Job Type: Part time
Job Number: JR984
Location: Main Campus
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Full Consideration Date:1/5/2026
Job Description:The University of Northern Iowa's School of Music seeks applications for a temporary Assistant Adjunct Professor of Cello, starting in January 2026. Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons in cello, weekly studio class, and recruiting both music majors and non-majors into the music program.
Required Qualifications:Master's degree in cello performance and successful college-level teaching experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:Doctoral degree in cello performance or related field (ABD will be considered) and at least three years of successful college-level teaching experience preferred.
Position Details:Job Category:
FacultyType of Position: Temporary
Service Schedule: Spring semester
For more information, please contact Sara Hunter, Search Committee Chair, at at 319-273-2024 or
sara.hunter@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required.
Application Instructions: Applications received by January 5, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Curriculum Vita
2) Cover letter addressing qualifications
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