ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COLLABORATIVE PIANO

Assistant Professor of Collaborative Piano

Job Description: The University of Iowa School of Music is now accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music in Collaborative Piano. Starting in fall of 2026, the University of Iowa will offer MA and DMA degrees in Collaborative Piano. The ideal candidate will play an important role in shaping this program.

Why Join Us?

The School of Music provides conservatory-like instruction at a Big 10 research institution, offering graduate and/or undergraduate degrees in composition, conducting, jazz studies, music education, music theory, music therapy, musicology, and performance. The School enrolls approximately 450 majors and has more than 50 full-time faculty members, situated in the Voxman Music Building, a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2016 in downtown Iowa City.

Our faculty are supported at every stage of their careers through mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Located in Iowa City, one of the most livable cities in America, you'll enjoy a vibrant cultural scene, top-rated schools, and a welcoming community that values creativity, innovation, and work-life integration. Learn more about this community and resources at WorkLife at Iowa.

Duties: The Dr. Jo Benda and Dr. Charles Platz Assistant Professor of Collaborative Piano will lead the collaborative piano program; teach collaborative piano courses, coach chamber music, and collaborate with faculty in performances and recordings. We seek candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and who will contribute to a welcoming and respectful academic community.

Start Date: This appointment will begin August 19, 2026.

Review of Applications will begin on October 13.

To ensure full consideration, candidates should provide the following required documents: a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three professional references, repertoire list and video links to at least two live collaborative performances. Online links must be embedded in a word document and should be accessible by direct link through domains such as YouTube or Vimeo.

Please apply for this position at https://jobs.uiowa.edu and refer to requisition #75744.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, and provide a related release. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services at (319) 335-2660 orfsds@uiowa.edu.

Master's degree in collaborative piano or piano performance (must be in hand by start date).

National and international chamber music performing experience

Collegiate teaching experience

Expertise in either instrumental chamber music or a combination of instrumental and vocal.

Earned doctorate degree

Collaborative piano teaching experience at the collegiate level.

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