Artist-Teacher of Bass - Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure Track
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- The University of Texas at Austin
- Location
- Austin, TX
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- Arts & Humanities
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
Austin, TX
Open Date:
Sep 26, 2018
Description:
Teach individual lessons to undergraduate and graduate bass students. Supervise recitals, special projects and DMA documents; coach ensembles and sectional rehearsals; organize weekly studio classes and promote a studio culture that supports educational diversity. Recruit, develop and retain a bass studio of the highest quality via local, regional, national, and international outreach and performing. Liaise and collaborate with ensemble colleagues in orchestra, bands,New Music Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble, and chamber music. Engage in leadership and service activities within the ensembles division, the Butler School, and the University. Maintain professional activities appropriate for a tenured position at a Tier 1 research university, including visibility as a performer and presenter at professional meetings. This position begins August 2019.
Qualifications:
DMA or equivalent professional experience.Demonstrated commitment to preparing young musicians for twenty-first century teaching and performing careers via high professional standards, superb pedagogical skills, advocacy and outreach, and active mentoring. A record of excellence as a performer, balanced with evidence of dedication to teaching. A candidate with significant experience with and an established record of successful teaching, student recruitment, and retentionat a university or conservatoryis preferred.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications begins October 29, 2018. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date and the position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- A statement addressing the candidate’s capacity to address the needs of students with diverse educational and career goals
- A document with links to video excerpts of at least three separate live performances
- Complete contact information for three references
Please do not submit additional supporting materials unless requested by the search committee.
All application materials must be uploaded through this Interfolio portal:
Inquiries only may be directed to: bsom-hr@utexas.edu
The University of Texas at Austin ranks among the finest universities in the country. The Butler School of Music, comprising some 90 faculty and approximately 640 music students, has an outstanding reputation for its performance and academic programs. Degree plans range from the bachelors to the doctoral level. The Butler School of Music is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming community and to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students, and curricula. We welcome applicants who can help achieve these objectives. The Austin area, known for its beauty and comfortable lifestyle, also provides many cultural advantages through its numerous arts organizations and is home to a very active and creative music scene.
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