Academic Position: Full-Time Staff Accompanist, The University of Texas at Brownsville

The following information about a staff accompanist opening has been sent by Dr. Tom Nevill, Chair of the Department of Music at the University of Texas at Brownsville:

Accompanist - Music
Position Number: FY 14-74
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Chairperson of the Department of Music
Scope: The University of Texas at Brownsville has an opening for a full-time staff accompanist position beginning in Fall 2014. Accompanying duties will include vocal and instrumental accompanying for bachelor level students in recitals, seminars, lessons, auditions, and rehearsals. The assignment will also include accompanying choral ensembles as well as opera rehearsals and performances. The successful applicant must demonstrate a wide knowledge of vocal and instrumental literature as well as excellent sight reading and performance skills. The ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students is essential. This is a security-sensitive position subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which allows the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Education: Master’s degree required.
Experience: Professional level experience as a collaborative pianist.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with UTB Pay Plan.
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until the position is filled.
Application Procedure: Download and complete a faculty application from: www.utb.edu/ba/hr/employment. Candidates should submit a letter of application; CV; a 30 minute DVD of a representative collaborative performance or a link to online videos; and three letters of recommendation. Submit application materials to: Office of Human Resources

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