Assistant Professor of Applied Classical Percussion (Area Coordinator)

**Assistant Professor of Applied Classical Percussion (Area Coordinator)**

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Professor of Applied Classical Percussion (Area Coordinator) at Belmont University. 

**Employment Type**

Faculty

**Internal Job Category**

Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

**Department**

College Music & Perform Arts

**Hours**

N/A

**Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:**

**Applied Classical Percussion (Area
Coordinator)**

Rank:
Assistant Professor

The School
of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at Belmont University is
seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position in Applied Classical  Percussion (Area Coordinator) at the rank of Assistant
Professor, beginning August 1, 2027.

The primary responsibilities for this position include coordinating
all aspects of a large and thriving percussion program that includes classical
and commercial styles. Duties include recruitment of students, maintaining
percussion instrument inventory, overseeing area faculty (full-time and
adjunct), collaboration with the Coordinator of Instrumental Studies to provide
and maintain percussion personnel for SOM ensembles, and other responsibilities
as needed. This position will also provide applied instruction in undergraduate
and graduate classical percussion. Other courses in performance and style and
or/direction of an instrumental ensemble may be included based on candidate’s
background and area of expertise. An annual teaching load would include a
combination of coordinator responsibilities, applied lessons, and other
coursework as needed to total a 24-hour teaching workload. Additional primary
responsibilities include academic advising, maintaining scholarly/creative
endeavors, and department, college, and university service. Candidates will be
engaging teacher-artists with expertise in current practice in pedagogical
principles, performance practice, and current best practice in the field. In
addition, the successful applicant will enjoy working in a campus climate that
promotes a Christ-centered environment and collegial atmosphere. A terminal
degree in percussion or related field is required; previous teaching at the
collegiate level is preferred.

The School of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at
Belmont University is a premier comprehensive
music unit consisting of 60 full-time faculty, 75 part-time adjuncts, and a
population of over 750 students across 14 undergraduate and 5 graduate
programs. Our excellent artist-faculty teach and mentor students through
innovative curriculum and experiences to prepare them to thrive in 21st century
music careers. The vibrant arts culture in Nashville enhances our top-rated
programs by providing opportunities and partnerships.

As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general
education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont
University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest
and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach
interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. For additional information about
the position and to complete the online application, candidates are directed to
https://jobs.belmont.edu. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum
Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to
complete the online application.

During the application process, applicants will be
asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume and prepare a one-page
essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform
your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching,
research, and service philosophy. 

Located near the heart of thriving Nashville,
Tennessee, Belmont University consists of over 9,000 students who come from
every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its
innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a
Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop
diverse leaders of With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s
programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading
Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically
champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more information,
visit www.belmont.edu

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026 and continue until the
position is filled.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a
background check satisfactory to the University.

**Required Qualifications**:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

- Form diverse leaders of character;
- Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
- And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

 

* Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the
field of study.
* Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
* Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
* Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly
activity.
* Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
* Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
* Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
* Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
* Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
* Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

**Required Education**A terminal degree in percussion or related field is required.
  **Required Experience**Candidates will be engaging teacher-artists with expertise in current practice in pedagogical principles, performance practice, and current best practice in the field. In addition, the successful applicant will enjoy working in a campus climate that promotes a Christ-centered environment and collegial atmosphere. Previous teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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