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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks an experienced teacher and performing artist for a full-time tenure-track appointment, intended to begin August 15, 2027. Rank and salary will be commensurate with credentials. Initial appointment is three (3) years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment.

About the Department

CCM's brass department is a highly collaborative, multi-dimensional area of the Performance Studies Division, offering BM, MM, Artist Diploma, and DMA degree programs. Its graduates are currently teaching at major conservatories and performing in major orchestras and premier military bands.

CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance its current offerings with candidates who have research or performance interests in a related field reflective of the future job market. This could include but is not limited to areas such as community engagement, music entrepreneurship, music leadership, music technology, pedagogy, chamber music, or diverse repertoire.

Essential Functions

Serve as trumpet professor-in-residence
Teach undergraduate and graduate applied trumpet lessons
Teach weekly trumpet studio and excerpts classes
Teach Trumpet Repertory and Pedagogy class
Recruit and retain students of exceptional promise
Advise doctoral students on capstone projects and lecture recitals
Coach chamber ensembles as needed
Maintain national and international visibility through solo, chamber, and/or orchestral and large ensemble performances, teaching, and/or research
Serve the college and university community through activities such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentoring students

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have either:

1. A Master's degree in Music or a related field, plus two years of professional trumpet performance experience and two years of trumpet teaching experience. These may be concurrent.

2. A Bachelor's degree in Music or a related field, plus seven years of trumpet experience. This must include five years of post-baccalaureate work in trumpet (such as leading clinics, masterclasses, workshops, coaching, publishing scholarly or pedagogical works, recording projects, or touring), two years of professional trumpet performance experience, and two years of trumpet teaching experience. These years may be concurrent.

In addition, candidates must have evidence of a national or international performance profile. This may be demonstrated through items including but not limited to competition wins/awards, commercial recordings, and high-profile performances.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Review of applications will begin on October 30, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit their materials electronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati's Recruitment site https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position 104289.Applicants should submit a letter of application, a current CV, and a summary page with indicators of teaching experience, their students' accomplishments (such as competition performance and employment) and/or professional experience, contact information for three professional references, and links to audio/video of recent performances (at least one live and unedited recording) and teaching examples. We will not accept CDs or other forms of non-electronic media

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary Information: Assistant Professor, $67,000 - $73,000; Associate Professor, $73,000 - $80,000

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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