Assistant Professor of Composition

Assistant Professor of Composition . The University of Texas at Austin . Unit: Butler School of Music . College: College of Fine Arts .

Location: Austin, TX . Opens: Oct 15, 2026 .

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. . 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 [email protected] 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.