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Department School of Music
Department Website Link https://music.arizona.edu/
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona’s School of Music is entering a pivotal moment of transformation. For those who see music not only as a discipline but as a force shaping culture, education, and community life, this is an opportunity to lead a school poised to expand its impact and reimagine how a land-grant research university prepares students for an evolving professional landscape.
The School is grounded in excellence, with award-winning faculty, distinguished scholars, and exceptional musicians. Students pursue meaningful careers across performance, education, arts leadership, and community engagement. As part of Arizona Arts, it connects the College of Fine Arts’ programs in Music, Dance, Art, and Theatre, Film & Television with leading institutions and communities. Deeply embedded in Tucson’s cultural fabric, the School serves as a cornerstone of Arizona’s arts community through partnerships with K–12 schools, community organizations, and regional arts institutions.
The global music profession is rapidly changing, and today’s musicians build portfolio careers spanning academia and industry. The Director will lead a collective re-envisioning of the School’s culture, curriculum, and partnerships to balance established strengths with forward-looking approaches to versatility, evolving career pathways, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while upholding shared governance. The School offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in performance, music education, composition, conducting, musicology, music theory, and arts leadership. Its growing Bachelor of Arts program reflects demand for flexible, interdisciplinary study. Faculty mentorship, ensemble experiences, and real-world engagement are central to student success.
The University seeks a collaborative, imaginative academic leader with pedagogical expertise and a record of research or creative distinction to build on the School’s history while advancing its relevance, visibility, and impact. The Director will strengthen academic programs, support faculty and staff, champion student success, enhance research and creative activity, and advance partnerships, development, and transparent operations.
The University of Arizona is a leading AAU and R1 Institution with over $1 billion in annual research expenditures. Tucson offers a rich environment shaped by various traditions and a vibrant arts community.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Academic Vision and Excellence
- Lead the continued evolution of a rigorous, forward-looking curriculum grounded in musical excellence, creative inquiry, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Leverage the School’s traditions and strengths while advancing innovation in teaching, research, and performance.
Faculty, Staff, and Culture
- Foster a culture of respect, transparency, collaboration, and shared purpose.
- Support the professional growth of faculty and staff and foster a positive and creative academic environment.
Student Experience and Success
- Strengthen recruitment and retention through programs that connect learning with performance, professional practice, and community engagement.
- Champion pathways that prepare students for meaningful and sustainable musical careers.
Research and Creative Practice
- Support faculty and student research, performances, publications, and creative work across disciplines.
- Enhance the School’s visibility and impact within the University’s R1 and AAU research context.
Partnerships and Advancement
- Collaborate with the College and Arizona Arts development teams to strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and community partners.
- Serve as an ambassador for the School locally, nationally, and internationally.
Operational Leadership
- Manage budgets, personnel, facilities, and resources with transparency and care.
- Ensure that facilities and equipment support the evolving needs of 21st century music education and performance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to commitment to faculty, staff, and student development.
- Interest and ability to build strong external partnerships and advancing development initiatives.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Ability to secure support from a wide range of Faculty, Staff, and Culture.
- Demonstrated ability to inspire, unify, and lead a multifaceted academic community.
Minimum Qualifications
- A terminal degree in a relevant field.
- A record of professional achievement sufficient for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Academic administrative experience aligned with the demands of the position.
- An established record of research, performance, creative practice, or leadership consistent with the School’s mission.
- Experience with financial and organizational models in complex research institutions.
Rank Professor
Tenure Information Tenured (T)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Academic Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $180,000 - $195,000
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/17/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates For questions contact the Search Committee Chair
Dr. Amelia (Amy) Kraehe
akraehe@arizona.edu
Open Date 3/27/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply, please submit:
- A curriculum vitae
- A letter of interest describing your qualifications for the position and how your experience and vision align with the University of Arizona Purpose and Values and the School of Music’s Mission.
- Contact information for three to five references (can be listed on one separate document).
Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.
Review of Applications begins April 20, 2026, and will remain open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Posting Number req25511
Department School of Music
Department Website Link https://music.arizona.edu/
Location Tucson Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona’s School of Music is entering a pivotal moment of transformation. For those who see music not only as a discipline but as a force shaping culture, education, and community life, this is an opportunity to lead a school poised to expand its impact and reimagine how a land-grant research university prepares students for an evolving professional landscape.
The School is grounded in excellence, with award-winning faculty, distinguished scholars, and exceptional musicians. Students pursue meaningful careers across performance, education, arts leadership, and community engagement. As part of Arizona Arts, it connects the College of Fine Arts’ programs in Music, Dance, Art, and Theatre, Film & Television with leading institutions and communities. Deeply embedded in Tucson’s cultural fabric, the School serves as a cornerstone of Arizona’s arts community through partnerships with K–12 schools, community organizations, and regional arts institutions.
