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Position Summary

The Augustana University School of Music invites applications for an energetic, full-time, continuing-term
instructor position beginning in August 2026.

This faculty member will play an active role in the university’s marching band and
athletic band programs in collaboration with instrumental leadership in the School of Music. Teaching responsibilities will include applied
percussion and other courses consistent with the candidate’s qualifications and program needs, including possible assignments in percussion
pedagogy, First-Year Seminar, music appreciation, and related areas. The position also includes responsibilities in student ensemble
recruitment, coordination of Augustana Day of Percussion, and oversight of percussion inventory, maintenance, repair, and logistics in
collaboration 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, directs
  Basketball Pep Band, directs Drumline
• Recruitment & Retention – Recruits for athletic bands, drumline, percussion, and other SoM
  ensembles.
• Operations & Logistics – Coordinates budgets, inventories, and student workers in managing the percussion area for
  multiple 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 faculty
  governance and School initiatives.

Percussion Area Leadership (≈ 15 %)

• Student Coordination – Coordinate students
  to set up, tear down, and move equipment
• Strategic Partnership – Collaborate with the School of Music leadership on partnerships
  involving percussion assets.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in
music, experience in collegiate marching band, drumlines and a successful history of recruitment. Additionally, the candidate should be an
outstanding 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 for
  excellence in ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ, ensemble leadership, or performance.
• Facility with technology‑enhanced instruction

Appointment & Compensation

• Rank: Instructor (Non‑Tenure Track)
• Term: 9‑month renewable contract per University
  policy
• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Benefits: Comprehensive Augustana University package (health, retirement,
  tuition assistance, professional development)

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership from diverse backgrounds
and 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 applicants
are 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 of
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• Copies of undergraduate & graduate transcripts
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• Three letters of
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Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the
Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must
satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.