What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - Trumpet - School of Music position at Fredonia?
Job Description
The State University of New York at Fredonia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Trumpet. This position requires demonstrated excellence in both classical and jazz / commercial trumpet performance and pedagogy, with the ability to inspire and mentor students across a range of musical genres and degree programs. Core responsibilities include teaching applied trumpet lessons and leading recital seminars. Additional teaching duties may include brass pedagogy, coaching brass chamber music, directing jazz combos, and teaching courses for non-trumpet majors. This role also involves directing and coaching trumpet ensembles, contributing to the School of Music's jazz / commercial music program, engaging in research and creative activities, and supporting recruitment and outreach initiatives.
Versatility is essential, as the ideal candidate will bring a passion for both traditional and contemporary approaches to trumpet performance and instruction, fostering student growth at all levels and backgrounds.
This tenure-track position, starting on or before August 21, , offers competitive salary and benefits, including participation in retirement plans. Evening and weekend work may be required.
Rewards & Benefits :
- Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a (A) with generous employer contributions
- Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid
- A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Applied Music Performance, the successful candidate will :
Requirements :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
