Music and Theatre Arts: Assistant Professor as Orchestra Director

Universities of Wisconsin • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

A competitive recruitment and selection process was conducted for this employment opportunity and a U.S. worker was not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed on behalf of an alien to fill the employment opportunity. Anyone with documentary evidence relative to the application, or available workers, wages and/or working conditions, may contact the Regional Certifying Office of the Department of Labor at the following address: U.S Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Foreign Labor Certification 200 Constitution Avenue, NW Room N-5311 Washington, DC 20210 The position has been filled. This posting is mandatory to meet a United States Department of Labor requirement. See the job posting for more details. POSITION: Probationary tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 17, 2026. The Department of Music and Theatre Arts seeks a dynamic candidate committed to recruiting, maintaining, and directing a strong and active orchestra program.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate required, with a specialty in orchestral conducting.
• ABD applicants considered, but terminal degree must be finished by March 21, 2027.
• Demonstrated success as an orchestral conductor.

Nice To Haves

• Experience recruiting and teaching at the collegiate level is desired.
• Background as a string player strongly preferred.
• Commitment to equity and inclusiveness and/or ability to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to campus is desired.
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching in public schools considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the University Symphony Orchestra.
• Teach conducting course for majors, applied conducting and score study.
• Conduct the orchestra in the musical/opera and department events such as the Holiday Concert and Viennese Ball.
• Other courses and responsibilities such as music appreciation, orchestral literature, string pedagogy, and string techniques, may be possible according to candidate interest/experience and departmental need.
• Coordinate and oversee orchestra tours, clinics, and festivals.
• Participate in orchestra recruiting and events

What This Job Offers

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