Assistant Professor of Viola and Chamber Music

A bout UNCSA and The School of Music

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts ( UNCSA) stands as one of the nation's premier creative and performing arts institutions. Founded in 1963 as America's first public arts conservatory, UNCSA has earned a reputation for excellence by nurturing the next generation of gifted artists. Through rigorous training, immersive experiences, and a deeply collaborative environment, UNCSA equips emerging creatives with the knowledge, discipline, and inspiration needed to thrive in their fields and lead meaningful lives.

UNCSA plays a vital role in enriching the cultural and economic landscape of North Carolina and beyond. Located in Winston-Salem-a progressive Southern city known for its vibrant downtown, rich arts scene, and welcoming community-UNCSA is one of 17 distinguished institutions in the University of North Carolina system. The university serves more than 1,300 students, from high school through graduate-level programs, creating a dynamic and diverse artistic community.

Among its five world-class conservatories-Drama, Dance, Design & Production, Filmmaking, and Music-the School of Music offers a transformative conservatory experience. With 293 students, 28 full-time faculty, and 26 adjunct instructors, the School of Music fosters artistic excellence through intensive individual study, mentorship from dedicated faculty, and access to state-of-the-art facilities. Students benefit from more than 200 performances annually, including recitals, concerts, and operas, many of which feature interdisciplinary collaborations with other UNCSA arts schools. This rich performance culture not only hones students' craft but also prepares them to be versatile, confident, and impactful artists in a global creative economy.

The School of Music seeks an individual of integrity and collegiality to recruit, teach, and mentor a studio of highly qualified violists, as well as teach and coordinate chamber music activities. The successful candidate should not only be an excellent teacher equipped with the highest standards and expertise in the field, they should also be an effective collaborator, ready to work closely with artist colleagues in the School of Music and in the other art schools on our university campus. We seek a colleague with versatility, creativity, and vision to help the institution continue to proactively engage with a constantly evolving profession.

Instead of tenure, UNCSA operates on an expanding contract system, building from 3-year to 10-year terms. In addition, there are three ranks for full-time faculty: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor. Success in teaching and recruitment, professional creative activity and/or research, and service will be evaluated as part of the contract renewal and rank promotion process.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include:

Do not submit recordings or videos at this time. Other materials, including links to recordings of recent performances and teaching videos may be requested later.

An EPS application is required in order to be considered for a faculty position. Please note, EPS applications do not have an employment entry section. Instead, a resume/CV will be required to be uploaded by the applicant, along with any other documents the Department or assigned Search Committee deem relevant for the review process. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

UNCSA follows the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS) guidelines for faculty credentialing. The successful candidate will be required to submit a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of earned degrees, and/or substantiating documentation of experiential qualifications as a condition of employment.

Pursuant to UNCSA policy, as a condition of employment, the University must obtain a criminal background report and determine that the nature and seriousness of any criminal offenses do not render employment with the University inappropriate.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment or retaliation based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.