Visiting Assistant Professor of Trumpet (6278)
DeKalb, IL 
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Working Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor of Trumpet (6278)
Classification Title Visiting Professor
Position Number 00006278
Posting Date 03/12/2024
Closing Date
Priority Review Date 04/15/2024
Business Unit Description Faculty
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Temporary
FLSA Exempt
Job Code 2110
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Music
College/Unit College of V & P A Dean
Division Academic Division
Location MB 140
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/music/index.shtml
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
Northern Illinois University (NIU) School of Music seeks a full-time, Visiting Assistant Professor of Trumpet to teach applied trumpet, chamber music, supervise a graduate assistant and serve as coordinator of the Brass Area starting August 15, 2024. Pending university funding, the School of Music plans to search for a tenure track Full Time trumpet position starting in fall 2025.

The School of Music is a vibrant facet of the NIU campus that prides itself on strong support of first-generation undergraduate students, providing readily available resources for faculty-directed study and research opportunities. The distinguished faculty are Fulbright Scholars, Grammy Award Winners, Chamber Music America and MacArthur Foundation Grants recipients, residents at Jazz at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall, guest conductors at Avery Fisher Hall, and commercial recording artists who perform regularly at significant international and national venues. The NIU Graduate Jazz Studies Program was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the ten best in the nation. The NIU Jazz Orchestra completed in the 2023 Jack Rudin Competition at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

NIU is a student-centered, regional public research institution with a diverse, international student body contributing to the advancement of knowledge for the benefit of the people of the region, the state, the nation, and the world. With this vision, the mission of the university is to promote excellence and engagement in teaching, learning, research, scholarship, creativity, artistry, outreach, and service. NIU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2: Higher research activity and community engagement institution. The university is located approximately 65 miles from downtown Chicago and is a short drive from the vibrant western suburbs.

Position Summary
The Visiting Assistant Professor will teach applied lesson in trumpet, coach brass chamber music, recruit trumpet students, oversee MUED 171 and coordinate the Brass Area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teach the following courses:
    • MUSP 125, 225, 325, 625 and 725 Applied Trumpet
    • MUSC 399 Senior Recital, MUSC 699 Final Recital
    • MUSC 797 Performer's Certificate Recital
    • MUSP 317/617 Brass Ensemble.

  • Supervise the Brass GA for MUED 171 Instrument Techniques and Materials: Brass
  • Serve as Coordinator the brass area.

Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in music with professional experience, outstanding studio teaching and trumpet performance skills and a record of creative collaboration with diverse colleagues and students.

Additional Requirements
  • Demonstrate and document a commitment to student success, particularly for first-generation and traditionally under-represented groups.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Terminal degree or equivalent professional achievement, experience teaching trumpet and other relevant curriculum at the collegiate level, evidence of successfully recruiting music majors and the ability to lead the brass area.

Physical Demands Summary
N/A
Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 08/15/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date 05/15/2025
Percent of Staff Year 0.75
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Salary $60,000
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $3333.33
Earn Type Salary
Application Procedure

Application Procedure
Prospective applicants should visit to apply online and upload the following materials:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Links to recent live performance recordings and/or videos
  • List of three professional references
  • Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions
N/A

Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76869
Is Background Check Required Yes
EEO Statement Summary
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:


Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.


ADA Accommodation
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information
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Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
  4. Portfolio/URL
  5. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  6. List of at least 3 Professional References
Optional Documents
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Job Summary
Company
Northern Illinois University
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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