The global music profession is rapidly changing, and today’s musicians build portfolio careers spanning academia and industry. The Director will lead a collective re-envisioning of the School’s culture, curriculum, and partnerships to balance established strengths with forward-looking approaches to versatility, evolving career pathways, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while upholding shared governance. The School offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in performance, music education, composition, conducting, musicology, music theory, and arts leadership. Its growing Bachelor of Arts program reflects demand for flexible, interdisciplinary study. Faculty mentorship, ensemble experiences, and real-world engagement are central to student success.
The University seeks a collaborative, imaginative academic leader with pedagogical expertise and a record of research or creative distinction to build on the School’s history while advancing its relevance, visibility, and impact. The Director will strengthen academic programs, support faculty and staff, champion student success, enhance research and creative activity, and advance partnerships, development, and transparent operations.
The University of Arizona is a leading AAU and R1 Institution with over $1 billion in annual research expenditures. Tucson offers a rich environment shaped by various traditions and a vibrant arts community.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Academic Vision and Excellence
- Lead the continued evolution of a rigorous, forward-looking curriculum grounded in musical excellence, creative inquiry, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Leverage the School’s traditions and strengths while advancing innovation in teaching, research, and performance.
Faculty, Staff, and Culture
- Foster a culture of respect, transparency, collaboration, and shared purpose.
- Support the professional growth of faculty and staff and foster a positive and creative academic environment.
Student Experience and Success
- Strengthen recruitment and retention through programs that connect learning with performance, professional practice, and community engagement.
- Champion pathways that prepare students for meaningful and sustainable musical careers.
Research and Creative Practice
- Support faculty and student research, performances, publications, and creative work across disciplines.
- Enhance the School’s visibility and impact within the University’s R1 and AAU research context.
Partnerships and Advancement
- Collaborate with the College and Arizona Arts development teams to strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and community partners.
- Serve as an ambassador for the School locally, nationally, and internationally.
Operational Leadership
- Manage budgets, personnel, facilities, and resources with transparency and care.
- Ensure that facilities and equipment support the evolving needs of 21st century music education and performance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to commitment to faculty, staff, and student development.
- Interest and ability to build strong external partnerships and advancing development initiatives.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Ability to secure support from a wide range of Faculty, Staff, and Culture.
- Demonstrated ability to inspire, unify, and lead a multifaceted academic community.
Minimum Qualifications
- A terminal degree in a relevant field.
- A record of professional achievement sufficient for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Academic administrative experience aligned with the demands of the position.
- An established record of research, performance, creative practice, or leadership consistent with the School’s mission.
- Experience with financial and organizational models in complex research institutions.
Rank Professor
Tenure Information Tenured (T)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Academic Administration
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $180,000 - $195,000
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/17/2026
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates For questions contact the Search Committee Chair
Dr. Amelia (Amy) Kraehe
akraehe@arizona.edu
Open Date 3/27/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply, please submit:
- A curriculum vitae
- A letter of interest describing your qualifications for the position and how your experience and vision align with the University of Arizona Purpose and Values and the School of Music’s Mission.
- Contact information for three to five references (can be listed on one separate document).
Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.
Review of Applications begins April 20, 2026, and will remain open until filled. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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Yes, the University of Arizona sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying roles. Sponsorship is most common for faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and specialized staff positions where the role requires a specific degree field. The university's international services office manages the petition process, making it a structured and experienced H-1B employer.
Which roles and departments at University of Arizona typically receive H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship at the University of Arizona is concentrated in academic and research functions. Tenure-track and visiting faculty positions, research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, and certain IT and engineering staff roles are the most common. Departments in STEM, health sciences, and social sciences regularly hire through H-1B given the specialized degree requirements those roles carry.
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Apply through the University of Arizona's official careers portal and raise sponsorship during the interview stage rather than in your initial application. Once an offer is extended, the hiring department works with the university's international services office to initiate the H-1B petition. Migrate Mate can help you identify which open roles at the university have a verified H-1B sponsorship history before you apply.
How long does the H-1B process take at University of Arizona?
After an offer is accepted, the university typically needs several weeks to prepare and file the H-1B petition. Standard USCIS processing adds additional months, though premium processing can reduce the adjudication window significantly. For cap-subject petitions, the April 1 filing deadline and October 1 start date govern timing. Start conversations with HR early to avoid gaps in your work authorization.
What should I know about H-1B cap exemptions at University of Arizona?
As a public research university, the University of Arizona qualifies as a cap-exempt employer under certain conditions. This means eligible employees may be able to file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery, allowing for year-round filing and faster processing. Confirm cap-exempt eligibility with the international services office, as it depends on the specific role and funding source.
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H-1B employers must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is determined when they file the Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor. The rate is based on the role, location, and experience level, and ensures international hires are paid comparably to U.S. workers in the same position. You can look up prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the DOL's OFLC Wage Search tool.
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