Assistant Professor – Clarinet

Assistant Professor – Clarinet

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts)

Department of Music

This full-time, 9-month position is at the rank of Assistant Professor, is tenure-eligible, and begins August 16, 2022.

Application Deadline: For best consideration, applications are due Friday January 14, 2022.

The Opportunity:

The VCUarts Department of Music (https://arts.vcu.edu/music/) seeks an Assistant Professor of clarinet with a collaborative and community-driven approach to performing and teaching, and a passion for and knowledge of training the next generation of clarinetists.

VCUarts Department of Music:

The mission of the VCUarts Department of Music is to educate musicians to shape the stage, the classroom and the world. With 23 full-time faculty and more than 45 part-time instructors, the Department has deep ties to the community, including multiple partnerships with educational and professional arts organizations throughout the region. Approximately 250 students choose to major in music, with many other students from throughout the university taking courses and participating in ensembles.

Major Responsibilities:

This position is a 9-month tenure-eligible faculty position in the VCUarts Department of Music Department with an academic rank of Assistant Professor. Instructional responsibilities comprise development and teaching of undergraduate courses in applied Clarinet lessons and master class, Woodwind Techniques for Music Education Students, and Woodwind Chamber music, and courses in the faculty member’s area of research specialization. Course assignments will change based on demand and will be at the discretion of the Chair.

The faculty member is expected to mentor students; integrate innovative pedagogical and technological approaches, and multicultural perspectives into instructional methods; foster collaborative teaching and educational opportunities through diverse and innovative repertoire, projects, and concert experiences; promote the efforts of the department through public performances in the university and throughout the community. In support of the department’s strong commitment to diversity, the faculty member is expected to foster a welcoming, equitable, and accessible learning environment for all students.

The faculty member’s research activity should make a significant contribution to a body of knowledge within the discipline of clarinet performance and teaching and reflect a high standard of quality. The faculty member will be expected to seek external funding, as appropriate, to advance their creative research agenda. The faculty member must demonstrate an active professional career and scholarly activities related to the program’s curriculum, and be consistent with and support the broader mission and initiatives of the department, School, and University. Candidates with evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary research are strongly encouraged to apply.

As a member of a community-oriented, tight-knit department and School, the faculty member will provide service such as directing and assisting with student, department, and school-wide initiatives; providing artistic and administrative support for the choral program; working in concert with department’s ancillary choral music education activities; developing and executing recruitment initiatives; fostering community engagement opportunities; and serving on department/School/University committees. In addition, the faculty member is expected to serve as a peer reviewer, organizer of conferences and/or conference sessions, and to retain membership in professional associations and provide professional service. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Chair or university administration.

Qualifications:

Required

· DMA or equivalent professional experience and training that equates to a DMA in Clarinet Performance

· Demonstrated excellence as a collegiate clarinet instructor

· Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

· Must have strong collaboration skills, and demonstrate enthusiasm toward teaching and working with faculty, staff and students within the university; and to building and maintaining professional relationships outside of the university on the program’s behalf

· Active artistic practice and reputation in the field

· Evidence of successful recruiting to build a studio

Preferred

· Evidence of collaborative work with other disciplines

· Ability to teach additional courses in subjects such as music technology, arts administration and entrepreneurship

Application Instructions:

Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion – an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence. VCUarts strongly encourages applications from all racial, ethnic, gender, and social identities.

Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how your lived experiences, and academic and professional activities will impact your contribution to VCU’s mission of promoting equity and inclusion.

Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience. For additional guidance on writing a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: https://provost.vcu.edu/faculty/prospective/.

In addition, the following documents should submitted online via the VCU Jobs Website to the attention of Erin Freeman, search committee Chair:

· A Letter of Interest that conveys relevant academic and professional experience and describes experiences and/or professional service that inform a collaborative and community-engaged approach to clarinet and performance

· Teaching Philosophy

· Current CV

· A list of three current references including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses (references will not be contacted prior to applicant’s approval)

· Please do not send audio or video recordings at this time

Only electronic applications submitted via the VCU Jobs Website will be accepted. For best consideration, completed applications are due by Friday, January 14, 2022. Questions about the VCU Jobs Website application process should be directed to Tasia Robinson, HR Administrator at thompsontl5@vcu.edu .

VCUarts :

Ranked by US News & World Report as a top-five arts and design school, VCUarts ( arts.vcu.edu ) includes over 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students with nationally recognized programs in design, visual and performing arts, and has an annual budget of $38 million and an endowment of more than $13.5 million. Students are taught by over 175 full-time teaching and research faculty members and the school is supported by over 50 staff members that assist in daily processes. The School includes two campuses; one in Richmond and one in Doha, Qatar. The Richmond campus is located on the university’s 75-acre Monroe Park campus situated in the city’s historic Fan District. Ultimately, the work of the School of the Arts extends globally with partnerships throughout the world and across fields as diverse as the humanities, health care and business.

Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to providing accessible and equitable living, learning and working environments free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or disability.

Position Type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent: 100%
Tenure: Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Months: 9
Department: School of the Arts (VCUarts), Music

Salary: Commensurate with Experience