Tenured Professorship in Piano/Piano Methodology

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

06108 Halle (Saale)

Bewerbungsfrist: 2026-10-26

Overview

The Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg is looking to appoint a Tenured Professorship in Piano/Piano Methodology (W2 salary) within the Faculty of Philosophy II, Institute for Music, Media and Speech Sciences (IMMS), Department of Music Pedagogy. The position will commence preferably by the earliest possible date.
We are seeking a candidate with proven expertise in piano, piano performance and piano methodology, who is interested in collaborating on teaching and research projects at MLU and beyond.

University-level training of teacher-training students specialising in piano, their preparation for the pedagogical and artistic application of piano playing in a school context, and the coordination of instrumental training and accompaniment within the department.
Align with MLU’s profile areas ‘Cultures of Knowledge and Education’ and ‘Transformation’, thereby strengthening professional music education across society and the ‘Musikland Sachsen-Anhalt’ network.
Shape and further develop curricula for teacher training in music at the university, as well as the joint degree programmes with the Evangelical University of Church Music (EHK), in consultation with the state.
Collaborate with the departments of the Institute for Music, Media and Speech Sciences (IMMS) in research and teaching.
Commitment to a specific area of research is desirable; willingness to participate in academic self-governance is required.

Completed university degree in piano (Diploma, Master’s degree).
Proof of pedagogical aptitude (positive teaching evaluations, preferably in-depth artistic and methodological teaching at university level).
Particular aptitude for artistic work (e.g. concert examination, masterclass examination).
Evidence of additional artistic achievements (e.g. chamber music or song accompaniment, early music, competition prizes, concert performances).
Excellent knowledge of German, at least C1 level.

Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
Encouragement to apply for female candidates; family-friendly university since 2009.
Applications from candidates with disabilities welcome and will be given preference in case of equivalent qualification.

Tenured professorship (W2 salary).
Location: Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (specific campus details not provided in the posting).
Start date: preferably as soon as possible.

Applications should include a complete curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, a description of artistic career, and evidence of previous teaching experience.
Please include a private contact address and send applications digitally to https://berufungsportal.uni-halle.de/ by 26.10.2026.

Please note that the University is unable to reimburse costs associated with the application.