Asst. Professor U of M
4 weeks ago
Asst. Professor U of M - Director of Orchestral Studies
Job no: 521263
Work type: Faculty Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Music & Dance
Union: MSP
Categories: College of Humanities & Fine Arts
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual community of the region.
Job Description
The Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Orchestra Studies. This is a full-time nine-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on September 1, 2024. Responsibilities include conducting the UMass Symphony Orchestra, and the All-University Orchestra, teaching undergraduate and graduate conducting, advising undergraduate and graduate students, assisting with applied area instrumental recruiting efforts, and departmental service. Recruiting activities may include visiting secondary schools, offering workshops, masterclasses, and adjudicating.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Music required. A Master’s or Doctorate Degree is preferred.
Candidates with extensive professional experience (a minimum of five years) that have found success in the professional music world (ie. conducting orchestras, opera etc.) in lieu if pursuing graduate degrees will be considered
Potential for or an already established national reputation as a conductor in orchestral music.
Experience as a conductor of opera preferred.
Evidence of excellence in teaching as well as a demonstrated ability or commitment to, recruiting at the university level.
Ability to work effectively within the context of a music department.
Additional Information
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the University offers an attractive benefits package. The Department of Music and Dance values a socially equitable, inclusive, and collaborative environment to support students, faculty, and staff.
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