Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Salary is commensurate with experience + qualifica...
Orchestral conducting
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
Programmatic leadership
The Department of Music seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program, directing the University Symphony Orchestra and 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, directing the University Symphony Orchestra and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes artistic excellence and supports the development of student musicians.
  • The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including those at the DMA level, and may provide individual instruction, lead classes, and supervise dissertations and recitals.
  • 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, directing the University Symphony Orchestra and fostering a collaborative environment that promotes artistic excellence and supports the development of student musicians.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • orchestral conducting
  • teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
  • programmatic leadership
  • artistic excellence
  • student musicians development

Nice-to-have

  • visionary conductor
  • collaborative environment
  • scholarly and creative distinction
  • national or international recognition
  • effective communication and collegiality

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in orchestral conducting
  • At least three years of collegiate or professional conducting experience
  • Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching
  • Potential for scholarly/creative activity
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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