Assistant Professor of Trumpet - Tenure Track

UMass Amherst•Amherst, NY

1d•$79,350 - $110,409•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Music and Dance invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Trumpet, beginning September 1, 2027. This is a 9-month academic-year appointment at 100% full-time equivalency with full benefits. The position is based onsite in Amherst and includes teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, performing and maintaining professional visibility, collaborating on artistic activities, and contributing to departmental, college, university, and professional service. The position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Requirements

Master’s degree in trumpet performance.
Demonstrated achievement as a trumpet performer, with evidence of the potential to establish or maintain a national profile.
Evidence of excellence in teaching and the potential to recruit and retain students at the university level.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within the Department of Music and Dance.

Nice To Haves

DMA preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach applied trumpet lessons to undergraduate and graduate students.
Lead a weekly trumpet studio class.
Coordinate and teach beginning trumpet techniques for music education majors.
Coach chamber ensembles as needed.
Recruit, mentor, and retain students in the trumpet studio.
Maintain regional and national visibility as an active performer and pedagogue.
Collaborate with faculty colleagues in organizing and participating in on-campus performances and other artistic activities.
Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee assignments, and contribute to professional service as appropriate.
Perform area-specific administrative duties as needed.