Job Description / Duties

Interim Lecturer of Opera and Vocal Coaching
The University of Oklahoma School of Music is seeking an opera/vocal coach to fill a full-time Lecturer of Opera and Vocal Coaching position beginning Fall Semester 2023. This is a nine month appointment at the rank of Lecturer.

Job Description
Job duties include approximately 20 hours per week of coaching (10 hours of opera coaching and 10 hours of vocal coaching), and occasional pianistic duties, such as accompanying auditions.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Required and Desired Qualifications
Coaching experience in professional and collegiate environments, knowledge of languages and diction, knowledge of operatic and art song literature, and pianistic skills are required qualifications. A masters’ or doctorate degree is preferred.

Contact Information

Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit 1) an application letter, including 3 references with phone and email addresses; and 2) current CV or resume to Daryl Nagode, at darylnagode@ou.edu.

Inquiries can be sent to Dr. Jonathan Shames, Artistic Director of OU Opera, at jshames@ou.edu.

Application deadlines: Review of applications will begin May 1, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Employer Profile

Established in 1908, the OU School of Music has been helping students pursue their musical and academic dreams for more than a century. Combining a world-class faculty and staff, state of the art facilities, and a comprehensive array of inspiring performance and academic opportunities, we invite you to join us as we aspire to create the musical future.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving an equitable, diverse, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.