Assistant Professor of Flute

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico’s Department of Music seeks an Assistant Professor of Flute for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position beginning August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will teach applied flute, flute literature, and pedagogy at undergraduate and graduate levels; recruit and maintain a studio of skilled undergraduate and graduate students in flute performance and music education; and assist with recruitment in the woodwind area. The role includes coaching chamber ensembles and helping build and maintain high-level flute sections in University orchestras and bands. The candidate will perform in faculty recitals as a soloist or collaborator and maintain an active flute performance schedule. They will build relationships with school music programs, local youth ensembles, and private instructors, and develop a national reputation as a flute pedagogue and performer. The position is based in the Department of Music in the College of Fine Arts at the University of New Mexico’s Main Campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The University is a Carnegie R1 institution and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. The Department of Music has approximately 300 music majors and is accredited by NASM. The university serves nearly 23,000 students across five campuses. Applications are accepted through the official UNMJobs site, and the position remains open until filled. For best consideration, applications should be received by November 22, 2026.

Requirements

Doctorate in Music required by August 2027, or equivalent experience as a professional performer or university professor with a minimum of five years of experience.
Submit a signed cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and interest in teaching at the University of New Mexico.
Submit a detailed curriculum vitae, including courses or subject areas previously taught or within the candidate’s ability to teach.
Submit three to five links to recent, unedited, high-quality audio or video recordings made within the past two years, representing diverse selections totaling approximately 20 minutes.
Submit a list of solo and chamber repertoire programmed during the past five years.
Submit unofficial transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate study; official transcripts are required if advanced to an on-campus interview.
If appointed, provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements before initial employment.
Quarterfinalists must submit a 30-minute video of a private collegiate-level flute lesson taught within the past two years and a statement of no more than 1,500 words addressing pedagogical methodology, recruitment and retention strategies, and mentoring and supporting underrepresented populations and an inclusive campus culture.
Semifinalists must submit contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses, for four to five professional references.
Finalists must submit syllabi for a four-year undergraduate and two-year master’s studio flute course of study, including representative etudes, solo repertoire, and orchestral excerpts.
Complete applications must be submitted through the official UNMJobs site.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated excellence as a flute performer.
Demonstrated excellence as a flute instructor of students with varying ability levels and interests.
Understanding of appropriate sequential instruction for music majors.
Demonstrated ability to recruit undergraduate and graduate flute students.
Two years as a member of a professional ensemble, such as a symphony orchestra, military service band, or professional chamber music ensemble.
Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated potential to serve in a leadership position such as Woodwind Area Head.
Commitment to scholarship and a vision for future creative work and/or performance activity.
Ability to perform repertoire spanning a wide range of styles and genres, and commitment to teaching varied repertoire beyond the standard canon.
Commitment to cultivating understanding of New Mexico’s rich and varied cultures and supporting the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

Teach applied flute, flute literature, and pedagogy at undergraduate and graduate levels.
Recruit and maintain a studio of highly skilled undergraduate and graduate music students in flute performance and music education.
Assist with recruitment in the woodwind area.
Coach and develop chamber ensembles.
Help build and maintain high-level flute sections in University orchestras and bands.
Perform in faculty recitals as a soloist or collaborator and maintain an active schedule as a flute performer.
Develop strong relationships with school music programs, local youth ensembles, and private instructors.
Develop a national reputation as a flute pedagogue and performer.