maintain a high‑profile career as a trumpet performer in accordance with tenure research/creative activity expectations.
Mentor students for diverse musical careers.
Design, build, promote, and recruit for a high‑quality and innovative studio for undergraduate and graduate students.
Teach varied ensembles, combos, chamber groups, and related classes.
Actively collaborate across the local, regional, national and international community, engaging in university committees, meetings, auditions and recruitment activities.
Application Interested and qualified candidates must search for Job Opening ID#42053 and complete the University's online application at www.usf.edu/work-at-usf.
Required application items (one attachment):
A cover letter addressing how your strengths correspond with the minimum and preferred qualifications and duties.
A curriculum vitae or resume.
A personal statement (≤2000 words) describing your vision for a trumpet studio that would help mentor students for varied musical careers.
Links to no more than 30 minutes of video from previous performances, including examples of classical and jazz.
Three confidential recommendations (letters of reference, videos, etc.) submitted by individuals who can discuss your qualifications to musicsearch@usf.edu with subject line “Assistant Professor, Classical and Jazz Trumpet.”
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request should be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed.
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