Assistant Professor - Teacher/Artist of Trumpet, Music

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JOB TITLE:  

Teacher/Artist of Trumpet 

JOB PURPOSE:   

Position: Teacher/Artist of Trumpet

Rank:  Assistant Professor – Tenure Track

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recruit, teach, and maintain a high-quality trumpet studio
• Maintain and grow a reputation for high quality performance in the region, nationally, and internationally  
• Coach chamber ensembles
• Participate in outreach activities and serve as liaison with regional music educators
• Teach classes in secondary area; such as jazz, history, brass methods, etc.
• Serve as brass area coordinator and foster inclusive environment for adjunct faculty
• Work to create a cooperative environment with colleagues and students
• Service to the university includes creative activity, committees, student advising, and other duties as needed  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Doctoral Degree in Music
• Evidence of active professional performance in a variety of musical settings
• Teaching experience at a collegiate level 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Preference will be given to candidates who have successful full-time college teaching experience
• Proven track record in recruiting students and working with public schools
• Experience teaching in a secondary area such as jazz/commercial music, music history, brass methods, or recording arts
• Experience with a variety of media to promote personal and student

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 11/12/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:  

On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

 WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

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Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/