Assistant Professor, Oboe

The Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Oboe, beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will be an artist-level performer and teacher with a proven record of recruiting and student success. 

Responsibilities

• Teach applied oboe lessons, reed making, and pedagogy at the undergraduate levels.
• Coach chamber ensembles.
• Actively recruit, mentor, and retain oboe students; maintain an active and engaged studio. 
• Collaborate and perform with the School of Music faculty.
• Teach coursework in an additional area (e.g., music theory, music history, etc.).
• Maintain regional., national, and international visibility through performing and teaching engagements.
• Serve on and/or chair doctoral committees.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in oboe performance (or closely related field) required; doctorate preferred
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching applied oboe at the college level
• Extensive experience as a soloist, chamber musician, and/or orchestral musician 
• Ability and desire to teach in an area outside of oboe

Application: Candidates should go to: http://workforum.memphis.edu to submit an application. Required application materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Web links to 3 performances within the last 5 years (video preferred)
• Web links to 2 videos of representative teaching 
• A list of at least three references with contact information 
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Review of applications will begin October 30, 2026, and may continue until a successful candidate is named. 

For further information contact:

Dr. Robyn Jones, Associate Professor of Clarinet

Chair - Assistant Professor of Oboe Search Committee

(504) 250-4510

rljnes12@memphis.edu