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Assistant Professor of Piano

Prairie View, TX

Job Title Assistant Professor of Piano Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Department Of Music & Drama Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty ...

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Liberty University

Piano Tuner

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$12.77/hr

Provides excellent customer service to the professors and students of the School of Music ... Music majors or piano players preferred * Must be detail oriented, keep records, and document work ...

Liberty

Piano Tuner

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$12.77/hr

Provides excellent customer service to the professors and students of the School of Music ... Music majors or piano players preferred * Must be detail oriented, keep records, and document work ...

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A Piano Professor teaches piano performance, technique, and music theory at a college or university. They mentor students, prepare them for recitals and competitions, and may conduct research or publish work in music education. Additionally, they often perform professionally and participate in academic committees. Their role helps shape aspiring pianists into skilled musicians and educators.

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Assistant Professor of Piano

Assistant Professor of Piano

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

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Job Title

Assistant Professor of Piano

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Department Of Music & Drama

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.Please be advised that TexasA&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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The Department of Music, Theatre and Dance at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Piano position beginning Fall 2026. We seek an accomplished pianist, educator, and collaborative artist who is committed to excellence in teaching, performance, student mentorship, and professional engagement. Responsibilities include applied piano instruction, collaborative performance, and contributions to the artistic and academic mission of the department.

As an All-Steinway School, Prairie View A&M University is committed to providing exceptional piano instruction and fostering artistic excellence through performance, scholarship, and community engagement.

The salary isdeterminedin accordance withthe University's compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach applied piano lessons and functional piano courses.
  • Teach aural skills and academic music courses according to departmental needs.
  • Serve as collaborative pianist for student and faculty performances.
  • Support recruitment, outreach, and artistic initiatives, including PVAMU Piano Fest.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Piano Performance, Piano Pedagogy, Collaborative Piano, or closely related field by the time of appointment.
  • Three to Four years of successful teaching experience in higher education.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated success in teaching piano and/or musicianship courses.
  • Evidence of strong performance and collaborative piano skills.
  • Commitment to undergraduate teaching and student mentorship.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the student population.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Five years of successful teaching experience in higher education.
  • Active national or international performance profile.
  • Experience accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists in recital settings.
  • Experience organizing festivals, outreach programs, or recruitment initiatives.
  • Proficiency or familiarity with gospel, jazz, commercial music, or other contemporary styles.

Job Posting Close Date:

  • 07/18/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Anyadditionalattachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicantsare required toapply via our Career Site on or before the closing dateindicatedon the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed,HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position viathePVAMUCareersite.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing dateindicatedto ensure full consideration for the applicationsubmitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing dateindicatedabove at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you needassistancewith the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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