Yale seeks a new Director to conduct and provide artistic and administrative leadership for the Yale Symphony Orchestra (YSO). The Director will present a compelling vision for the YSO at Yale and beyond; supervise YSO staff; teach and advise undergraduate conducting students; foster collaboration with internal and external partners; and with support from Yale Development, lead fundraising and stewardship activities for the YSO. Review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024. Start date in mid-August 2025. The search will remain open until the position is filled. Reports to: Associate Dean for the Arts, Yale College; Dean, Yale School of Music Full-time; 9-month; Renewable three-year appointment; Adjunct faculty status in the Yale School of Music, with a teaching load of at least one course per semester. Duties Conduct and oversee all aspects of the Yale Symphony Orchestra: program YSO season; determine YSO roster; conduct all rehearsals; conduct or co-conduct all YSO concerts; oversee YSO website and newsletter. Supervise YSO Administrative Associate; Teach at least one course per semester, eg in conducting; Lead budget planning, oversight, and strategic development of YSO resources; Lead ongoing assessment of existing programs, with special regard to audience development and alumni/ae networks; Work closely with Yale Development to present a compelling vision for the YSO in fundraising. Steward existing donor relationships and develop new donor relationships. Serve as an active member of the School of Music community. Committee work as required; Participate in professional organizations when appropriate. Qualifications Proven success as an orchestral conductor and teacher, with a preference for candidates whose experience includes conducting and teaching at the college level. Terminal degree in related field of study or equivalent professional experience. Experience with arts or ensemble management, audience development, and fundraising desirable Affirmative Action Statement Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX@yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov.