Tenure-Track Faculty Position, Orchestral Program, Department of Music

Rowan University
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• Glassboro, New Jersey 08028 •

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Job no: 501817
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Glassboro, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - College of the Arts

Tenure-Track Faculty Position

Department of Music

College of the Arts

Rowan University

The Department of Music at Rowan University is seeking to hire a tenure‑track faculty member to lead the university’s orchestral program with an appointment to begin September 1, 2027.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an active, highly visible, practice of creative activity that is based in conducting, teach at the undergraduate level, and contribute to the various service endeavours in the Department, College, and University. Opportunities for collaborations exist within the Department, College, as well as with George Family Center for Arts and Healing. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates may be considered at the Associate or Full Professor levels.

The tenure‑track faculty member to lead the university’s orchestral program will demonstrate conducting abilities at the highest artistic standard; a successful track record as an orchestra director (preferably at the collegiate level); a comprehensive knowledge of standard and contemporary orchestral repertoire; proven rehearsal techniques; and excellent pedagogical skills. In addition, this person will provide a vision for the future of Rowan University’s orchestral program, serve as a leader in recruiting outstanding students, and maintain active and collaborative relationships with public schools in the region.

A master’s degree in music is required and professional experience is expected; a doctorate and/or at least three years of teaching or equivalent experience is preferred.

The successful candidate should possess administrative skills, show promise for significant scholarly/creative achievement, and have an ongoing commitment to advancing the profession, both as a teacher and guest conductor outside of Rowan University. In addition to conducting the University Orchestra, teaching duties will include Instrumental Conducting and courses that match the candidate's qualifications, background,…