Assistant Professor of Composition

Assistant Professor of Composition

College/School/Unit: College of Fine Arts

Department: Butler School of Music

Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Apply By: Open until filled

Description

Beginning August 2027

We seek a composer with a portfolio demonstrating a record of
professional and artistic excellence; expertise in wind
ensemble/orchestral composition and a record of collaboration
across media including, but not limited to, opera, theatre, dance,
film, gaming, and visual arts. Experience with electronic media is
desired. The composition faculty at UT Austin encourage their
students to explore many different music-making traditions, styles,
technologies, and cultures. This is a tenure-track assistant
professor position; salary commensurate with qualifications and
experience. It is expected that the successful candidate will
establish permanent residence in Austin, Texas.

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain professional activities appropriate for a tenured

position at a Tier 1 research university, including visibility as
an active composer through performances, recordings, publications,
leadership in professional organizations, etc.

• Teach courses in composition, including orchestration, and

applied composition lessons at the undergraduate and graduate
levels.

• Supervise graduate student research.
• Liaise with other units in the College of Fine Arts to foster

inter-departmental student collaborations.

• Work actively with Composition colleagues to recruit new

students and co-lead division initiatives such as CLUTCH
(Collective Labors of the UT Composition Hub, the umbrella
organization for performances of student works), enrichment
activities, and visiting artist opportunities.

• Perform regular committee and administrative service.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• DMA or PhD in composition or a related field (substantial

professional accomplishments without a terminal degree will be
considered).

• A record of professional and artistic excellence.
• Expertise in wind ensemble/orchestral composition.
• A record of collaboration across media including, but not

limited to, opera, theatre, dance, film, gaming, and visual
arts.

• Demonstrated commitment to preparing young musicians for

twenty-first century teaching and performing careers via high
professional standards, superb pedagogical skills, and active
mentoring.

• A record of excellence and achievement, including promise of

developing a national reputation as a composer, balanced with
evidence of dedication to teaching.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with electronic media.
• Achievement in teaching and/or recruiting students with a broad

range of musical interests and experiences at a university or
conservatory.

• Experience conducting or directing an ensemble.

Application Instructions

Review of Applications will begin on December 1,
2026 and will continue until the position is
filled.

Applications should include:

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• upload as a single PDF a representative portfolio of musical

scores with links to audio or video performances, if available

• complete contact information for three professional

references

Please do not submit additional supporting materails unless
requested by the serach committee.

All documents must be uploaded via Interfolio.

Inquires only may be directed to bsom_hr@utexas.edu

The University of Texas at Austin ranks among the finest
universities in the country. The Butler School of Music, comprising
some 80 faculty and approximately 620 music students, has an
outstanding reputation for its performance and academic programs.
Degree plans range from the bachelor's to the doctoral level. The
Austin area, known for its beauty and comfortable lifestyle, also
provides many cultural advantages through its numerous arts
organizations and is home to a very active and creative music
scene.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of
equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,
religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and
activities, and admissions.

To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/192814

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