Staff Collaborative Pianist The Truman State University Department of Music invites applications for the position of Staff Collaborative Pianist. This is a nine-month, renewable, benefits-eligible position to begin in 2026 at the successful candidate's earliest availability. Collaborate with vocal and instrumental students in lessons, juries, and recitals. Collaborate with faculty and guest artists in performances. Support ensemble performances as needed. Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in collaborative piano or piano performance. Excellent collaborative performance skills. Excellent sight-reading skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to collegiality within the learning community.
Preferred Qualifications:
ABD or doctorate in collaborative piano or piano performance. Extensive knowledge of instrumental and vocal repertoire. Accompanying experience beyond graduate assistantship. Applications must include a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications and summarizes the applicant's activity in the area of interest; a current resume or curriculum vitae; copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable); contact information for at least three references; complete repertoire list (vocal and instrumental); and a document with links to videos of recent collaborative performances including at least one video with a vocalist and one with an instrumentalist. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Review of applications will begin September 2, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary:
The salary for this position is $36,596 annually. Non Discrimination Statement - Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu. Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu.
