Introduction:
The College of Music at Michigan State University seeks an exceptional Jazz trumpet professor and researcher who will expand and further develop the Jazz Studies Area. Through relevant and responsive creative endeavors and curricular experiences, the candidate will enrich the varied lived experiences of our expansive student body. This full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of assistant/associate/full professor will begin in Fall 2024. The Jazz Studies Area at Michigan State University is committed to encouraging and expanding scholarship and teaching practice in new and innovative areas of Jazz education as well as to developing the practical applications of that scholarship. We seek a creative, dynamic, collaborative colleague with successful teaching experience and Jazz trumpet expertise, a scholarly agenda that is important and innovative, and potential for leadership in our profession.
Responsibilities:
- Teach Jazz trumpet to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Perform in the faculty jazz ensemble (Michigan State University Professors of Jazz)
- Teach Composition & Arranging course.
- Teach Jazz trumpet studio class.
- Teach Jazz Improvisation
- Mentor and guide students in professional activities
- Recruit and retain Jazz Trumpet students.
- Engage in meaningful service to the College of Music, as assigned.
- Collaborate with faculty in the development of the Jazz program, curriculum content and pedagogy to foster quality student experiences.
Minimum qualifications:
- Master’s degree in music and/or equivalent professional experience
- Experience as a private teacher of Jazz trumpet
- Expert demonstrating and teaching Jazz trumpet techniques
- Commitment to promoting DEIAB
- Implement inclusive pedagogical strategies to meet the needs of a diverse learners including underserved and first-generation students
- Applicant must provide a DEIAB statement-which describes their commitment to a diverse, equitable, inclusive, access, and belonging environment for students, faculty, and staff. Describe how in your work life you address these issues and make these priorities actionable.
Desired/Preferred qualifications:
- Excellent performance ability
- Significant career as a professional Jazz trumpeter
- Significant administrative and leadership skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Organization
- Supervise
Advanced qualifications:
- Pedagogue in Blues-based improvisation and tradition (Jazz Bebop and Harmonic concepts)
- Demonstrated Advanced Arranging Techniques and Seventh Scale Concepts in teaching Jazz improvisation
- Knowledge of Jazz trumpet history
- Knowledge of Blues and Swing traditions
College Statement
With 85 faculty members, the Michigan State University College of Music serves approximately 600 majors and offers a comprehensive range of degree programs from baccalaureate through the doctorate. For more information about the College, please visit our website at www.music.msu.edu
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
To apply please visit the MSU job postings website (careers.msu.edu) and select posting 920828 in the faculty/academic staff section. Please include the following: letter of application, curriculum Required Application Materials
vitae. Send a link to 3 audio recordings, the names/contact information for three references to: Chairperson, Jazz Trumpet Search Committee, c/o LaConya Murchison, 215 Music Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, Applications will be reviewed continuously beginning on January 29 2024, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants may be asked to submit or provide a link to 3 videos recordings at a later date. For more information about the College, please visit our website at www.music.msu.edu
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.
