Texas Southern University is hiring: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR MUSIC / Orchestra Direc

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Position Information

Title: Assistant Professor, String Faculty and Director of Orchestra

Security Sensitive Position: Yes

Hours of Work: TBA

Posting Number: TSU203401

Job Description Summary: The Department of Music at TSU invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to serve as string faculty and Director of Orchestra. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic and visionary conductor to lead and elevate our string and orchestral program.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting the TSU String Orchestra
• Providing applied lessons for string-instrument students
• Providing expert instruction in undergraduate conducting, orchestral repertoire, and related seminar classes

This role encompasses fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment, mentoring aspiring string performers, and nurturing the artistic growth of our students.

Beyond the podium, the Director will play a pivotal role in:

• Shaping the future of our orchestral area through strategic recruitment initiatives
• Active engagement with the broader music community
• Collaborative partnerships with faculty in applied instrumental instruction, music education, and conducting

Administrative responsibilities include:

• Budget management
• Concert scheduling
• Venue coordination

We seek an individual with a passion for artistic excellence, a commitment to innovative pedagogy, and a dedication to fostering meaningful connections within the Houston metropolitan area, the state of Texas, and the national music landscape.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Doctorate in Music, completed by August 2025
• A minimum of three years of university-level orchestral conducting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching and conducting
• Proficiency in teaching applied lessons in violin or another string instrument
• Experience in advising, committee service, and other faculty responsibilities
• A clear vision and proven ability to execute successful recruitment strategies
• Exceptional oral and written communication, organizational, and administrative skills
• A demonstrated commitment to scholarship and a compelling vision for future creative work and/or performance activity
• Experience in mentorship and fostering student growth
• Established connections with public school educators and ensembles
• Engagement and experience in community outreach and community-oriented ensembles

Application Materials:

• A letter of interest addressing the listed qualifications and your vision for the role
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of courses taught or areas of expertise
• A teaching statement outlining your recruitment strategies and pedagogical methods for conducting students
• A recent (within the last five years) 20–30-minute digital video recording of an orchestral rehearsal
• A 20–30-minute digital video recording of recent performance(s) conducted by the applicant
• A repertoire list of works conducted
• Three printed programs of full concerts, conducting and/or performances

Hiring Range: $52,592.60 - $68,370.00

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants. The position will remain open until filled.