About the position
Pro Tempore Instructor of Music, Performance - Open
Pool
Department: School of Music and Dance
Rank: Instructor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Review of Applications Begins
Applications will be reviewed as needs arise
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include the following with your online application:
- Current resume/curriculum vitae outlining your skills and desired
teaching area.
You will also be asked to submit the names and contact information
for three professional references.
Screening of applications will occur as positions become available
and continue until positions are filled. This pool will remain
active through December 31, 2026.
Department Summary
The Department of Music Performance is housed within the School of
Music and Dance (SOMD). The school has an enrollment of more than
800 music and dance majors and minors, a faculty and staff of 85,
and approximately 70 graduate employees. A wide variety of
undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered, from the
baccalaureate through the doctorate, including programs in dance,
music performance, collaborative piano, music education,
composition, theory, musicology, jazz studies, piano and string
pedagogy, conducting, music technology, and music with a liberal
arts emphasis.
The school is known for being the only comprehensive school of
music and dance in the state of Oregon. It is also home to the
internationally recognized Oregon Bach Festival and
ChamberMusic@Beall performance series.
SOMD hosts a World Music Series, Music Today, Musicking Conference,
Summer Camp for Computer Music, and Jazz Camps. The comprehensive
nature of the school's curriculum, program, and outreach is
supported by a commitment to diversity in the recruitment of
students, faculty, and staff.
Position Summary
The School of Music and Dance invites applications for Pro Tem
Instructor positions in music performance. The pool is for
part-time, temporary, limited-duration teaching appointments not to
exceed one year, but with the possibility of renewal for up to
three years.
We seek performers and creative scholars who bring an ability to
translate practice into the learning environment by teaching
applied lessons and studio classes, coaching, conducting ensembles,
preparing students for recitals and juries, and/or teaching
established courses,
We have a particular interest in applicants whose teaching and
creative activity align with one or more of the following
performance-related areas: brass, conducting, jazz studies,
keyboard, piano and string pedagogy, percussion, popular music,
strings, voice/choral and opera, and woodwinds.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis. Screening of
applications will take place as positions become available and
continue until positions are filled.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree in music or related field. Significant
professional experience can substitute for a degree.
- University-level teaching experience.
Professional Competencies
- Must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff,
and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.
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national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
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Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
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