Job Description

Assistant Professor- Director of Orchestra

Posting Numberreq31001
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeTenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring DepartmentMusic (459A)
Academic LocationCollege of Fine Arts
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
Position: Director of Orchestra Studies, Assistant Professor
RESPONSIBILITIES/POSITION SUMMARY: The University of New Mexico is seeking a tenure
track Director of Orchestral Studies. This Assistant Professor will conduct the UNM Symphony
Orchestra, teach undergraduate and graduate conducting seminar classes and orchestral repertoire
classes, supervise graduate conducting recitals, provide leadership for orchestral area and supervise
orchestral graduate students. Administrative duties will include budget management, scheduling of
concerts and venues, and the organization of and participation in recruitment activities. This faculty
member will teach other courses as appropriate and as based on the expertise of the candidate and
establish an active schedule of recruitment and interaction with orchestra directors and music educators
in the metropolitan area, throughout the state, nationally and internationally. This faculty member will
recruit excellent graduate conducting students in order to further the growth of the orchestral area. This
faculty member will work collaboratively with faculty in applied instrumental instruction, music
education, and conducting to create an inclusive environment. This faculty member will engage actively
with the larger arts and music education community in New Mexico.
Affirmative Action Considerations: The Department of Music is committed to giving members of
underrepresented groups serious consideration within the academic parameters of this position.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Doctorate in Music required by August 2025.
(2) Three years of orchestral conducting experience, either university, professional, or community
orchestras.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1.Artist level conductor.
2. Two years secondary-school level teaching/conducting (can include youth orchestras).
3. Vision to create and ability to execute recruiting initiatives.
4. Strong oral and written communication, organizational and administrative skills.
5. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as
working with broadly diverse communities.
6. A demonstrated commitment to scholarship and a vision for future creative work and/or
performance activity.
7. Experience with mentorship.
8. Engagement and experience with community-oriented ensembles including but not limited to
youth ensemble conducting, summer music festivals and community ensembles.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applications must include:1. A signed letter of interest that addresses listed qualifications;2. a detailed curriculum vita including a list of courses or subject areas previously taught orwithin the candidate's ability to teach;3. a teaching philosophy statement which includes strategies for recruiting and retainingquality students, and pedagogical methods for conducting students.4. a statement on diversity which demonstrates how the candidate will mentor/advise studentsfrom underrepresented populations and what role will be played to enrich the campus culturethat values diversity, equity, and inclusion;5. recent (within the last five years) 20-30 minutes of digital video recordings of the applicantconducting an orchestral rehearsal; and6. 20-30 minutes of digital video recordings of recent performance/s conducted by applicant.Quarter-finalists will also submit the following materials:1. A repertoire list of works conducted;2. three printed programs of full concerts (including recitals) conducted in the last 3-5 years;3. names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3-5 professional references;4. unofficial transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework.Semi- finalists will be asked to participate in a phone or video interview.Finalists will interview with the Search Committee, the Chair of the Department of Music, andthe Dean of the College of Fine Arts. The finalists will conduct a rehearsal with the UNMSymphony Orchestra and teach a class in conducting and possibly conduct Sinfonia. Meetingswill also take place with UNM faculty, staff and students.Only complete applications will be considered.INTERVIEW: Two or more finalists will be invited to the University of New Mexico to interview andaudition for the search committee and administration as well as meet students and faculty.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 11/1/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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