Job description
The University of Findlay invites applications for a Visiting Instructor of Music and Interim Director of Bands in the Department of Visual & Performing Arts for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a full-time position with the opportunity to apply for a continuing Instructor of Music and Director of Bands position in the future.
The successful candidate will work with non-music major students and community members and will direct the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble each semester, the Marching Band in the fall, and the Pep Band in the spring. Depending on the candidate’s strengths and interests, additional responsibilities may include directing the Jazz Ensemble. The candidate will also participate in recruitment, assessment, and other faculty duties, and must demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered education, as well as professional development, service, and scholarship.
A master’s degree in music is required and a D.M.A. or Ph.D. in conducting, performance, or music education is preferred. Candidates holding a master’s degree will be appointed as Visiting Instructor of Music, while those with a doctorate will be appointed as Visiting Assistant Professor of Music. Significant experience in band conducting and teaching is required. Additional qualifications include the ability to work effectively with musicians of varying skill levels and to build strong relationships between the University of Findlay and community performers involved in the music program.
The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a desire to work closely with students in a university environment that values strong faculty-student relationships. In addition to the application materials listed below, video examples of conducting may be requested at a later stage in the search process.
The University of Findlay is a comprehensive master’s institution and the largest private university in northwest Ohio with more than 3,600 students enrolled in diverse academic programs. Teaching excellence is the top priority of the University faculty. The City of Findlay, population 42,000, is recognized as one of the best micropolitan communities in Ohio, with a strong business base and school system and a friendly atmosphere. The University of Findlay’s distinctive and renowned programs include animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management. For more information about the University of Findlay, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/.
How to apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current resume or curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/business-affairs/human-resources/Open-Positions.
The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community. It is the university’s policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.
For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.
The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university’s policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.
It is the policy of The University of Findlay to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. The University prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment
