"Assistant Professor of Orchestra Conducting - Tenure-Track - Music"

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Position Title: Assistant Professor of Orchestra Conducting - Tenure-Track - Music

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Department of Music in the College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a tenure-track faculty member in the area of Orchestra Conducting beginning August 2026 with rank to be determined at hire. This is a full-time position with responsibilities for teaching undergraduate courses in music, research, and service to the university, community, and profession. Research and teaching expertise should complement existing faculty expertise.

The successful candidate will be able to direct the university orchestras and teach conducting as part of the music program. The candidate will also be expected to pursue an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications and contributes to advancing the department, university, the profession, and society. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace the principles of diversity and inclusion as a member of the university community.

Responsibilities:

Full-Time teaching responsibilities include directing the university orchestras and teaching conducting. In addition, faculty members serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities. Service responsibilities include committee service at the departmental, college, and university levels as well as participation in community organizations and the discipline as relevant to the candidate’s expertise and interest. Faculty at UW-W may be required to teach in a variety of formats, including in-person, online and/or in a hybrid format. All students, faculty, and staff are required to ensure their materials are digitally accessible and utilize standard technology platforms supported by UW-Whitewater. Examples include, but are not limited to, Navigate, Canvas, and Microsoft Office applications – including Outlook, which is essential for university email communications and scheduling.

Provide artistic and administrative leadership in the orchestral music program at UW­ Whitewater; direct the Whitewater Symphony Orchestra and the Chamber Orchestra; teach conducting and a core interdisciplinary arts course; perform additional duties according to the qualifications of the successful candidate and the needs of the department, which might include applied music instruction and additional music or music education coursework; participate in departmental activities, recruiting, and outreach.

Department:

The Department of Music, with over 160 music majors, 75 music minors, and 30 full or part time faculty and staff is a division of the College of Arts and Communication and is a fully accredited member of NASM. The Department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees with emphases in Music Education, Performance, and History/Theory.

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $54,500.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

Earned Doctorate or terminal degree required. ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2026; if not, they will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2027 in advance of their first scheduled review. Orchestral conductor with a strong commitment to undergraduate music education; demonstrated excellence in musicianship and rehearsal techniques; well-developed communication skills and organizational abilities; demonstrated effectiveness as a teacher at the college level; ability to work collaboratively in a university environment; strong commitment to recruiting. Clear evidence of scholarly potential, commitment to working with diverse populations and serving as active member of the university community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Applications received by December 1, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover letter/letter of interest
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Curriculum Vita
• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)
• Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Dr. Benjamin Whitcomb

Professor of Music

whitcomb@uww.edu

262-472-1310

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu.