The University of Colorado Boulder College of Music invites applications for a dynamic and accomplished music educator and conductor with a background in successful middle school or high school instrumental teaching to serve as Assistant Director of Bands and Assistant Teaching Professor of Music Education and Conducting.
This position will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor (non-tenure-track).
The position includes full benefits. The initial contract will commence on August 13, 2026, end the day after commencement in May 2029, and will be renewable for three-year contract periods thereafter.
In this role, the successful candidate will assist with directing the Golden Buffalo Marching Band and CU Pep Bands, serve as the conductor of the Concert Band, teach courses in the music education curriculum, and collaborate with band and music education faculty to support and strengthen the program.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship, proven leadership in marching and concert band settings, and a deep commitment to student mentorship and education. We seek an individual who will continue to energize the CU Bands program, contribute meaningfully to the artistic and academic life of the College, and inspire the next generation of music educators and performers.
We are especially interested in candidates who will help cultivate a collaborative atmosphere in our band and music education programs; and who can contribute through their teaching and service, to the excellence of the academic community; and who will work to build relationships with other departments within the College and the University.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
