The Oulu Sinfonia invites applications for the permanent position of principal tuba. The position includes an obligation to play tuba and contrabass tuba.
Oulu Sinfonia is composed of 61 musicians and is the northernmost symphony orchestra in Finland. The Oulu Sinfonia performs traditional symphony concerts, as well as a wide range of musical genres. Madetoja Hall at the Oulu Music Centre has 816 seats.
The task is to act as principal tuba in the symphony orchestra. The principal tuba is expected to maintain his/her playing skills and carry out all other tasks within the area of responsibility.
The position requires excellent playing skills and good social interaction skills.
Bonuses for previous work experience shall be added to the pay in accordance with the Collective Agreement along with compensations for costume and musical instrument. In addition, locally agreed media and media usage compensation will be paid.
The audition will be held on Monday the 26th of January 2026 starting at 10 am (Finnish time) at the Madetoja Hall, Leevi Madetojan katu 3, Oulu, Finland.
The one who will be appointed to this position must submit a medical certificate for his/her state of health before accepting the position. The City of Oulu applies a probationary period of six (6) months in its permanent positions.
Applications should primarily be submitted through the electronic application form. Alternatively, applications can be submitted to the address Oulun kaupungin kirjaamo, PL 71, 90015 Oulun kaupunki, visiting address Kansankatu 55 A. Applications must include the position-specific register number OUKA/13724/2025. Closing date for submitting applications is 1 December 2025 at 3 pm (Finnish time).