Base: $90,000 - $95,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Advanced degree in jazz performance or closely related field
Leadership experience leading a collegiate jazz studies program
Demonstrated pedagogical success in music education
The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director of Jazz Studies starting in the 2026–2027 academic year
Job Summary
The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director of Jazz Studies starting in the 2026–2027 academic year.
The successful candidate will provide leadership by maintaining performance excellence, integrating the program into the broader community, and developing undergraduate and graduate curricula.
Responsibilities include leading the UMD Jazz Ensemble(s), coaching the Fellowship Graduate Combo, and recruiting diverse students while contributing to the university's strategic pillars.
Matching Summary
The University of Maryland School of Music seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director of Jazz Studies starting in the 2026–2027 academic year.
Salary
Base: $90,000 - $95,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Faculty benefits available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Advanced degree in jazz performance or closely related field
Leadership experience leading a collegiate jazz studies program
Demonstrated pedagogical success in music education
Nice-to-have
Experience teaching jazz at the collegiate level
Doctoral degree in jazz or closely related field
Active national and international performance profile
Key Requirements
Advanced degree in jazz performance or closely related field
Extensive professional national and/or international profile of performance in jazz
Leadership experience necessary to lead a collegiate jazz studies program
Work Rights
Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)