ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR - Piano & Keyboard / UMKC CONSERVATORY / Music Division

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

CONSERVATORY

Music Division / Piano & Keyboard

For more than a century, the UMKC Conservatory has advanced the arts, training talented professionals who have gone on to shape culture wherever they land. The Conservatory has been the academic home for acclaimed alumni and guest artists alike. Learn about our vision, mission, and guiding principles.

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UMKC's Conservatory of Music, Theater and Dance is seeking qualified applicants for a ranked non-tenure track faculty position to teach undergraduate and graduate piano and related courses. We seek people who will help build the future of education and research in the performing arts, faculty who demonstrate a growth mindset, with an understanding that learning is an ongoing process. We value faculty who believe that art has the power to help us understand ourselves, each other, and our culture while empowering us to move that culture forward. Qualified candidates will engage in work that appeals to, and positively impacts, the global population. They will work strategically in ways that adapt to the opportunities in their regions, and work within frameworks that embrace transdisciplinary possibilities.

This faculty member's workload responsibilities and duties will include:

* Teach all levels of keyboard literature

* Teach applied piano and coach chamber music for undergraduate and graduate students

* Oversee the keyboard skills curriculum and mentorship of GTAs

* Teach Keyboard Skills for piano majors

* Recruit and retain pianists from the undergraduate through doctoral levels.

* Contribute to the enhancement of all facets of the Keyboard Studies Division, including facilitating outreach projects

* Contribute to the academic and service environments characteristic of a conservatory within a university

* Enrich the cultural environment of the Kansas City metropolitan community

The applicant's CV and cover letter should demonstrate a multi-faceted approach to pedagogy and creative activities that impacts a global constituency.

The successful candidate will hold a DMA in piano, possess a minimum of 5 years' experience teaching at the collegiate level, and have a demonstrated ability to recruit and work effectively with both graduate and undergraduate students.

Salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and background. This is a 9-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointment eligible for ranked promotion.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 54714).

Please complete the online application. Application materials should include:

* letter of interest outlining applicable experience and teaching philosophy

* curriculum vitae which includes educational background, previous academic appointments, and artistic credentials

* current contact information for 3 professional references

Combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

* If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .

* For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 54714 and name of the position.

* Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-1323.

* Higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists.

* Candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted.

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Review of application materials will begin March 3, 2025 and will continue until a qualified candidate is hired.

UMKC is the largest comprehensive, fully accredited university in the Kansas City area with award-winning academic programs and faculty. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with diverse communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, more economically secure quality of life. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System (UMS). The UMKC Conservatory is the designated performing arts campus of UMS. We are a vital partner in Kansas City's rich cultural environment, providing the highest level of professional instruction and an extensive array of performances.

A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is in one of the most entrepreneurial cities in America and the metropolitan area has a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of cultural arts with internationally acclaimed venues including the Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, 18^th & Vine jazz district, T-Mobile Center, and other local sites known for a rich history of music and performing arts. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, art galleries, and great local and ethnic cuisine (KC BBQ!!). Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts, all within an easy drive.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.