Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: commensurate with experience + qualification...
Orchestral conducting expertise
Graduate and undergraduate teaching
Artistic leadership in orchestral activities
The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program starting August 2026
Job Summary
The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program starting August 2026.
The position offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.
The Director will foster a collaborative environment promoting artistic excellence, teach courses including at the DMA level, and build partnerships with community organizations and professional musicians.
Matching Summary
The University of Arkansas seeks a dynamic and visionary conductor to provide artistic and academic leadership for its orchestral program starting August 2026.
Salary
Base: Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Orchestral conducting expertise
Graduate and undergraduate teaching
Artistic leadership in orchestral activities
Program-building and recruitment
Effective rehearsal and conducting skills
Collaborative environment fostering
Nice-to-have
Applied instruction and score reading
Symphonic literature knowledge
Community and public school partnerships
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Scholarly and creative activity potential
Mentorship and student success focus
Key Requirements
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in orchestral conducting or related field
At least three years collegiate or professional conducting experience
Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching
Potential for scholarly or creative distinction
Evidence of recruitment and program-building strategies
Ability to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States