Assistant or Associate Professor of MusicAlvin "Red" Tyler Professorship in Jazz Studies
The Schoolof the Arts, Department of Music at the University of New Orleans (UNO) invites applications for an Open Professor (tenure-track to tenured)position in Music with an expertise in Jazz improvisation, theory, performance, and/or composition.
About Us
- Locatedon the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, the University of New Orleans occupies a 195-acrecampus in one of the finest residential areas of the city.
- Ranked Top 50 in the Nation for Social Mobility by U.S. News & WorldReport.
- The Brookings Institution ranked UNO third in the nation for providing equal access to higher education for studentsfrom all income levels.
- For years, UNO has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's least debt list (schools whose graduates havethe least amount of debt) among national universities.
- On July 1, 2026, UNO will become part of the larger Louisiana StateUniversity system as LSU New Orleans.
Job Summary The School of the Arts, Department of Music at the University of NewOrleans invites applications for an Open Professor (tenure-track to tenured) position in Music with an expertise in Jazz improvisation,theory, performance and/or composition. A secondary expertise in music business, music technology and/or music production is also highlydesirable. The successful candidate will be an inspiring individual dedicated to mentorship, with a deep understanding of the history ofBlack American music and jazz education, and a visionary approach to the future of both.
Responsibilities
Thisposition is responsible for 12 academic units per semester (4/4). The typical teaching load is 9 units per semester, with the expectation ofservice and research/creative activity to fulfill the remaining 3 units.
Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduatecourses in jazz as needed, as well as other courses that are within the candidate's secondary area of expertise. Other responsibilitiesinclude audition reviews, participation in the Jazz at the Sandbar series, recruitment, community outreach, inclusion on department, school,college and/or university committees and other support of the administrative functions of the unit.
Required Qualifications
- Substantial evidence of national or international recognition in the field of jazz performance, arranging, or composition.
- Master's degree or equivalent professional experience in the field of jazz.
- Evidence of teaching excellence.
Desired Qualifications - Demonstratable expertise in a secondary music-related field.
- A successful history ofgrant writing, fundraising, entrepreneurship and/or community building.
Excellent Employee Benefits Package We offeraffordable health, dental, and vision insurances; retirement plans; and more.
The University of New Orleans is an equal opportunityemployer.
The University of New Orleans participates in Louisiana's State As a Model Employer plan and invites qualified individualswith disabilities to apply.
To apply, please visit https://ulsuno.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UniversityOfNewOrleans/details/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-Music---Alvin--Red--Tyler-Professorship-in-Jazz-Studies_R-001969?locations=2c405185165b01919372af8fb40251d2
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