Fine Arts - Assistant Professor and Wind Orchestra Director

Fine Arts - Assistant Professor and Wind Orchestra Director

Job Title: Fine Arts - Assistant Professor and Wind Orchestra Director

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The Department of Music at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for an Assistant Professor and Wind Orchestra Director, to begin 1 July 2025.

Salary Range: $79,132 to $94,000

The successful candidate will:

• Direct the University of Lethbridge Wind Orchestra, including leading performances at events such as Convocation.
• Deliver one-on-one studio lessons in an instrumental studio area.
• Teach courses in instrumental conducting, as well as courses in the music program appropriate to the faculty member’s training, interests, and expertise.
• Develop and execute a program of original and impactful creative practice and/or scholarly research, as appropriate to the Assistant Professor rank and as required for future tenure and promotion in the Faculty of Fine Arts.
• Contribute in a meaningful and collaborative way to departmental service, as well as service to the Faculty, University, and/or community.
• Contribute to curriculum development in the music program, including participation in new course and program development.
• Lead recruitment activities in the Music department, including recruitment to the University Wind Orchestra.
• Participate in outreach, retention, and student engagement activities for the department, Faculty, and University.
• This position may include graduate teaching, supervision, and/or mentorship.

Essential Qualifications

• Doctorate or ABD in music or related field, or commensurate professional experience.
• Potential for excellence in performance, creative practice, and/or research, based on previous accomplishments and peer recognition, as appropriate to career stage and area of practice/research.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a teacher and/or mentor to students or emerging musicians.
• Ability to teach a diverse student body, incorporating innovative and equity-informed pedagogical approaches.
• Ability to articulate a feasible and significant creative practice/research plan, with outcomes appropriate to the rank of an Assistant Professor.
• Ability to take initiative to develop and execute recruitment plans that maintain or grow enrolment in the studio area and the Wind Orchestra.
• Ability to contribute to department and Faculty culture in a positive manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Woodwind instrument specialization.
• Experience teaching in a music program at the post-secondary level.
• Academic training or experience in music pedagogy.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and course delivery in music education.
• Ability to supervise and mentor graduate students and teach in graduate programs.
• Experience with community outreach, including working with the K-12 system or other environments outside of the post-secondary system.

About the Academic Unit

The Music Department at the University of Lethbridge is central to a vibrant musical community that extends beyond its doors and into the surrounding community. The department includes 17 full-time academic staff whose reputations extend across Canada and beyond. We offer several undergraduate programs, including a BMus in Music Studio, and a BMus in Digital Audio Arts.

Application Process

Interested individuals should submit an application that includes:

• A letter of interest that addresses how the candidate meets essential and preferred qualifications, outlines their approach to teaching, and describes their research/creative practice accomplishments and plans.
• Names and email addresses for three qualified referees who can address their teaching and research/creative practice qualifications.
• Video demonstrating a range of performance and rehearsal conducting techniques, in a variety of tempi and styles (15-30 minutes).

Applications must be received by January 31, 2025. Please address application documents to:

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process.