Music Adjunct Professor of Lower Strings
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITIONS PURPOSE
Concordia University Texas is currently searching for an Adjunct (part-time) Professor to teach Lower Strings lessons and Strings Methods courses (when needed) at our main Austin location during the Fall 2026 semester.
The Department of Music invites applications for a specialist in the lower string family (cello and double bass) to provide applied instruction and contribute to the growth of our string program. The successful candidate will also be prepared to teach string methods as needed.
JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Teach applied music lessons in violin and viola to undergraduate students.
- Mentor and advise string students in their academic and professional development.
- Teach string methods courses as assigned preparing future music educators in string pedagogy.
- Participate in departmental activities including juries auditions and recruitment events.
- Collaborate with colleagues in chamber music coaching ensemble direction and curriculum development.
- Maintain an active profile as a performer and/or scholar.
- Other duties and functions as needed
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE ABILITIES & PRINCIPLES
- Doctorate in Music (or ABD) preferred; Masters degree with significant professional experience considered.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching cello and/or double bass at the collegiate or pre-college level.
- Experience teaching string methods or pedagogy courses is highly desirable.
- Evidence of ongoing professional activity as a performer and/or educator.
- Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to articulate and model the Concordia University Texas mission vision and values
- Commitment to encouraging and supporting diversity inclusion and equity as a key component of becoming the premier university where the adventure of faith learning and life-changing experiences leads to meaningful work
- All CTX positions require mission-driven individuals who have a heart for the Gospel and are committed to the Concordia Distinctive our faith-based mission of empowering students from all backgrounds to lead lives of critical thought compassionate action and courageous leadership.
COMMITMENT TO THE CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY TEXAS MISSION
Concordia University Texas (CTX) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. CTX seeks candidates who demonstrate both professional excellence and strong personal faith in Christ while strengthening our campus culture of diversity equity and inclusion. To the extent allowed by law we reserve the right to give preference in employment based upon religion. As an institution rooted in the Lutheran tradition and aligned with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod CTX does not discriminate on the basis of gender race color age national origin disability genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
The preceding job description outlines the general nature and key duties of this role. It may not list every duty responsibility or qualification needed. Please ensure you meet all necessary qualifications and are capable of performing all job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
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