Concordia College is fully committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment decisions in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status or membership or activity in a local human rights commission. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the Director, Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, Lorentzsen Hall, Room 150, 218-299-3339. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in the recruitment process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources athr@cord.eduor218-299-3339, or visit theHuman Resources Home Page (https://www.concordiacollege.edu/directories/offices-departments-directory/human-resources/) . Position Details Position Title: Assistant Professor of Clarinet Position Type: Faculty FTE: 1.0 Benefit Eligible: Yes Secondary Employment Status: Tenure Eligible Job Summary: Concordia College (Moorhead, MN) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank ofAssistant Professor of Clarinet. The successful candidate will lead the clarinet studio (both music majors and non-majors), teach applied clarinet lessons, clarinet literature/pedagogy, woodwind techniques, clarinet choir, and coach chamber music. Additional responsibilities may include fundamental musicianship (i.e., music theory, ear training), jazz, musicology/ethnomusicology, and/or other areas of the candidate’s interest and departmental need. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues and assume an active role in the recruitment, advisement, and retention of music students. Expectations include maintaining consistent creative activity and contributing service to the college. Successful candidates will aspire to be part of a diverse community that affirms an abundance of identities, experiences, and perspectives in order to imagine, examine, and implement possibilities for individual and communal thriving both inside and outside the Department of Music. This includes promoting diversity and inclusive practices in programming, instruction, and recruitment. Minimum Qualifications: + Master’s degree in clarinet performance + Demonstrated excellence as a clarinet performer + Demonstrated success in teaching applied clarinet at the undergraduate level + Evidence of strong interpersonal and collaborative skills as a performer, teacher, and colleague + Demonstrated success in the recruitment of music majors and non-majors to a collegiate music program and/or clarinet studio Preferred Qualifications: + Doctoral degree (or ABD) in clarinet performance + Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse populations + At least three years of university teaching Concordia College is NASM accredited, and the Music Department enjoys a thriving and growing student population with nearly 200 music majors (music education, performance, and composition), due in part to its excellent reputation throughout the region. The department is the single largest on campus, with more than 30 faculty and over 1/4 of the entire student body participating in vocal and instrumental lessons and ensembles. Many graduates pursue careers in music education, where the post-graduation employment rate is extremely high, while others pursue graduate degrees at leading national institutions and/or careers in performing or creative activity. The instrumental music program includes three concert bands, two orchestras, three jazz bands and a combo, chamber ensembles, and a number of other opportunities for students to engage with music as part of their undergraduate experience. In addition to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees, the department also offers a Master of Music in Music Education. Concordia College is a private, co-educational, baccalaureate liberal arts college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America that prepares its students to become responsible leaders in the global society. It is located in the Moorhead (MN)/Fargo (ND) area, a growing metropolitan area of 235,000, consistently ranked among the nation’s most livable cities. Fargo-Moorhead’s thriving cultural scene is home to a variety of professional arts organizations including its own opera, ballet, and theatre companies, symphony orchestra, film festival, and art museums and galleries. Please visit our website atwww.concordiacollege.edufor more information about the college and the music program. Applications may be submitted online at:cord.edu/careers. In addition to the online application, other required application materials include: + Cover letter + Curriculum vitae + Teaching Philosophy + Contact Information for Three Professional References + Easily accessible web links to two performance videos and one teaching video (submitted as Other Documents). Review of applications will begin January 5, 2026and continue until the position is filled. Note: international work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For more information about this position and to apply, please visitcord.edu/careers. Concordia College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. A criminal background check will be completed before hire. If you have further questions please contactDr. Jennifer Hawkinson, Search Committee Chair, jhawkin1@cord.edu. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: + Master’s degree in clarinet performance + Demonstrated excellence as a clarinet performer + Demonstrated success in teaching applied clarinet at the undergraduate level + Evidence of strong interpersonal and collaborative skills as a performer, teacher, and colleague + Demonstrated success in the recruitment of music majors and non-majors to a collegiate music program and/or clarinet studio Preferred Qualifications: + Doctoral degree (or ABD) in clarinet performance + Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse populations + At least three years of university teaching Position Opening Date: 11/26/2025 Position Closing Date: Open Until Filled? Yes Screening Begins: 1/5/2026 Benefits and Salary: Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package: + Health Insurance + Flexible Spending Account + Vision Insurance + Dental Insurance + Preventative Chiropractic Program + Retirement Plan + Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only) + Life Insurance (full-time only) + Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's + Paid parental leave + Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages + Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools + Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc. + Extras: access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides + Salary– 54,000.00 - 60,000.00 USD Annual Salary The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions. EEO/AA Statement: Concordia College will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. Employment Contingencies: Background Check Location: Moorhead Special Instructions to Applicants: Note: international work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Documents Needed to Apply + Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae + Cover Letter + Contact Information for Three Professional References + Teaching Philosophy + Easily accessible web links to two performance videos and one teaching video + Unofficial Transcripts