Director of Jazz Studies and Assistant Professor

Interview Engineering(3 months ago)

College Park, MDOnsiteFull TimeDirector$90,000 - $95,000ARHU-School of Music

About this role

The University of Maryland School of Music is hiring a Director of Jazz Studies to begin in the 2026–2027 academic year. The role seeks a distinguished musician and educator with national or international accomplishments who can mentor students in jazz performance and scholarship. The Director will represent and advance the jazz program within the School of Music and the broader university community.

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Required Skills

Leadership
Ensemble Direction
Jazz Improvisation
Applied Teaching
Curriculum Development
Budget Management
Student Advising
Recruitment
Community Engagement
Pedagogy

Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Jazz Performance or Related Field
Doctoral Degree (Preferred)

About Interview Engineering

umd.edu

The University of Maryland (UMD), College Park, is the flagship public research university of the University System of Maryland, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across a wide range of disciplines. UMD is a research-intensive institution that advances discovery in science, engineering, health, the humanities, and social sciences, partnering with government, industry, and startups to translate research into real-world impact. The campus provides strong experiential learning, entrepreneurship, and career development opportunities for a diverse student body and attracts substantial research funding. Located near Washington, D.C., UMD leverages its proximity to federal agencies and policymaking institutions for collaboration, internships, and workforce development.

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