Assistant Professor of Piano & Musicology (Tenure Track)

Job Description The Old Dominion University F. Ludwig Diehn School of Music seeks qualified candidates for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Piano & Musicology. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as Area Coordinator of the Applied Piano Area, including teaching applied lessons for undergraduate and graduate-level piano majors, preparing students to present degree recitals, and leading graduate thesis work;
• Lead Applied Piano Studio class with assistance from adjunct and full-time faculty;
• Lead Applied Piano juries;
• Oversee studio assignments for adjunct and full-time applied piano faculty;
• Oversee class piano curriculum;
• Oversee auditions in the Applied Piano area;
• Engage actively in recruitment for the Applied Piano program;
• Serve as Area Coordinator for the Music History area;
• Teach Music History courses at the undergraduate and graduate level;
• Oversee Music History curriculum

Evidence of ongoing research and creative activity at the regional, national, and international level will be expected of this position in fulfillment of the tenure and promotion process. 

Service activity associated with the position will include internal committee assignments, recital attendance, college/university committee assignments, student advising, and developing a visible presence as a performer and educator on behalf of the F. Ludwig Diehn School of Music.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Piano Performance, or Musicology/Music History/Ethnomusicology, or other terminal degree in music
• Evidence of expertise in the required teaching areas
• Evidence of current professional performing experience
• Evidence of ongoing engagement in artistic projects
• Evidence of other associated creative activity and/or research relevant to piano performance or musicology;
• Evidence of ongoing teaching experience in Applied Piano instruction;
• Evidence of professional qualifications to lead courses in a collegiate Music History sequence;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of teaching music in a university setting;
• Evidence of ability to lead the second area outside of the candidate’s primary expertise;
• Evidence of scholarly publications and conference presentations in music;
• Candidates with an advanced degree in Piano

Application Review Date: April 14, 2023

How to Apply: Candidates must apply online at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/18122. The application should include a letter of interest, an updated curriculum vitae, a document containing URLs to performance videos, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. References will be contacted if the candidate progresses in the search.

• Video recordings must include two unedited live piano performances as a soloist
• Video recordings may include supplemental footage of chamber music and ensemble performances 

Questions may be directed to Dr. Tyler Austin, tgaustin@odu.edu, Chair of the Assistant Professor of Piano and Musicology Search Committee. Application review will begin on April 14, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.