Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Coach and Collaborator in Vocal Diction/Literature

Position InformationProposed Faculty Rank Assistant Professor (Lecturer)Department 00078 - School of MusicCity Salt Lake City, UTTrack Non Tenure TrackNew Position to Begin July 1, 2025DetailsDUTIES :1) Teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral level vocal diction courses in English, French, German, and Italian (Russian, Spanish, and Czech, etc, if expertise allows); 2) Teach undergraduate, master’s and doctoral level vocal literature courses covering, at minimum, the baroque to the present; 3) Teach diction for choral and symphonic conducting students; 4) Provide individual coaching to performance students enrolled in the Individual Coaching course; 5) Recruit and supervise applicable graduate research projects as assigned; 6) Accompany faculty recitals and performances as time and expertise allow; 7) Contribute to the coordination and advancement of the Voice Area curriculum; 8) Serve on committees, including graduate supervisory committees; and 9) perform other appropriate School, College, University, and professional service. The candidate appointed to this position will report to the Director of the School of Music.QUALIFICATIONS :1) A master’s degree is required, a doctorate is preferred; (2) Demonstrated evidenceof successful teaching and coaching at the university and/or professional level; (3) A successful and varied experience in collaborative piano with emphasis in voice partnered with a strong history of performance; and (4) Impeccable language diction skills and knowledge of IPA as applied to all the sung languages. We are seeking a resourceful, creative, innovative, and accomplished pedagogue and performer who demonstrates a willingness to support a robust and growing vocal program seeking to retain and attract high-caliber students both nationally and internationally. The ideal candidate is an experienced vocal coach with extensive knowledge of a variety of vocal repertoire including opera, song, and musical theater, and has demonstrated a strong, national performing reputation in the field. The candidate who fills this position will work closely with applied voice professors in support of undergraduate and graduate student recital preparations and will function as an active member of the voice faculty. The successful candidate will work well in one-on-one coaching, the classroom setting, and in small ensemble collaborative performances.EEO/Non-Discrimination InformationAll qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. 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Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.Special Instructions for CandidatesPROCEDURE :The letter of application addressing interest, qualifications, and candidate’s research and creative activity, teaching, and/or service experience; CV; 3 confidential letters of recommendation (uploaded directly by recommenders); a succinct artist and teaching philosophy statement (which may include strategies for mentoring people from backgrounds that are different than your own); and (unofficial) copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts.In the cover letter please include links to samples of classroom teaching or vocal coaching and 2 collaborative performances of contrasting pieces, either opera or song. The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.Candidates should complete their on-line application prior to ensure full consideration. Candidates who proceed to the final level will be required to participate in a routine criminal background check and to provide official transcripts. For more information, or to suggest nominations for this position, please contact Kirstin Chávez, or Dr. Seth Keeton, co-chairs of the search committee atkirstin.chavez@utah.eduorseth.keeton@utah.edu. Do not send other materials unless requested.Open Date 10/24/2024Close Date 12/15/2024Open Until Filled NoRequisition Number PRN01302CFType Faculty