Working/Functional TitleAssistant/Associate/Full Professor of Jazz Trumpet

　　Position SummaryThe Jazz Studies Area at Michigan State University is committed to encouraging and expanding scholarship and teaching practice in new and innovative areas of Jazz education as well as to developing the practical applications of that scholarship. We seek a creative, dynamic, collaborative colleague with successful teaching experience and Jazz trumpet expertise, a scholarly agenda that is important and innovative, and potential for leadership in our profession.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Teach Jazz trumpet to undergraduate and graduate students.Perform in the faculty jazz ensemble (Michigan State University Professors of Jazz)Teach Composition & Arranging course.Teach Jazz trumpet studio class.Teach Jazz ImprovisationMentor and guide students in professional activitiesRecruit and retain Jazz Trumpet students.Engage in meaningful service to the College of Music, as assigned.Collaborate with faculty in the development of the Jazz program, curriculum content and pedagogy to foster quality student experiences.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required DegreeDoctorate -Music and/or equivalent professional experience

　　Minimum RequirementsMaster's degree in music and/or equivalent professional experienceExperience as a private teacher of Jazz trumpetExpert demonstrating and teaching Jazz trumpet techniquesCommitment to promoting DEIABImplement inclusive pedagogical strategies to meet the needs of a diverse learners including underserved and first-generation studentsApplicant must provide a DEIAB statement-which describes their commitment to a diverse, equitable, inclusive, access, and belonging environment for students, faculty, and staff. Describe how in your work life you address these issues and make these priorities actionable.Desired QualificationsDesired/Preferred qualifications:

　　Excellent performance abilitySignificant career as a professional Jazz trumpeterSignificant administrative and leadership skillsCommunicationProblem solvingOrganizationSuperviseAdvanced qualifications:

　　Pedagogue in Blues-based improvisation and tradition (Jazz Bebop and Harmonic concepts)Demonstrated Advanced Arranging Techniques and Seventh Scale Concepts in teaching Jazz improvisationKnowledge of Jazz trumpet historyKnowledge of Blues and Swing traditionsRequired Application MaterialsTo apply send letter of application, curriculum vitae, 3 audio recordings, the names/contact information for three references to: Chairperson, Jazz Trumpet Search Committee, c/o LaConya Murchison, 215 Music Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, Applications will be reviewed continuously beginning on January 29 2024, and will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants may be asked to submit or provide a link to 3 videos recordings at a later date. For more information about the College, please visit our website at www.music.msu.edu

　　Review of Applications Begins On01/29/2024

　　WebsiteWWW.MUSIC.MSU.EDU

　　Department StatementWith 85 faculty members, the Michigan State University College of Music serves approximately 600 majors and offers a comprehensive range of degre