2026/2027, Fall and Winter Terms, Course-Based Opportunities – School of Music

Brandon University is seeking Contract Academic Staff Instructors in the School of Music to direct the BU Orchestra Ensemble from September 9 to December 23, 2026 (Fall term) and from January 5 to April 26, 2027 (Winter term).

Course # Course Title Credit Hours
65:117-517 Ensemble (Orchestra) 2 credit hours (fall term)
65:118-518 Ensemble (Orchestra) 2 credit hours (winter term)

Qualifications: Master’s degree in music is required, relevant teaching experience preferred. Equivalent traditional/experiential career paths will also be considered. For more information on establishing a traditional/experiential equivalency, please contact Dr. Leanne Zacharias at zachariasl@brandonu.ca. Preference may be given to applicants who are able to teach in both terms.

Salary: $5,421.32 per 2 credit hour ensemble (effective September 1, 2026)

Application deadline: August 14, 2026 or until position is filled

Applications should include a letter of application, a statement of citizenship or Canadian immigration status, a current curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. Applicants should also clearly indicate which of the above listed courses they are applying to teach. Send application by email attachment in a single PDF document of reasonable size to:

Dr. Leanne Zacharias, Dean, School of Music, Brandon University, c/o Bobbi White at white@brandonu.ca.

 

Issued July 31, 2026

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.