Director of Winds Performance (Woodwinds & Brass) – Tenure-Track

California State University, Northridge; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, serving as Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass). The successful candidate will teach applied lessons, chamber music, pedagogy, and winds masterclass, and mentor students.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN offers a rich setting for artistic collaboration and professional development. Deadline: November 25, 2026.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MFA, DMA, PhD, DM, or equivalent) in performance on an orchestral/band woodwind or brass instrument from an accredited institution.
• In-person College- or University-level teaching experience in classical applied performance lesson instruction.
• In-person and/or distance learning College- or University-level teaching experience on Topics related to classical performance (for example, performance repertoire , pedagogy, and masterclass).
• Experience working in professional setting(s) 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 their primary instrument, as well as courses in chamber music, instrumental pedagogy, and winds masterclass.
• Provide leadership and coordination for the woodwind and brass faculty in addition to mentoring and advising students.
• Provide a dynamic and forward-looking vision for the Winds area, preparing performance majors for successful careers as professional musicians and educators, in addition to students enrolled in lessons as part of other music degree options.
• Maintain an active professional profile while demonstrating excellence in teaching and working collaboratively with students, faculty, and colleagues across the Department of Music.

Skills

In-person teaching

Distance learning teaching

Ensemble performance

Diversity engagement

Education

Terminal degree in winds performance

Job description

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, serving as Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass). The successful candidate will teach applied lessons, chamber music, pedagogy, and winds masterclass, and mentor students.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN offers a rich setting for artistic collaboration and professional development. Deadline: November 25, 2026.