Visiting Assistant Professor - Music (Teacher/Artist of Trumpet)
About The Position
The University of Wyoming is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor, Teacher/Artist of Trumpet, for the Music Department. This position involves teaching studio trumpet, recruiting and maintaining a high-quality trumpet studio, coaching ensembles, performing as a soloist and in faculty ensembles, and participating in outreach activities. The role also includes teaching classes in the jazz area, working cooperatively with colleagues and students, establishing a reputation for high-quality performance, assuming normal professional duties such as creative activity, service, and student advising, and contributing to the intellectual and cultural life of the University. The position is located on campus in Laramie, Wyoming.
Requirements
- Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) is required
- Demonstrate evidence of active professional performance in a variety of musical settings
- A valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP
Nice To Haves
- Successful college teaching experience
- Proven track record in recruiting students
- Experience working with public schools
- Studio trumpet teaching experience
- Jazz/commercial experience
- Ability to teach courses such as Historical Perspectives, Jazz Techniques, and/or others
Responsibilities
- Teach studio trumpet
- Recruit and maintain a high-quality trumpet studio
- Coach ensembles
- Perform as a soloist and in faculty ensembles
- Participate in outreach activities
- Serve as liaison with regional music educators
- Teach classes in the jazz area
- Work cooperatively with colleagues and students
- Establish a reputation for high quality performance in the region, nationally, and internationally
- Assume normal professional duties, such as creative activity, service, and student advising
- Contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the University
Benefits
- State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan
- Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, including 4 deductible options
- Ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure
- Tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents
- Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
