Title: Part Time Faculty, Director of Orchestras (Interim), School of Music
Position Type: Part-Time Faculty
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R010 - College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sci
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)
Contact Person: Tim Wiggins
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The School of Music at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position as Interim Director of Orchestras for the 2026–2027 academic year. This position carries primary responsibility for the artistic direction and conduct of the EKU Symphony Orchestra, including rehearsal preparation, concert programming, and performance leadership. Additional responsibilities commensurate with the candidate's expertise may be assigned, and may include conducting secondary ensembles, coaching chamber groups, or teaching applied or classroom-based course sections.
The EKU Symphony Orchestra is a mixed ensemble of undergraduate and graduate string, wind, brass, and percussion students and serves as a central ensemble experience in the School's performance curriculum. The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience conducting orchestral repertoire and a collaborative approach to working with student musicians.
This is a one-year adjunct appointment and does not carry benefits or tenure-track status.
Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: An earned Doctorate in Music (DMA or PhD) in Conducting, Orchestral Studies, or a closely related field from an accredited institution is preferred. Candidates holding a Master's degree with significant, verifiable professional conducting experience at the collegiate or professional orchestral level may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: Demonstrated experience as a conductor of orchestral ensembles at the collegiate, pre-professional, or professional level is required.
Job Duties:
- 80% - Conduct the EKU Symphony Orchestra, including leading all scheduled rehearsals, preparing and programming concert repertoire, and directing public performances throughout the academic year. - (Essential)
- 20% - Fulfill additional duties as assigned commensurate with expertise, which may include conducting secondary ensembles, coaching chamber music, or teaching applied or classroom-based course sections. - (Essential)
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:
• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.