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Posted: 27-Feb-25
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Orchestra
Sector:
College/University
Internal Number: 6039796
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Position Number:
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The Peck School of the Arts offers twenty undergraduate and graduate degree programs serving over 1,600 student majors, making it one of the largest and most comprehensive arts schools in the region. Spanning both the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s main campus and Milwaukee’s East Side, PSOA presents more than 300 public events each year, and maintains a multitude of creative maker spaces, performance halls, innovative research centers, digital labs, and other facilities critical to the needs of 21st century artistic and performance teachings and practice.
The Peck School of the Arts is in the College of the Arts and Architecture, which enrolls nearly 2,400 students across more than 82 degree, certificate, and minor programs. Faculty expertise spans a wide array of disciplines, including Architecture; Art and Design; Dance; Film, Video, Animation, and New Genres; Music; Theatre; and Urban Planning.
Job Summary
The Peck School of the Arts at UWM is Wisconsin’s leading comprehensive arts education institution, and is now part of the College of the Arts and Architecture. The school’s alumni in the fields of art and design, dance, film, music, and theatre have played influential roles in arts organizations, schools, and businesses, particularly in Milwaukee and Wisconsin but also across the country and throughout the world for more than 60 years. The Peck School of the Arts offers twenty undergraduate and graduate degree programs serving more than 1,600 student majors, and presents more than 350 events each year.
The Department of Music seeks an experienced trumpet teacher and professional performer appointed at the assistant professor (tenure-track) level commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be a trained classical performer, active professional musician, and pedagogue who also has experience teaching in non-classical styles (jazz, improvisation, etc.) and embraces the aesthetic and educational value of both classical and non-classical trumpet performance. The successful candidate will provide leadership in the brass area; teach lessons and studio classes to trumpet students in the MM, BFA, and BA programs; teach courses related to brass performance and pedagogy; oversee brass area outreach events to attract potential students, pre-college students, and community members; connect with area secondary brass programs and brass instructors to recruit students for UWM and provide support for regional brass education; maintain an active schedule of research and/or creative activity (including public performance); and participate in a full range of faculty governance and service activities within the University, the College of the Arts and Architecture, the Peck School of the Arts, and the Department of Music.
Specific tasks and duties:
The Department of Music seeks an experienced trumpet teacher and professional performer appointed at the assistant professor (tenure-track) level commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will be a trained classical performer, active professional musician, and pedagogue who also has experience teaching in non-classical styles (jazz, improvisation, etc.) and embraces the aesthetic and educational value of both classical and non-classical trumpet performance. The successful candidate will provide leadership in the brass area; teach lessons and studio classes to trumpet students in the MM, BFA, and BA programs; teach courses related to brass performance and pedagogy; oversee brass area outreach events to attract potential students, pre-college students, and community members; connect with area secondary brass programs and brass instructors to recruit students for UWM and provide support for regional brass education; maintain an active schedule of research and/or creative activity (including public performance); and participate in a full range of faculty governance and service activities within the University, the College of the Arts and Architecture, the Peck School of the Arts, and the Department of Music.
Specific tasks and duties:
- Teach trumpet lessons and studio classes to students in the MM, BFA, and BA programs
- Proactively recruit, retain, and maintain an active studio of applied trumpet students
- Teach the following courses as needed:
- Brass Ensemble
- Advanced Chamber Music
- Brass Repertoire
- Brass Pedagogy and Techniques
- Additional courses related to the candidate’s expertise
- Connect with area secondary instrumental programs and brass instructors, actively recruit potential undergraduate and graduate trumpet majors, and coordinate brass area recruitment activities
- Participate in Music Department faculty meetings, UWM and Music Department committees, and other areas of service to the department, college, school, and university
- Engage, remain active, and be involved in the Milwaukee music community, both on and off campus as a professional performer and pedagogue
The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by the Music Department Chair or the Head of School for Peck School of the Arts.
Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated high-quality, professional-level trumpet performance skills
- A doctoral degree in trumpet performance and/or pedagogy, or equivalent professional experience and a master’s degree
Preferred Qualifications
- An established record of professional trumpet performance experience at the national and international level as a soloist, chamber musician, and/or large ensemble musician
- Research, presentations, and publications as well as a history of recognized awards or honors in the field of trumpet performance
- Evidence of training, performance, and/or teaching in classical and non-classical styles
- Demonstrated collaboration skills, including work as a chamber musician with faculty colleagues and/or in professional settings
- A doctoral degree in trumpet performance and/or pedagogy
- At least five academic years of successful trumpet teaching with four or more years in a collegiate setting and at least two academic years of full-time employment as a collegiate instructor
- A documented record of successful recruitment of collegiate trumpet majors
- Demonstration of a clear and engaging teaching style that encourages high standards and technically sound, healthy, stylistically informed, and expressive playing
- Knowledge of relevant technologies and entrepreneurship for a 21st-century musician.
- The ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with a diverse group of students and colleagues.
- Demonstrated commitment to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment both inside and outside of the classroom
- Exemplary standards of professional ethics and collegiality
- Active participation and leadership in relevant professional organizations
Application Instructions
Interested candidates must upload the following documents:
- A cover letter that addresses how their experience meets the qualifications of the position.
- A Professional Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
- A 10–15 minute video recording of the candidate teaching a trumpet lesson or masterclass, submitted using links to video (Upload to other document 1)
- 20–30 minutes of video recordings of solo trumpet performance by the candidate, showing diverse repertoire. Candidates can provide links to solo and/or chamber performance recordings (e.g., YouTube) showcasing complete works or movements that demonstrate contrasting styles, all within the past two years (Upload to other document 2)
- 1-2 page Teaching Philosophy Statement
- A document containing the names of three professional references, including contact information (email address, phone number, and mailing address).
Review of applications will begin March 31, 2025 and continue until position is filled. Application materials received after March 30, 2025 may not receive consideration.
UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/40072
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