Open Rank - Lecturer or Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor (Music)

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

And so much more!

Job summary

NC State University seeks a renewable, full-time, non-tenure track music faculty member to lead athletic bands, direct ensembles, and teach music courses. The successful candidate will direct the marching band and pep bands, supervise instrumental activities, and collaborate with the Director of Bands to advance the program.

The position requires a master's degree (lecturer rank) and college-level teaching experience; a doctoral degree qualifies for professorial rank.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (lecturer rank) required; doctoral or equivalent for professorial rank.
• At least two years college-level teaching experience.
• Experience with athletic and concert bands at the collegiate level.
• Preferred: choreography and marching band show design; large concert band direction; brass pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as associate director for the marching band and athletic pep bands, supervising and coordinating instrumental activities.
• Direct the Symphonic Band and collaborate with the director of bands to support the program.
• Attend home and selected away football games and pep band performances.
• Assist with conducting and supervising bands at special performances (bowl games, parades, etc.).
• Organize, promote, and host NC State Band Day for high school students.
• Perform administrative duties for the band program in consultation with the Director of Bands.
• Collaborate with athletics bands staff to support the program's vision and student growth.
• Recruit and work with DPAT faculty to promote collegiality and campus service.

Skills

Band leadership

Choreography

Marching band design

Education

Master's degree (lecturer rank)

Doctoral or equivalent degree (professorial rank)

Job description

Posting Information

• Posting Number: PG195017EP
• Internal Recruitment: No
• Working Title: Open Rank - Lecturer or Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor (Music)
• Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience, credentials, and faculty rank ($45,000 - $65,000)
• Work Schedule: Schedule based on course, ensemble, and athletic event times. Will include evenings and weekends and some holidays.
• Job Location: Raleigh, NC
• Department: Performing Arts and Technology

About the Department

The mission of the Department of Performing Arts and Technology is to provide an accessible environment where all NC State students have opportunities to develop skills and knowledge, which prepares them for a lifetime of arts engagement and a variety of careers. We cultivate this environment through excellence in teaching, performance, service, outreach, and creative and scholarly work in arts entrepreneurship, dance, music, and music technology.

The Department of Performing Arts and Technology offers a variety of technique, ensemble, and lecture courses. The Department has a new major in Music Technology and also provides academic minors in Dance Studies, Dance Performance and Choreography, Music Studies, Music Performance, and Arts Entrepreneurship. More information about the department can be found at https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/

Over the next year, the Department of Performing Arts and Technology will transition from the Division of Academic and Student Affairs (DASA) to the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). The transition will create new opportunities for collaboration and closer connections with related disciplines while providing an academic structure that supports the department's continued growth and success. Candidates joining the department will be part of this exciting transition and contribute to the department's continued development within CHASS.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Performing Arts and Technology (DPAT) seeks applicants for a renewable, full-time, non-tenure track music faculty position beginning in the Fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will have expertise in all aspects of a comprehensive band program to provide assistance in directing athletic bands in rehearsals as well as at home and away games. Duties also include directing additional instrumental ensembles and/or teaching other music courses as assigned, and administrative duties in support of the department.

• Serve as an associate director for the marching band and all athletic pep bands; supervise and coordinate a variety of instrumental activities; collaborate with the director of bands to serve the band program at NC State; and direct the Symphonic Band.
• Serve in all areas of the marching arts in support of the Power Sound of the South Marching Band. This can include marching fundamentals, brass and woodwind instruction, music arranging, and drill writing.
• Attend all home and assigned away football games, as well as select pep band performances throughout the year in consultation with the Director of Bands.
• Assist with conducting and supervising the bands at special performances (Bowl games, parades, etc.) throughout the year.
• Assist with organizing, promoting, and hosting NC State Band Day for high school students.
• Perform administrative duties for the band program in consultation with the Director of Bands.
• Work collectively with the Director of Bands, in cooperation with all athletics bands' staff, to support the vision for the program while maintaining a strong commitment to promoting student growth.
• Additional responsibilities include recruiting, working collaboratively with DPAT faculty and staff, promoting an environment of collegiality, and providing service to the campus, the community, and the profession.

Additional responsibilities for this position include serving on department or university committees as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Master's degree (lecturer rank)

Doctoral or equivalent degree (professorial rank)

Other Required Qualifications

• At least two years college-level teaching experience
• Experience working with athletic and concert bands at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with choreography and marching band show design.
• Experience directing a large concert band ensemble.
• Background in Brass performance and pedagogy.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

• Job Open Date: 11/06/2026
• Anticipated Close Date: 12/11/2026

Position Details

• Position Number: 00106393
• Position Type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00
• Appointment: 9 Month Recurring
• Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
• Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
• Department ID: 248401 - Performing Arts and Technology

EEO

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