Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
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Orchestral conducting expertise
Artistic and academic leadership
Student musician development
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The University of Arkansas is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of Conducting to serve as the Director of Orchestral Activities, starting in August 2026. This tenure-track position requires a dynamic conductor to lead the University Symphony Orchestra and contribute to academic programs, community engagement, and the development of student musicians.
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Job Summary
The University of Arkansas 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 artistic excellence.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, providing individual instruction, leading classes, supervising dissertations and recitals, and engaging in scholarly or creative activity consistent with rank.
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor of Conducting to serve as the Director of Orchestral Activities, starting in August 2026. This tenure-track position requires a dynamic conductor to lead the University Symphony Orchestra and contribute to academic programs, community engagement, and the development of student musicians.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Orchestral conducting expertise
Artistic and academic leadership
Student musician development
Programmatic repertoire selection
Undergraduate and graduate teaching
Scholarly or creative activity
Nice-to-have
Collaborative environment
Community partnerships
Visionary conductor
Collegiality and cooperative spirit
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 distinction
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States