Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Orchestral conducting expertise
Artistic and academic leadership
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
The Department of Music seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes artistic excellence and supports the development of student musicians
Job Summary
The Department of Music seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes artistic excellence and supports the development of student musicians.
The successful candidate will direct the University Symphony Orchestra, program engaging and educationally appropriate repertoire, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including those at the DMA level.
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.
Matching Summary
The Department of Music seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes artistic excellence and supports the development of student musicians.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Orchestral conducting expertise
Artistic and academic leadership
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
Student musician development
Community engagement and partnerships
Nice-to-have
Visionary conductor
Collaborative environment
Scholarly and creative distinction
Effective communication skills
Cooperative spirit
Key Requirements
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in orchestral conducting
Three years of collegiate or professional conducting experience
Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching
Potential for scholarly/creative activity
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States