Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Orchestral conducting expertise
Graduate and undergraduate teaching
Artistic and academic leadership
The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic conductor to lead its orchestral program and provide artistic and academic leadership starting August 2026

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic conductor to lead its orchestral program and provide artistic and academic leadership starting August 2026.
  • The position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.
  • The Department of Music is home to over 350 students and offers degrees through the doctorate level, with a strong emphasis on performance and scholarly activity.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic conductor to lead its orchestral program and provide artistic and academic leadership starting August 2026.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Orchestral conducting expertise
  • Graduate and undergraduate teaching
  • Artistic and academic leadership
  • Program building and recruitment
  • Collaborative environment fostering

Nice-to-have

  • Applied instruction skills
  • Score reading knowledge
  • Symphonic literature expertise
  • Community partnership building
  • Effective communication and collegiality

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Musical Arts in orchestral conducting
  • Minimum three years collegiate or professional conducting experience
  • Record of exceptional teaching at graduate or undergraduate level
  • Evidence or potential for active research or scholarly activity
  • Ability to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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