Assistant Professor of MusicAssistant Director of Bands

Jacksonville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Jacksonville State University

Assistant Professor of Music/Assistant Director of Bands

The Department of Music in Jacksonville State Universitys College of Arts Humanities and Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor position who will also serve as the Assistant Director of Bands.

The David L Walters Department of Music at Jacksonville State University seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor of Music/Assistant Director of Bands. The successful candidate will support the acclaimed Marching Southerners by recruiting prospective music majors and other students to the university through activities such as high school visits clinics and workshops. This role also involves conducting the Symphonic Band one of three concert bands offered in the department and the Pep Band (Hardcorps). In addition the successful candidate will teach conducting at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The ability to form strong community ties and maintain a strong relationship with the athletic department would also be essential. The David L Walters Department of Music offers undergraduate programs of study in Music Education Music Industry Music Performance and General addition the department offers graduate programs in General Music and Music Education.

Position Requirements

Candidates must hold a D.M.A in windconducting or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered with a completed doctorate by the start date below.

Applicants must submit a cover letter resume or CV and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

This position has an anticipated start date of July 13 2026.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama midway between Birmingham and Atlanta Jax State is home to over 10000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment meeting their educational career and personal goals. As an academic institution it aims to produce broadly educated graduates who are prepared for global engagement. As a public comprehensive university it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations including bachelors masters post-baccalaureate doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus Arts Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations a reflection of their quality and JSUs commitment to excellence.

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Jacksonville State UniversityAssistant Professor of Music/Assistant Director of BandsThe Department of Music in Jacksonville State Universitys College of Arts Humanities and Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor position who will also serve as the Assistant Director of Bands.The D...