Assistant Professor of Orchestral Studies / Director of the Oklahoma State University Symphony Or...

Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Dr. Bradley Genevro, bradley.genevro@okstate.edu Work Schedule TBD Appointment Length 9 months or less SALARY AND BENEFITS : Salary will be commensurate with education, experience, qualifications and contingent on available funding. Benefits include comprehensive medical plans. Information on benefits can be found at https : / / hr.okstate.edu / benefits / index.html Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by December 31, 2025, to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please submit the following :

• letter of application
• curriculum vitae
• a reference list with a minimum of three references
• three concert programs conducted by the candidate, representing a range of player levels and repertoire
• a word document providing links to recent video recordings representing a concert performance and a rehearsal of the candidate conducting different styles. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. About this Position The Greenwood School of Music seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Orchestral Studies / Director of the Oklahoma State University Symphony Orchestra with a start date of August 2026. We are seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to shape the future of our growing orchestral program. The successful candidate will conduct the OSU Symphony Orchestra, work with the OSU Opera, and play a key role in recruiting and mentoring string majors and graduate students in orchestral conducting. This is a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of musicians while collaborating with an exceptional team of faculty to advance a vibrant and evolving program. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and / or graduate courses in conducting, orchestral literature, and pedagogy. Additionally, the candidate will lead the OSU Youth and Community Orchestra, a part of the Greenwood School of Music Preparatory Academy, fostering community engagement and educational outreach. Other teaching assignments may include general education or specialized courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise. The ideal candidate will contribute actively to the artistic and scholarly life of the university, demonstrate a strong commitment to service within the school and the broader profession, and help cultivate a welcoming environment for all students. About the Michael and Anne Greenwood School of Music The Michael and Anne Greenwood School of Music (GSM) has over 40 full-time faculty (of which 30 are tenured or in tenure-track positions), combined with a full-time professional staff of 9. There are approximately 300 students enrolled in degree programs that include the BA, BM, BS, and MM, with programs in music education, performance, music and music industry. The GSM, an all-Steinway institution, is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and is housed in beautiful new facilities. For additional information, please see our website at https : / / cas.okstate.edu / music / . About Oklahoma State University Oklahoma State University is a Carnegie Tier 1 research institution with a 130-year legacy as one of the nation's premier land-grant universities. The Stillwater campus serves as the flagship of the OSU system, which serves over 34,000 students and offers state-of-the-art facilities for research and instruction. The College of Arts and Sciences boasts exceptional strengths across the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities, complemented by institutional excellence in engineering, agriculture, and business. Stillwater consistently ranks among the best places to live in America, as recently featured in Money Magazine , and is celebrated as one of the nation's friendliest college towns. This vibrant community of approximately 50,000 offers an exceptional quality of life with a cost of living well below the national average—including housing costs at roughly 80% of the national median. Residents enjoy a thriving arts and music scene anchored by the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, numerous parks and museums, top-rated public schools, and excellent medical facilities. Connectivity is exceptional : Stillwater Regional Airport provides convenient access through Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, while the dynamic metropolitan areas of Tulsa and Oklahoma City—each about an hour away—offer expanded cultural, dining, and entertainment options. With gigabit internet widely available, Stillwater combines small-town charm with modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for both professional achievement and personal fulfillment. Required Qualifications Earned Doctorate by time of appointment Significant university level experience : full or part-time faculty member or appointment as a GTA leadership of ensembles that includes majors and non majors clinics or workshops with university students Evidence of successful work with pre-collegiate students Knowledge and experience in program development including but not limited to recruiting, repertoire and programming, concert planning, and artistic leadership. This position is contingent upon available funding.