Director of Winds Performance (Woodwinds/Brass)

California State University, Northridge; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position serving as Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass) in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will teach winds performance and related courses, mentor students, and lead the woodwind and brass faculty while developing a forward-looking vision for the Winds area.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN emphasizes equity and inclusion, with opportunities to engage with a

Qualifications

• In-person college/university-level teaching experience in classical applied performance.
• Experience with topics related to classical performance (repertoire, pedagogy, masterclass).
• Experience working in professional settings such as an ensemble member, chamber musician or soloist.
• Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied lessons on the candidate's primary instrument and courses in winds performance.
• Lead and coordinate woodwind and brass faculty; mentor and advise students.
• Maintain a dynamic professional profile while collaborating with students, faculty and colleagues.

Skills

In-person teaching

Diversity engagement

Chamber music experience

Education

Terminal degree in performance (MFA/ DMA/ PhD/ DM)

Job description

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position serving as Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass) in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will teach winds performance and related courses, mentor students, and lead the woodwind and brass faculty while developing a forward-looking vision for the Winds area.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN emphasizes equity and inclusion, with opportunities to engage with a