Position Summary
The Augustana University School of Music invites applications for an energetic, full-time, continuing-terminstructor position beginning in August 2026.
This faculty member will play an active role in the university’s marching band andathletic band programs in collaboration with instrumental leadership in the School of Music. Teaching responsibilities will include appliedpercussion and other courses consistent with the candidate’s qualifications and program needs, including possible assignments in percussionpedagogy, First-Year Seminar, music appreciation, and related areas. The position also includes responsibilities in student ensemblerecruitment, coordination of Augustana Day of Percussion, and oversight of percussion inventory, maintenance, repair, and logistics incollaboration with ensemble directors and community partners.
This an 9‑month appointment.
Primary Responsibilities
Athletic Bands (≈ 50 %)
- Artistic & Administrative Leadership – Assistant director for the Viking Marching Band, directsBasketball Pep Band, directs Drumline
- Recruitment & Retention – Recruits for athletic bands, drumline, percussion, and other SoMensembles.
- Operations & Logistics – Coordinates budgets, inventories, and student workers in managing the percussion area formultiple ensembles
- Community & Visibility – Represent Augustana at campus, community, and regional events.
Teaching &Service (≈ 35 %)
- Teach undergraduate music courses
- Teach First Year Seminar course
- Contribute to facultygovernance and School initiatives.
Percussion Area Leadership (≈ 15 %)
- Student Coordination – Coordinate studentsto set up, tear down, and move equipment
- Strategic Partnership – Collaborate with the School of Music leadership on partnershipsinvolving percussion assets.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree inmusic, experience in collegiate marching band, drumlines and a successful history of recruitment. Additionally, the candidate should be anoutstanding performer and teacher in percussion pedagogy and performance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate (Ph.D.,D.M.A., etc.)
- Proven program‑leadership or administrative experience at the university level.
- National recognition forexcellence in teaching, ensemble leadership, or performance.
- Facility with technology‑enhanced instruction
Appointment & Compensation
- Rank: Instructor (Non‑Tenure Track)
- Term: 9‑month renewable contract per Universitypolicy
- Salary: Commensurate with experience
- Benefits: Comprehensive Augustana University package (health, retirement,tuition assistance, professional development)
Interacting with students, faculty and leadership from diverse backgroundsand perspectives, along with a deep appreciation and respect for academic principles and culture, must be a top value of the candidate.
Application Procedure
Review of applications begins May 1, 2026 and continues until the position is filled. Interested applicantsare asked to submit the below application materials via our Career Center Portal. If assistance is needed during the application process,please reach out to humanresources@augie.edu.
- Cover letter
- Statement ofteaching philosophy
- Copies of undergraduate & graduate transcripts
- Curriculum vita
- Three letters ofreference
Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with theImmigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates mustsatisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.
