Job Description
Associate Professor Percussion (TT)
Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:
The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific announces a full-time tenure-track appointment for Associate Professor of Percussion. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative teacher/performer whose background, professional performing accomplishments, and pedagogy will attract and retain students to the wide variety of program offerings at Pacific's Conservatory. The expectation is to develop and then sustain a studio of 16 - 18 music major percussionists at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. Excellent applied lesson teaching is the primary responsibility, and additional teaching duties could include courses such as percussion methods, chamber music, athletic bands, and/or a related area of expertise. The incumbent will be expected to build a career of first regional and, over time, national, distinction as a musician, percussionist, and pedagogue, one perceived as a clear advocate for and mentor to undergraduate, HS and MS students and their teachers. In collaboration with Pacific's ensemble and applied faculty, the selected candidate's career arc and skills must be sufficient to recruit, retain, and sustain a collegiate/pre-professional-level studio of percussionist music majors. Key is the candidate's ability to recruit, retain, and develop percussion students who enter Pacific at collegiate and/or pre-professional levels. Participation in school-wide committees and departmental hearings, auditions, recruitment, master classes, and other activities is expected
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned MM in Music or the professional equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College level experience highly desirable.
- A steadfast commitment to inclusion and equity as a foundational strength in music and education.
- Proven expertise as an innovative performer and teacher, conversant with contemporary music, and skilled in a range of canonical and contemporary percussion and drum set pedagogies.
- A record of accomplishment in a wide array of ensemble and solo settings and ability to teach students to model professional expectations in those settings.
- An ability to attract, develop and mentor forward-thinking student musicians at levels appropriate to their major.
- Potential for increasingly national reach as a percussion performer and collaborator in professional and educational settings.
- Willing and able to be part of a highly motivated and invested faculty that puts student learning at the forefront of the university's mission.
- Performing and pedagogical experience with a range of music that includes, but is not limited to, canonical works.
- Proven evidence of the ability to attract, retain, and inspire diverse students across multiple areas of interest.
- An ability to develop, mentor, and teach forward-thinking and relevant 21st century musicians at a level appropriate to their major.
- Demonstrated ability as a performer and collaborator as an ensemble musician in varied settings, as a soloist, and experience in coaching and preparing sections in ensemble settings.
- Experience in developing multi-faceted and entrepreneurial musical concepts that can be delivered through studio teaching, performance, and/or in class settings.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling and use of phone. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with use of computer and phone. Work is performed during standard business hours between 8AM and 5PM. Occasional overtime required to meet critical business deadlines. May require some nights and weekends
Special Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, links to videos of the candidate ideally in teaching and performance settings, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references who may be contacted by the search committee.
Review of applications starts immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/32701
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Why Work at Pacific?
Our Mission
University of the Pacific is a mission-driven organization, focused on creating the next generation of leaders in a wide array of disciplines through student-centered teaching and research that blends learning in classrooms, laboratories and studios with real-world experiences partnering with organizations across northern California. No matter the job, every employee at Pacific is part of contributing to the mission of California’s first university, which ranks in the Top 20 in the West and Top 100 in the U.S.
Our Values
Our shared values are at the heart of who we are as Pacificans and represent what we do best. These values — excellence, community engagement, diversity and inclusion, integrity and accountability, respect and civility — provide a shared sense of purpose and identity. They foster a culture that recognizes and rewards the talents and commitment of our people, and cultivate an environment of innovation, inclusiveness and respect.
Our Workplaces
Pacific has three unique campuses across northern California. The largest campus is found in Stockton in the heart of the Central Valley. The 175-acre campus is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. As the only college on the West Coast that uses collegiate gothic architecture, the Pacific campus conjures up images of the brick-and-ivy campuses seen at traditional East Coast colleges, and the soothing tones of the carillon bells help create a truly special work environment. The campus also is home to the Faye Spanos Concert Hall, where employees can enjoy the work of students from the Conservatory of Music and guest artists. Employees also can enjoy watching Division I athletic competitions. Pacific is a member of the West Coast Conference and has 17 D-I sports.
The university also has campuses in Sacramento and San Francisco. The Sacramento campus is located in the Oak Park neighborhood, just a few blocks from new stores, restaurants, cafes and apartments created by former Mayor Kevin Johnson. In San Francisco, Pacific is housed in a state-of-the-art building in the heart of downtown on Fifth Street, walking distance from world-class shopping, dining and cultural venues.
Our Benefits
Pacific offers a unique and powerful set of benefits for its employees with your individual needs in mind. We know that employees come with differing needs that can change and grow just as you and your family's needs may change over time. A few of our benefits we like to highlight are:
- Pacific contributes 10% toward employee retirement each paycheck
- Pacific offers up to 90% tuition remission and exchange for employees and their dependents
- Pacific offers 14 paid holidays and seasonal days each year in addition to regular vacation days.
Pacific also provides affordable and high-quality comprehensive benefits to support employees' varied needs. We invite you to explore our Health Benefits, Income Protection plans, Financial Planning benefits and Work-Life Balance programs.
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