Assistant Professor of Instrumental Ensembles
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
An EHRA Faculty application is required in order to be considered for a faculty position. Please note, EHRA applications do not have an employment entry section. Instead, a resume/CV will be required to be uploaded by the applicant, along with any other documents the Department or assigned Search Committee deem relevant for the review process. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process.
UNCSA follows the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) guidelines for faculty credentialing. The successful candidate will be required to submit a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of earned degrees, and/or substantiating documentation of experiential qualifications as a condition of employment.
Pursuant to UNCSA policy, as a condition of employment the University must obtain a criminal background report and determine that the nature and seriousness of any criminal offenses do not render employment with the University inappropriate.
UNCSA is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees in offering access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, national guard or political affiliation.
EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu
Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Title |
Assistant Professor of Instrumental Ensembles |
| Position Number |
040200 |
| School/Department Information |
School of Music |
| Position Summary |
The
UNCSA School of Music seeks an enthusiastic, multi-faceted, student-focused teacher to serve as its Assistant Professor of Instrumental Ensembles. The ideal candidate will be an individual of integrity and collegiality, with versatility, creativity, and vision to help the institution proactively engage with a constantly evolving profession.
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| Description of Responsibilities and Duties |
Teaching
- Conduct Wind Ensemble and other ensembles that may include Chamber Winds, New Music Ensemble, and Symphony Orchestra
- Teach undergraduate and graduate conducting courses
- Teach other classes as assigned by the Dean that are appropriate to the candidate's skills and expertise
Administrative
- In collaboration with the Dean, serve as the architect of the large ensembles calendar, scheduling rehearsals and performances in coordination with UNCSA administrative staff, conductor schedules, guest artists, tours, festivals, and special events
- Work with conductors, faculty, staff, and administration on repertoire choices and programming for each school year
- Recruit for the instrumental conducting program
- Meet with applied faculty each semester to advise and determine student part assignments for all large instrumental ensembles
- Assist UNCSA administrators in collaborative programming and performances within the university
- Operate the UNCSA Invitational Band Festival
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean
Service
- Assist recruiting efforts of applied faculty, participating in events and programs where the visibility of UNCSA faculty can serve as an asset for recruiting, student success, and morale
- Develop and maintain relationships with music educators in North Carolina and beyond
- Support the University's Strategic Plan
- Service responsibilities include committee work and other activities that benefit the School and its students as assigned by the Dean
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Review of applications will begin March 14, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include:
- Letter of Intent
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references
- Submit links to three to five samples of rehearsal and concert performance as a conductor with the camera facing you from the ensemble's perspective
CONTRACT STRUCTURE
Instead of tenure,
UNCSA operates on an expanding contract system, building from 3-year to 10-year terms. In addition, there are three ranks for full-time faculty: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Full Professor. |
| Required Qualifications |
- An earned master's degree in music with professional experience equivalent to the terminal degree in music, or an equivalent combination of educational and professional experience
- A commitment to student success, their health and wellbeing
- Experience teaching conducting at the university level
- Professional and/or collegiate wind band conducting experience
- Demonstrated commitment and effectiveness as a teacher of students of varying levels and backgrounds, and in fostering development and creative talent in young artists
- Expertise in a broad range of musical genres and styles, with demonstrated experience developing culturally inclusive curricula and diverse programming
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Instrumental Conducting
- Established national and/or international reputation as a conductor of large ensembles with high visibility in the field
- Classroom teaching experience at the university level
- Experience in the creation, planning, organization, and operation of conferences, symposiums, and/or large-scale recruiting events
- Experience conducting pit orchestras for musical theatre, plays, and ballet
- Active in guest conducting and presenting at professional conferences
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| Tenure Information |
UNCSA utilizes a multi-year contract system in lieu of tenure. |
| Instructions to Candidates |
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| Classification Code |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
F120P |
| Open Date |
02/12/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Recruitment Range, if applicable |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Special Instructions to Candidates |
An
EHRA Faculty application is required in order to be considered for a faculty position. Please note,
EHRA applications do not have an employment entry section. Instead, a resume/CV will be required to be uploaded by the applicant, along with any other documents the Department or assigned Search Committee deem relevant for the review process. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process.
UNCSA follows the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (
SACS) guidelines for faculty credentialing. The successful candidate will be required to submit a curriculum vitae, official transcripts of earned degrees, and/or substantiating documentation of experiential qualifications as a condition of employment.
Pursuant to
UNCSA policy, as a condition of employment the University must obtain a criminal background report and determine that the nature and seriousness of any criminal offenses do not render employment with the University inappropriate.
UNCSA is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees in offering access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, national guard or political affiliation.
EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- UNCSA Website
- Agency Referral
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Online Job Board
- Other
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of References
Optional Documents
- Media File 2
- Other
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts
Feb 12, 2025