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Position Title:Lecturer of Percussion

Appointment Type:Faculty

Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Iowa State University’s Department of Music and Theatre seeks a dynamic and experienced Lecturer of Percussion for a one-semester appointment, beginning 8/16/25. The successful candidate will teach applied percussion studio, direct the percussion ensemble, and manage the percussion instrument inventory and maintenance.

Responsibilities:

+ Provide one-on-one applied lessons for approximately 12 undergraduate percussion students.

+ Lead weekly percussion studio class

+ Assist in on campus recruitment events and preparation for percussion auditions and juries.

+ Direct the university’s percussion ensemble, including selecting repertoire, preparing for the fall concert, and coordinating rehearsals.

+ Oversee inventory of percussion instruments and equipment

+ Assist in coordinating the logistics for percussion-related rehearsals, activities, and performances.

This part-time term faculty position is 38% full-time equivalent (FTE), with a one semester term, ending 12/31/25.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

+ Master’s degree in Music or related field (preferably in Percussion Performance or Percussion Pedagogy)

+ Experiencing teaching applied percussion

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience teaching applied percussion at the college/university level

+ Experience directing and/or conducting a percussion ensemble

+ Demonstrated organizational proficiency

+ Demonstrated communication proficiency

+ Demonstrated excellence and achievement in percussion performance and teaching

Department/Program & College Description:

The Department of Music and Theatre:

+ prepares music and theatre students for professional life.

+ creates high impact learning experiences for students across the university.

+ serves as the cultural life force for the university, Iowa, and beyond.

+ provides a welcoming community for all.

The Department of Music and Theatre is committed to a philosophy of education that draws its goals from the larger purposes of liberal arts education and from the guidelines of its accrediting agency, the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). With strong undergraduate music (https://www.music.iastate.edu/music-degrees-and-requirements) and theatre (https://www.music.iastate.edu/theatre-and-performing-arts-degree-requirements) programs, students study with full-time faculty professionals in a supportive environment that encourages students to become their best.

Department Unit/Website:

music.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:December 31, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period

Time Type:Part time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Links to 2 performance samples (can be within the cover letter)

4) Contact Information for Three References

For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by June 8, 2025 .

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: May 16, 2025

Posting Close Date:June 8, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R17045

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

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Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [email protected] .

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.