Assistant Professor of Oboe

Overview

Assistant Professor of Oboe — Appalachian State University, Hayes School of Music. Appointment starting fall 2026. Tenure-track position with potential for tenure eligibility as noted in the posting details.

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Oboe
• Tenure Status:
Tenure Track
• Rank/Provide Rank:
Assistant Professor
• Position Number: 045881
• VISA Sponsorship: VISA sponsorship is available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
• Department:
School Of Music - 270000
• Working Location (City, State):
Boone, NC

Minimum Qualifications:

Earned doctorate in music required. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, and all requirements for the degree must be completed by July 31, 2026. Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of college-level oboe studio teaching experience, demonstrated success in recruiting, and evidence of performance experience at the regional and national levels.

• Demonstrated ability to: teach core music theory and/or aural skills courses
• coach chamber music

Candidates are encouraged to provide evidence of experience and interest in any additional area(s) of instruction or expertise.

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The Hayes School of Music is home to more than 420 students and 60 full‑time faculty members. It offers undergraduate degrees in music education, music therapy, music industry studies, and music performance, with concentrations in instrumental or vocal performance, music theory/composition, jazz, and sacred music. Graduate programs are offered in music therapy and music performance, with concentrations in instrumental or vocal performance, collaborative piano, music composition, and conducting.

Supported by the Hayes Endowment for Musical Excellence, the school is part of Appalachian State University, an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. Dedicated to preparing musicians for professional careers, the Hayes School of Music cultivates performers, composers, educators, therapists, conductors, scholars, and music industry professionals. The Erneston Music Library supports the curriculum of both the Hayes School of Music and the University, with Special Collections in Belk Library.

The collection includes rare books and manuscripts related to classical music and key holdings noted in the original posting.

The Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music invites applications for a tenure-track position, Assistant Professor of Oboe, with appointment starting fall 2026. The faculty member will recruit, provide applied instruction to undergraduate and graduate oboe students, teach oboe methods courses (for undergraduate music education majors), and teach oboe pedagogy and literature course(s) (for undergraduate and graduate level music performance majors).

Responsibilities include maintaining an active performance schedule, assisting with outreach and recruiting for the Hayes School of Music, and full participation in faculty responsibilities (e.g., prospective student and ensemble auditions, advising, curriculum development, and service activities at the University and Hayes School of Music level). The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment toward students of diverse musical backgrounds, perspectives, and interests.

Additional responsibilities may include teaching courses in music theory, aural skills, and/or chamber music. Other duties may be assigned by the Director of the Hayes School of Music. The Hayes School of Music seeks candidates committed to excellence with leadership in teaching, scholarly, research, and creative activities, and service toward building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

In the Hayes School of Music, full-time tenure-eligible or tenured faculty members are expected to teach 24 full-time equivalent hours (FTEs) per academic year. A faculty member may request up to 6 FTEs annually for extensive scholarly or creative activity.

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