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The State University of New York at Fredonia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Trumpet. This position requires demonstrated excellence in both classical and jazz/commercial trumpet performance and pedagogy, with the ability to inspire and mentor students across a range of musical genres and degree programs. Core responsibilities include teaching applied trumpet lessons and leading recital seminars. Additional teaching duties may include brass pedagogy, coaching brass chamber music, directing jazz combos, and teaching courses for non-trumpet majors. This role also involves directing and coaching trumpet ensembles, contributing to the School of Music's jazz/commercial music program, engaging in research and creative activities, and supporting recruitment and outreach initiatives.

Versatility is essential, as the ideal candidate will bring a passion for both traditional and contemporary approaches to trumpet performance and instruction, fostering student growth at all levels and backgrounds.

This tenure-track position, starting on or before August 21, 2025, offers competitive salary and benefits, including participation in retirement plans. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Rewards & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions
• Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid
• A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Applied Music Performance, the successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate studio lessons in both classical and jazz/commercial trumpet;
• Contribute to the development and revision of courses and curricula in trumpet performance, jazz/commercial music, and music education, as well as other programs, to reflect diverse and contemporary practices;
• Support student retention and success through academic advising and efforts toward inclusion and belonging;
• Engage in creative activity, scholarship and/or research aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions to the professional field;
• Actively recruit for the School of Music by building and maintaining connections with schools, teachers, alumni, community partners, and youth music organizations regionally and beyond;
• Participate in committees and provide service to the department, School of Music, university, and profession;
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.

This is a full-time, UUP-represented, tenure-track position beginning Fall 2025 with a salary range of $50,063 - $52,000.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline;
• Three years teaching experience at the collegiate level or equivalent professional experience;
• Demonstrated excellence as a performer, and facility with multiple musical genres, including classical and jazz;
• Experience teaching a diverse range of undergraduate students, with a proven ability to inspire and support student learning across multiple genres and disciplines, including classical, jazz, popular, and commercial music;
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in music education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (or ABD);
• Demonstrated engagement with pedagogical practices and artistic approaches that promote inclusion and equity;
• Familiarity with both traditional and contemporary trumpet pedagogies and the ability to reconcile diverse approaches;
• Record of creative activity, research, and/or scholarship demonstrating ongoing contributions to the field;
• Experience mentoring students in independent creative activities and professional development.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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