Adjunct Instructor: Conducting & Ensembles

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Conducting & Ensembles. This posting covers Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters, with the possibility of periodic openings to teach courses in conducting and ensemble repertoire.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree in choral conducting with knowledge of choral literature; terminal degree is preferred. Responsibilities include teaching the 3-semester long choral literature sequence and a

Qualifications

• A master's degree in choral conduct­ing with knowledge of choral literature.

Responsibilities

• Teach our 3-semester long choral literature sequence.
• Teach a conducting class for MM students as needed.

Skills

Choral conducting

Ensemble leadership

Education

Master's degree in choral conducting

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor: Conducting & Ensembles

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-Conducting & Ensembles-134310

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE:

Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Department Summary

The ensemble program at the University of North Texas offers more than seventy ensembles, large and small, in which students may participate. While many represent traditional areas including orchestra, band, choir, opera, and jazz, we are also proud of the large number of specialized ensembles not often supportable in smaller programs, including early music (vocal and instrumental), new music in both acoustic and electronic media, and such ethnic ensembles as mariachi, Balinese gamelan, African drumming and dancing, and other world music percussion groups.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Conducting & Ensembles seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor Pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses to develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.
The anticipated need is to Teach our 3-semester long choral literature sequence. In the other semester teach a conducting class for MM students in conducting and related field conducting students.

Minimum Qualifications

A master's degree in choral conducting with knowledge of choral literature or a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours directly related to the assigned courses(s).

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree in discipline is preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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