Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: commensurate with experience + qualification...
Orchestral conducting expertise
Graduate and undergraduate teaching
Program leadership and development
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • The successful candidate will provide artistic and academic leadership as Director of Orchestral Activities, directing the University Symphony Orchestra and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including DMA level instruction.
  • The Department of Music is a nationally and internationally recognized program with over 350 students, numerous ensembles, and a strong commitment to community engagement and artistic excellence.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Orchestral conducting expertise
  • Graduate and undergraduate teaching
  • Program leadership and development
  • Student mentorship and recruitment
  • Collaborative artistic leadership
  • Effective communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Applied instruction skills
  • Score reading and symphonic literature knowledge
  • Community and public school partnerships
  • Scholarly and creative activity
  • Collegial and cooperative spirit

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in orchestral conducting
  • Minimum three years collegiate or professional conducting experience
  • Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching
  • Active research agenda or scholarly/creative activity potential
  • Ability to work in the United States
  • Evidence of effective recruitment and program-building

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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