Adjunct Instructor of Horn

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Position Summary:

Adjunct Instructor of Horn

The Department of Music at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Horn beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. This part-time position will provide applied instruction to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in music.

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly 50-minute applied lessons in Horn.
• Teach a weekly 50-minute studio class for all Horn students.
• Recruit and retain outstanding students to the Department of Music.
• Assist with student auditions, placement hearings, and juries as requested.
• Collaborate with faculty and ensemble directors to support student artistic development.
• Maintain regular communication with students and submit grades and assessments in accordance with university policies.

About the Department
Florida Atlantic University’s Department of Music is part of a comprehensive R1 research university serving more than 30,000 students across South Florida. The department offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in music and maintains an active performance schedule featuring the Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Ensembles, Jazz Ensembles, and a wide range of community engagement initiatives.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We encourage applications from individuals committed to excellence in teaching, artistic achievement, and student success.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:
Master’s degree in Music or a closely related field.
Demonstrated success as a performer and teacher of Horn.


Preferred:
Doctoral degree in Music.
College-level teaching experience.
Evidence of successful student recruitment and mentorship.

Salary:

To be discussed with applicant.

College or Department:

Department of Music

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-08-28

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following:

- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for three professional references
- Links to recent performance recordings (audio or video)

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711