Assistant Professor of Clarinet

The School of Music at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Clarinet beginning August 1 2027.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Responsibilities include teaching the clarinet studio and directing the clarinet choir. Supervise inventory and maintenance of the departments clarinet equipment. Rehearse and perform as Principal Clarinet with the resident Bryan Symphony Orchestra and Cumberland Quintet (faculty woodwind ensemble). Administer all aspects of the Tennessee Tech clarinet program. Recruitment of students (especially clarinet majors). Other responsibilities such as classroom instruction in core music courses may be assigned as determined by the candidates qualifications and departmental needs. Build and maintain professional relationships with public school music teachers and be an active participant in the School of Music.

Those typical to perform the job duties listed.

Earned Doctorate in Music required. (ABD may be considered but degree must be conferred before job start date.) Evidence of excellence as a performer and teacher.

Experience as a performer in solo orchestral and chamber or quintet settings. Experience teaching Woodwind Techniques course for music education majors. Experience as a teacher at the university level in private instruction and/or in the public schools. Evidence of recruiting. Participation in regional national and international conferences.