The University of Oklahoma Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts School of Music seeks a dedicated Interim Instructor/Lecturer of Violin to join a program long known for the nurturing and development of generations of gifted musicians and teachers. This position is a one-year appointment.

Responsibilities

Primary teaching responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied violin courses as assigned by the School of Music, having the ability to teach and inspire students in string quartet, chamber music, and other courses in the area of violin and string performance and pedagogy as needed by the program. The Instructor/Lecturer will participate in all String Area activities, including recruitment, auditions, juries, and outreach. 

Position: Interim Instructor/Lecturer of Violin

Starting Date: August 16^th, 2026

Required Qualifications

Earned Master's Degree in Violin Performance

Evidence of effective teaching and performing

Desired Qualifications

Earned Doctorate in Violin Performance

Collegiate teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels

Creative/scholarly accomplishments demonstrated through national solo, chamber, and orchestral performances

Application Materials

Please submit 1) a letter of application, 2) a complete curriculum vita, 3) recent live YouTube video performance recordings, 4) video examples of teaching, and 5) contact information for at least three professional references.

Applications must be submitted through Interfolio

Direct Questions to

Dr. Jonathan Ruck

Violin Search Committee Chair

[email protected]

Screening of applicants will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.