Winds Performance Director (Woodwinds/Brass) – Tenure-Track

California State University, Northridge; California; On-site; USD 88,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass) in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will teach winds performance, chamber music, pedagogy, and winds masterclasses, while leading the winds area and mentoring students.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN expects a record of performance excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• A 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 (e.g., performance repertoire, pedagogy, and 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.
• Offer courses in chamber music, instrumental pedagogy, and winds masterclass.
• Provide leadership and coordination for woodwind and brass faculty; mentor and advise students.
• Maintain an active professional profile while collaborating with students, faculty, and colleagues.

Job description

California State University, Northridge invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, Director of Winds Performance (woodwinds and brass) in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will teach winds performance, chamber music, pedagogy, and winds masterclasses, while leading the winds area and mentoring students.

Located in Los Angeles, CSUN expects a record of performance excellence, teaching, and scholarly activity.