Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Associate Director of Choral Activities
Baylor University School of Music
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct the Baylor Concert Choir and an additional ensemble based on expertise.
- Teach conducting and choral-related courses as assigned.
- Develop and maintain a regional/national profile as a conductor.
- Shared leadership of choral activities, including A Baylor Christmas, All-State Choir Camp, auditions, and other duties as assigned.
- Collaborate with fellow faculty.
- Participate actively in the cultural and intellectual life of the School of Music and University.
- Actively recruit and mentor students.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with schools, churches, and universities.
Qualifications:
- Doctorate or ABD in music preferred; Master of Music or equivalent professional experience required.
- Demonstrated success as a choral conductor and teacher.
- Experience teaching students of diverse backgrounds is preferred; Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in teaching/learning and in professional activities is required.
Compensation and Benefits:
Rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualification.
Application Procedure:
Review of applications will begin on October 2, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. To apply, submit the following:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae
- Transcripts
- Philosophy of teaching (1 page)
- Three current letters of recommendation
- Written responses to the questions found at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ct2a3iPVV56AwkKtfhvUpAGn8GjaEaTl-LKi...
- Unedited video recordings of choral conducting (20 minutes of performances including contrasting styles; and 15-20 minutes of rehearsal including vocalizing and repertoire rehearsal)
Please direct inquiries to:
Dr. Kristina MacMullen
Chair of the Search Committee