Job Description
Tenure Track, Assistant/Associate Professor of Opera/Vocal Coaching, College-Conservatory of Music
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Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) seeks an experienced pianist/vocal coach for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank within the highly collaborative Opera Department of the Division of Theatre Arts, Production and Arts Administration (TAPAA). Rank will be commensurate with credentials.
Opera and voice majors at CCM are predominately graduate students who have successfully completed competitive auditions for a place in one of three programs: The Artist Diploma in Opera: Vocal Performance, Coaching or Directing; the Master of Music in Voice; and the Doctor of Musical Arts in Voice. Opera productions are supported by the Department of Theatre Design and Production, which offers a BFA/MFA in the following seven areas: costume design and technology, lighting design and technology, makeup design and technology, scenic design, sound design, stage management and technical production.
The successful candidate is expected to engage in professional activities, maintaining visibility at the regional, national and international level. Such activities may include teaching, professional engagement or creative research. It is further expected that this position should be the faculty member's primary professional responsibility, that they will carry out their duties in person at CCM, and that they will reside within the greater Cincinnati area.
H-1B Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Anticipated start date: August 2024.
Essential Functions
Provide private vocal coaching to advanced (graduate-level) students in both operatic and art song literature.
Lead the musical preparationof selected projects within the Opera Department.
Mentor student pianist/coaches in their work on departmental productions.
Teach related courses according to the needs of the Department.
Participate in departmental service activities such as recruitment, attending auditions, committee work, season planning discussions and student advising.
Participate in service work to the College, the University and the community.
Required Education
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have either:
A master's degree in music or Artist's Diploma Degree in Opera in addition to a minimum of five years of professional teaching/coaching experience at institutions of higher learning or professional opera houses.
OR
A bachelor's degree in music in addition to a minimum of 10 years of professional teaching/coaching experience at an institution of higher learning, or professional opera houses.
Required Experience
Experience preparing singers for young artist training programs.
Knowledge of a broad range of operatic literature and styles.
Expertise in coaching recital repertoire.
Advanced keyboard skills and proficiency in major operatic languages and diction (Italian, French, German and English).
Fluency in Italian or German.
Application Process
Please complete an online application and include:
Letter of application
Curriculum vitae
Teaching Statement/ Teaching Philosophy
Three references with their contact information.
All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.
Review of applications will begin on March 25th and continue until the position is filled.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
This is a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position with rank and salary commensurate with professional and/or teaching experience. At the rank of Assistant Professor a salary range of $65,000 - $75,000, and at the rank of Associate Professor a salary range of $70,000 - $87,000.
Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at .
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Tenure Track, Assistant/Associate Professor of Opera/Vocal Coaching, College-Conservatory of Music
Date:
Mar 12, 2024
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility:
Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
Job Segment:
Academic, Education, Research
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