Job Description

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”



With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor of Group Piano and Piano Pedagogy. We seek a teacher of piano pedagogy and group piano to join a program long known for the nurturing and development of generations of exceptional teachers and musicians. We seek to cultivate a collaborative atmosphere in our music programs and to contribute to the academic community, through teaching, research, service, and working to build relationships with other departments within the College and the University.

Essential Functions
• Teach graduate and undergraduate piano pedagogy, and pedagogy related courses according to the needs of the department and College.
• Coordinate the group piano program.
• Mentor graduate teaching assistants.
• Establish a record of teaching, creative activity, and research productivity in national and international venues, demonstrated through national and international presentations, receiving grants and being published in pedagogy-related magazines.
• Serve on undergraduate and graduate committees, including D.M.A./PhD doctoral committees and lecture-recital committees, participate in doctoral document advising, and provide mentorship to students.

Minimum Requirements
Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:

Doctoral Degree (D.M.A., D.M., or PhD) in piano pedagogy, piano performance, or a related field.
Five academic years of collegiate teaching in piano pedagogy.
Application Process
For full consideration, please complete and online application and submit:

Letter of application that may address examples of the candidate’s approach to teaching, inclusive excellence, research, service, graduate student mentorship
Complete curriculum vitae
Contact information for five to seven professional references


Note: Documentary evidence (e.g., video recordings, class materials, teaching evaluations) of piano pedagogy and/or group piano teaching success will be requested from finalists at a later date.



Deadline: Review of applications will begin January 9, 2024, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

Competitive salary range of $68,000 - $78,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.


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The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.