Assoc Prof/Professor of Horn
Associate Professor or Professor of Horn The Northwestern University Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music invites applications for a tenured position as Associate Professor or Professor of Horn, to begin September 1, 2025. The Bienen School of Music offers highly selective, conservatory-level training within a top-ranked research university and features a dedicated faculty, unparalleled facilities, and proximity to the vibrant music community of Chicago. Required Qualifications: Candidates must possess an established national and international reputation as an artist/teacher, a proven record of successful teaching, the ability to attract and recruit outstanding undergraduate and graduate students, a commitment to collaborative collegial engagement, and a master’s degree or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications: Ideal candidates will possess a proven record of successful teaching in a school or conservatory of music. Responsibilities: Teach and recruit undergraduate and graduate students; maintain professional career as artist/teacher; serve on doctoral committees; and actively participate in the activities of a school of music in a research university. Additional teaching responsibilities may include coaching chamber music and teaching courses in the candidate’s area(s) of interest and abilities. Rank: Associate Professor or Professor Salary: The expected base pay based on rank is as follows: Associate Professor: $95,000 - $130,000 Professor: $135,000 - $190,000 Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate; years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Benefits Northwestern is proud to provide competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more. Visit https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more. Application: Screening begins October 21, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. Candidates should submit: • Letter of application • Curriculum vitae • A list of links to audio or video files of recent live performances • Names and contact information of three references. Apply online at: https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/MjE4OQ== or access the application process via the Bienen School's website at: https://music.northwestern.edu/careers. Questions should be directed to Professor David Bilger, Search Committee Chair at: david.bilger1@northwestern.edu. Please visit http://www.music.northwestern.edu for information regarding the Bienen School of Music.
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