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Assistant Professor of Music (Orchestra) (6064)

Working Position Title: Assistant Professor of Music (Orchestra) (6064)

Position Number: 00006064

Posting Date: 10/16/2024

Priority Review Date: 11/03/2024

Business Unit Description: Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time: Full-Time

FTE: 1.00

Position Status: Regular

FLSA: Exempt

Job Code: 2000

Union Representation: Union

Unit/Department: Music

College/Unit: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Division: Academic Division

Location: MB 140

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

The School of Music at Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Orchestra, at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2025.

The School of Music is a vibrant facet of the NIU campus that prides itself on strong support of first-generation undergraduate students, providing readily available resources for faculty-directed study and research opportunities. The distinguished faculty are Fulbright Scholars, Grammy Award Winners, Chamber Music America and MacArthur Foundation Grants recipients, residents at Jazz at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall, guest conductors at Avery Fisher Hall, and commercial recording artists who perform regularly at significant international and national venues. The NIU Graduate Jazz Studies Program was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the ten best in the nation.

The School of Music is part of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, also made up of the School of Art and Design and the School of Theatre and Dance. This alignment of the arts at NIU affords faculty and students exciting opportunities for collaboration within and across disciplines. The college plays a vital role as a major part of the forward “face” of the university and is the region’s leader in arts programming bringing art to audiences and audiences to art.

We seek candidates committed to our continued investment in diversity and belonging, and who are willing to play an active role in our ongoing efforts in the recruitment and retention of our talented students, many of whom are first-generation undergraduates.

NIU, located 65 miles west from Chicago, is a comprehensive teaching and research-based institution with close to 17,000 currently enrolled students. The main campus is located in DeKalb, 65 miles west of Chicago’s “Loop” and 40 miles southeast of Rockford. In addition to the main campus, NIU has three education centers in Rockford and Naperville. DeKalb/Sycamore, with a population of about 50,000, is a modern paradox, a rural/urban community.

Position Summary: The Assistant Professor is responsible for conducting the NIU Philharmonic, Opera Theatre and teaching courses as appropriate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct the NIU Philharmonic and Opera Theatre.
• Teach courses in conducting and related fields.
• Maintain an ongoing record of research and artistry.
• Engage in meaningful service to the School of Music, as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty in the development of the program, curriculum content and pedagogy to ensure the quality of the student experience and student recruiting.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in music with professional experience, outstanding conducting and classroom teaching skills and a record of creative collaboration with diverse colleagues and students.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants should be able to demonstrate and document a commitment to student success, particularly for first-generation and traditionally under-represented groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree or equivalent professional achievement, experience conducting and teaching relevant curriculum at the collegiate level and evidence of successfully recruiting music majors.

Physical Demands Summary

• Typical classroom/instructional environment.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date: 08/16/2025

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust benefits package.

Application Process

Applications submitted after November 3 are welcomed, but will be considered as needed.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

ADA Accommodation: NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form.

Application Materials

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio/URL
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Vision Statement
• List of at least 3 Professional References

Supplemental Questions

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