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Title Information

Faculty TitleAssistant Professor

Job Class Code10031

FLSAExempt

Position Information

Posting NumberFRGV1564

Working TitleSchool of Music: Assistant Professor of Trumpet

Number of Vacancies1

LocationRio Grande Valley, Texas

Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Tenure StatusTenure Track

FTE1.0

Scope of Job

We seek applicants who are dedicated to servingThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’sdiverse student body as anAssistant Professorofthe UTRGV School of Musicbeginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.

The School of Music at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Trumpet (tenure-track) to join a collaborative team of faculty, staff, and students within our School of Music.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate applied lessons, directing the trumpet ensemble/chamber music coaching, and teaching classes in trumpet pedagogy and literature, including high brass methods. The successful candidate will also be expected to recruit undergraduate/graduate students and cultivate positive relations with faculty and regional high school band programs.

Versatility across multiple musical traditions, with experience in jazz, popular music, and mariachi in addition to Western classical training will be seen as a plus.

The successful candidate will engage in research/creative activity through endeavors such as high-quality performances, publications, guest artist appearances, conference presentations, performances with orchestras and chamber groups, and internal/external funding.

In the area of teaching, the successful candidate will share a deep commitment to effective instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and mentor students in research, outreach, and professional development. Successful candidates will be strong recruiters capable of broadening participation among members of under-represented groups; will demonstrate through their research, teaching, and/or public engagement the richness of diversity in the learning experience; will integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and will provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley, most notably on the Edinburg and Brownsville campuses.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach undergraduate and graduate applied trumpet.

• Direct trumpet ensemble and/or coach chamber music,

• Teach weekly studio classes,

• Teach high brass methods courses as needed,

• Academic mentoring for trumpet majors,

• Recruit top-quality students into the UTRGV Trumpet Studio,

• Service work appropriate for the level of Assistant Professor,

• Creative Activity/Research/Performances at a level to obtain a national presence in the field,

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

About UTRGV :

UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit UTRGV website.

Department/College Background:

The UTRGV School of Music is located on the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses and prepares students to succeed as teachers, performers, and scholars by studying diverse musical styles, genres, and traditions; conducting research; and collaborating with each other as well as with local, national, and global communities. Through extensive community engagement, service learning, and exceptional performance opportunities, we expand the understanding of music and enrich the cultural life in our local society and beyond. The School of Music has over 400 students and over 50 faculty members. Degrees offered include a Bachelor of Music with Teacher Certification, a Bachelor of Music in Performance, a Bachelor of Music in Music Technology, a Bachelor of Music in Composition, and Master’s Degrees in Music Education, Performance, Ethnomusicology, and Conducting.

Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate in a relevant field of music by the start date of the appointment (August 2026).

Documented experience and accomplishments in trumpet performance.

Demonstrated success in college-level teaching.

The ability to contribute through research, teaching, and service to the mission of UTRGV and the School of Music.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Please see preferred qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching applied trumpet full-time at the university level or equivalent experience in full-time professional music ensembles.

Demonstrated ability to connect with region high school band program directors and students.

Experience with developing and implementing systematic recruitment activities that include but are not limited to off-campus high school visitations, on-campus clinics, and workshops for area high school students.

Established profile as a performing artist or demonstrated potential to develop a national-level profile as a performing artist.

License or Certification Required?No

SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience

Desired Start Date09/01/2026

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Open Date12/10/2025

Close Date01/16/2026

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive

and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code

•51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

Required Document:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. List of 3 References

3. Letter of Interest

4. Unofficial Transcripts (If selected for the position, official transcripts from all levels of education are required).

5. Other Documents: Links to unedited videos/recordings or performances (videos preferred)

Please Note

Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/40353

Posting Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Unofficial Transcripts

+ Other Document

+ List of 3 References

+ Letter of Interest

Optional Documents