The University of Akron

Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
School of Music

 

Position Available: The School of Music at The University of Akron invites applications for a one-year Visiting College Lecturer of Choral Studies. Duties will include, but
are not limited to, conducting two choirs, teaching choral conducting and literature, and other courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise.

 

Date of Appointment: A 9-month salary will be offered beginning fall semester – August 2013. This is a temporary, one year position.

 

Required Qualifications: Master of Music. Candidates must demonstrate significant success as a choral conductor/educator through successful participation at regional and/or national music contests or festivals, clinic presentations, and/or relevant performances or publications. Candidates must also demonstrate keyboard facility and musicianship necessary to support students’ vocal, musical, and pedagogical development.

 

Preferred Qualifications: DMA, Ph.D., or ABD. Evidence of successful college teaching.

 

Application Procedure: Evaluation of applicants will begin two weeks after this posting and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a list of 3-5 references, and links to videos to musicjobs@uakron.edu. Video recordings should be recent and include both choral performance and rehearsal. For questions, please contact Dr. Ann Usher, Director, School of Music, Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences at ausher@uakron.edu or visit the website at www.uakron.edu/music.

 

Background Check Statement: The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The university endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, the university will conduct a pre-employment background check for all applicants selected for employment.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Akron is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.

 

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