The University of Northern Iowa's School of Music seeks applications for a two-year term Assistant Professor of Instruction in Applied Violin, starting in August 2026. After the conclusion of the two-year term, the position may be considered for renewal. Responsibilities include providing individual instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in violin performance as well as provide instruction in orchestra repertory, string techniques, string literature, string pedagogy, and/or music education depending on qualifications and department need. This position will also take an active role within the department’s student recruitment activities.

Required Qualifications: 

Master’s degree in violin music performance or closely related field; and at least two years of experience as a studio teacher at the collegiate level required.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Doctoral degree in violin music performance or closely related field; at least three years of successful college-level teaching of applied violin lessons; demonstrated excellence in violin performance; and evidence of understanding a broad range of performance styles including a strong profile as a soloist, chamber musician, and/or orchestral performer preferred.

For more information, please contact Sara Hunter at 319-273-2024, or sara.hunter@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by April 15, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Curriculum Vita
2) Cover Letter

3) Links to three audio recordings representing diverse styles and consisting primarily of live solo performance, and at least one live video recording (acceptable formats: Youtube or Vimeo).

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, make sure that all required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 4/15/2026 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.