Assistant Professor of Music (Director of Bands)

Texas A&M University System • Laredo, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M International University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music serving as Director of Bands, beginning Fall 2027. This is a nine-month faculty position providing leadership for the undergraduate band program. The role includes directing the undergraduate Symphonic Band, teaching undergraduate music courses, recruiting and mentoring students, maintaining creative activity and/or scholarship appropriate for tenure, and providing service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will promote and grow the band program within the university and broader community, with the aim of increasing its visibility, enrollment, and participation in performances and festivals. The position also includes submitting external grant proposals to support creative work, infrastructure and curriculum development, and/or instrument acquisition; attending faculty meetings; and engaging in community and professional outreach that supports recruitment and enhances the visibility of the Symphonic Band and music program. Additional undergraduate music courses may be assigned as needed. The position requires face-to-face interactions and a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

The Department of Fine & Performing Arts offers undergraduate programs in music, art, theatre, and dance, emphasizing student success, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Finalists will be invited to campus for an interview, teaching demonstration, and a rehearsal/directing session with the undergraduate Symphonic Band or a small student ensemble.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate (DMA or PhD) in Instrumental Conducting, Music Education, or a closely related field by the start of the Fall 2027 semester.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and ensemble leadership.
• Ability to direct a collegiate band.
• Commitment to student recruitment, mentoring, creative activity or scholarship, and service.
• Potential to meet tenure and promotion expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Significant experience directing collegiate bands, developing and growing instrumental programs, and conducting community and regional outreach to support recruitment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within a comprehensive undergraduate music curriculum.
• Additional expertise in applied instruction, particularly in flute, double reeds, French horn, trombone, euphonium, or tuba.

Responsibilities

• Direct the undergraduate Symphonic Band.
• Teach undergraduate music courses, including additional courses as needed.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Recruit students and actively grow the band program.
• Promote the band program within the university and broader community to increase visibility, enrollment, and participation in performances and festivals.
• Submit external grant proposals to support creative work, infrastructure and curriculum development, and/or instrument acquisition.
• Maintain an active profile in creative activity and/or scholarship appropriate for tenure.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university, including attending faculty meetings.
• Engage in community and professional outreach that supports recruitment and enhances the visibility of the Symphonic Band and music program.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Life insurance
• Additional pay for summer teaching
• Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences
• Moving expenses covered in whole or in part by the university

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree