Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Conducting – Director Of Orchestral Activities

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: commensurate with experience + qualification...
Orchestral conducting expertise
Graduate and undergraduate teaching
Program leadership and development
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 includes directing the University Symphony Orchestra, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and fostering student success through mentorship and recruitment.
  • The university offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

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
  • Program leadership and development
  • Collaborative artistic environment
  • Student mentorship and recruitment

Nice-to-have

  • Applied instruction and score reading
  • Symphonic literature knowledge
  • Community and professional partnerships
  • Scholarly and creative activity
  • Effective communication and collegiality

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Musical Arts in orchestral conducting
  • At least three years collegiate or professional conducting experience
  • Record of exceptional teaching at graduate or undergraduate level
  • Evidence or potential for active research agenda
  • Eligibility to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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