Job TitleAssistant Professor Tenure-Track - SaxophoneAgencyTarleton State UniversityDepartmentPerforming ArtsProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationStephenville, TexasJob TypeFacultyJob DescriptionThe Department of Performing Arts (http://www.tarleton.edu/performingarts/) at Tarleton State University welcomes enthusiastic and exceptional candidates to apply for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Saxophone position. Join our distinguished faculty and contribute to our tradition of excellence in education. This is a 9-month tenure-track position set to commence in Fall 2025, located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operations of the institution. Additionally, the candidate will teach applied saxophone lessons and other music courses as necessary depending on expertise in a secondary area. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:60% Teaching and Service:
Teach courses related to saxophone performance and pedagogy, as well as other areas of interest, expertise, or curricular need.
Proactively recruit and maintain an active studio of applied saxophone students.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.
40% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:
Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant's academic discipline.
Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant's discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, and/or performance.
Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.
Minimum Requirements:
Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university.
At least two years successful teaching experience at the university level.
Expertise in a wide array of diverse musical repertoire and demonstrated knowledge in the fields of saxophone performance.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience Application Procedure: During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action. Employment applications must include (required):
Completed online application
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Unofficial transcripts
Philosophy Statement related to Teaching and Research – no more than 1,500 words
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2025.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference. Strategic Planning for the Next Decade - Tarleton Forward 2030 (https://web.tarleton.edu/tarletonforward/) All links will open to a new tab
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