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Assistant Professor of Voice, tenure-track - Hodgson School of Music, University of Georgia

This is a Permanent, Full-time position.

Category: College/University
State/Province (or you can select Remote): Athens, GA
Position: Assistant Professor of Voice, tenure-track
Deadline: November 25, 2024
Posted: October 24, 2024

Job Description / Duties

● Serve as an artist-teacher of voice, maintaining an active performance and research agenda that continues to expand the reputation for excellence of the program.
● Teach applied voice lessons to students from first-year undergraduate through doctoral levels and lead weekly studio performance classes.
● Instruct courses in related areas of expertise, which may include operatic and/or vocal literature, lyric diction, vocal pedagogy, or other courses as they relate to the candidate’s expertise.
● Participate in activities related to the academic mission of the university and the voice area, including service on committees, student mentoring, and recruiting activities across the state and beyond.
● Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Required Skills

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
● A terminal degree in voice (such as a Doctor of Musical Arts) earned by time of appointment. Candidates without a terminal degree must document exceptional accomplishments and professional performance experience and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
● Evidence of accomplishments of teaching experience in voice, preferably a minimum of two years of experience at the collegiate level. Preferred candidates will possess a holistic view of vocal pedagogy which encompasses both Western Classical singing and Music Theatre/CCM and non-Western styles of singing.
● Evidence of accomplishments in performance, with evidence of an established or emerging national profile; minimum of three years of professional experience.
● Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students and faculty.
● Demonstrated knowledge of a wide array of solo vocal literature for all voice types at different levels of academic study.
● Ability and desire to contribute to a dynamic, holistic music program that prepares students for a music career in the 21st century, including initiating and leading innovative community engagement projects in a region known for its music and arts culture.

Additional Information

To Apply
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 25, 2024, and until the position is filled. Apply online at: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/402668, providing the following:
● A current curriculum vitae outlining their academic qualifications and professional experience.
● A cover letter (maximum of 3 pages) which highlights information regarding the applicant’s teaching philosophy, and objectives for teaching within an environment which serves a community of students with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests.
● Links to an online portfolio/website highlighting artistic work, which must include:
○ At least 3 stylistically varied live recordings from performances in the past 3 years.
○ 2 teaching videos, no longer than 20-minutes each, demonstrating work with 2 students (preferably one treble voice and one tenor/bass). Videos may be edited for length.
● Unofficial transcripts for highest degree earned.
● The names and contact information for a minimum of 3 references. Letters of reference will be requested later in the search process.

Contact Information

Questions about the application process can be directed to Ms. Edith Hollander, Assistant to the Director, at somadmin@uga.edu or 706-542-2701. Questions about the position can be directed to Amy Petrongelli at amy.petrongelli@uga.edu. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests.

Employer Profile

The Hugh Hodgson School of Music (https://music.uga.edu) is among the leading schools of music in the region and nationally. It includes comprehensive programs, with degrees at the undergraduate level through the master's and doctorate. A celebrated faculty, outstanding facilities, and talented students build a supportive and rich environment for artistic and scholarly growth. Graduates from our programs have been internationally successful in their chosen fields.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to multidisciplinary research, collaboration, academic innovation, and to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive.

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).