Adjunct Instructor in Piano and Collaborative Pianist

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, Division of Music seeks applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Piano and Collaborative Pianist beginning in the fall semester 2022. This is a part-time, semesterly appointment with potential for semesterly renewal.  This teaching faculty position will also involve collaborative piano duties with the UVA Wise Concert Choir, individual voice and instrumental students, and Division of Music faculty members.  The successful applicant will work collaboratively with fellow Division of Music faculty to teach Applied Piano, Class Piano, and potentially other select music courses to music majors, minors and other UVA Wise students.  

Candidates must possess Master’s Degree or higher in Piano Performance, Piano Pedagogy, or Collaborative Piano (in lieu of education, candidate may possess commensurate professional experience); have excellent musical, verbal and written communication skills; should possess the ability to teach students with a wide range of musical backgrounds; should have experience with teaching class piano; should have experience with being a collaborative pianist in both ensemble and individual settings; and should be committed to the sustaining and growing the enrollment of the UVA Wise Division of Music. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate a clear understanding of UVA Wise’s public liberal arts mission and have experience with teaching, performing, and accompanying a variety of musical styles.  Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. UVA Wise will not provide a work visa for this position.

Review of applications will begin immediately and review will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should apply online at https://hr.virginia.edu/careers-uva/job-openings and attach a current cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references. UVA Wise performs background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  Questions about this position should be directed to Peter Ryan, DMA, Associate Professor of Music and Division of Music Coordinator, at pdr2t@uvawise.edu.

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