Instructor, Athletic Bands & Percussion

Position Summary

The Augustana University School of Music invites applications for anenergetic full-time continuing-term instructor positionbeginning inAugust 2026.

This faculty member will play an active role in the universitys marching band and athletic band programs in collaboration with instrumental leadership in the School of Music. Teaching responsibilities will include applied percussion and other courses consistent with the candidates qualifications and program needs including possible assignments in percussion pedagogy First-Year Seminar music appreciation and related areas. The position also includes responsibilities in student ensemble recruitment coordination of Augustana Day of Percussion and oversight of percussion inventory maintenance repair and logistics in collaboration with ensemble directors and community partners.

This an 9month appointment.

Primary Responsibilities

Athletic Bands (50%)

• Artistic & Administrative Leadership Assistant director for the Viking Marching Band directs Basketball Pep Band directs Drumline

• Recruitment & Retention Recruits for athletic bands drumline percussion and other SoM ensembles.

• Operations & Logistics Coordinates budgets inventories and student workers in managing the percussion area for multiple ensembles

• Community & Visibility Represent Augustana at campus community and regional events.

Teaching & Service (35%)

• Teach undergraduate music courses

• Teach First Year Seminar course

• Contribute to faculty governance and School initiatives.

Percussion Area Leadership (15%)

• Student Coordination Coordinate students to set up tear down and move equipment

• Strategic Partnership Collaborate with the School of Music leadership on partnerships involving percussion assets.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a masters degree in music experience in collegiate marching band drumlines and a successful history of recruitment. Additionally the candidate should be an outstanding performer and teacher in percussion pedagogy and performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. D.M.A. etc.)

• Proven programleadership or administrative experience at the university level.

• National recognition for excellence in teaching ensemble leadership or performance.

• Facility with technologyenhanced instruction

Appointment & Compensation

• Rank:Instructor (NonTenure Track)

• Term:9month renewable contract per University policy

• Salary:Commensurate with experience

• Benefits:Comprehensive Augustana University package (health retirement tuition assistance professional development)

Interacting with students faculty and leadership from diverse backgrounds and perspectives along with a deep appreciation and respect for academic principles and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure

Review of applications begins May 1 2026 and continues until the position is filled.Interested applicants are asked to submit the below application materials via our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process please reach out to.

• Cover letter

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Copies of undergraduate & graduate transcripts

• Curriculumvita

• Three letters of reference

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.