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Temporary Instructor or Temporary Assistant Professor of Percussion
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Apr 15, 2026 | |
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Temporary Instructor or Temporary Assistant Professor of Percussion Requisition ID: 2026-10048 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Temporary Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Arts & Sciences Department: Music Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Music Department at Utah State University invites applications for a Temporary Assistant Professor of Percussion to coordinate and teach in its percussion program. This is a 9-month, academic-year appointment beginning August 1, 2026, with the potential for renewal beyond the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek a dynamic and collaborative educator and performer who will contribute to the vibrant musical community at USU. This position may be appointed as Temporary Instructor or Temporary Assistant Professor depending on terminal degree and experience. For additional information, please contact the search committee chair Dr. Max Matzen max.matzen@usu.edu. Responsibilities
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**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. College/Department Highlights Music Department Administered by the College of Arts & Sciences and supported by the Caine School of the Arts (CSA), the Music Department has 30 full-time and 38 part-time faculty members serving approximately 250 music majors. Located in the Chase Fine Arts Center, departmental facilities include teaching and rehearsal spaces, faculty offices, the 1,700-seat newly remodeled Daines Concert Hall, and the award-winning 400-seat Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall, dedicated in January 2006. The Department offers:
The Department is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. Additional information is available at music.usu.edu. Caine School of the Arts The Caine School of the Arts (CSA) seeks to make the arts more visible, innovative, and fully integrated into the intellectual life of Utah State University and the communities it serves. CSA is a collaborative community representing the collective strengths and voices of the arts and acts as a conduit for connecting people and programs. CSA offers:
The School houses the Departments of Art + Design, Music, and Theatre Arts, and is closely affiliated with the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art on the USU campus. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . *updated 12/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/10048/temporary-instructor-or--temporary-assistant-professor-of-percussion/job?in_iframe=1 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3db57d6243210442a01058cde2c205a5 | |