"Assistant Professor / Associate Director of Choral Studies"

The University of South Carolina School of Music is accepting applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor / Associate Director of Choral Studies. This 9-month position will start August 16, 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Choral Methods and undergraduate Conducting; conduct the University Chorus; coordinate secondary choral music education and student teachers; assist with the graduate conducting program; engage in scholarly and/or creative research activities; participate in faculty service activities and committee work. Additional teaching responsibilities as determined by qualifications, preference, and institutional needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An earned doctorate (or ABD with degree completion date by start date of employment), an established record of teaching and excellence in choral performance, and at least five (5) years of public-school teaching experience at the secondary level. The School of Music is committed to its 2030 Vision and core values, (https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/music/about/vision_page.php), and to these five themes: 1) pursuing Excellence; 2) devotion to Student Success; 3) focusing on producing Music Leaders; 4) emphasizing the preparation of the Musician-Educator; and 5) creating Diversely Skilled Musicians. The School encourages applications from candidates who have interests and abilities that align with these values.

APPLICATION:

Apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/194075, attaching a letter of application, CV and the names and contact information for three references in addition to those sending letters of recommendation. Applicants will submit links to 30 minutes of video which include approximately twenty (20) minutes of rehearsal and ten (10) minutes of performance. Video must include repertoire of varying styles. The search process will continue until the position is filled, but review of applications will begin October 1, 2025.