"Assistant Professor - Music - Applied Voice"

Assistant Professor - Music - Applied Voice

Southeast Missouri State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500312

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Music

Position Summary

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in Applied Voice, Department of Music, Holland College of Arts and Media. There are two tenure-track openings. Candidates of all voice types are encouraged to apply.

• Teach applied voice lessons to undergraduate students.
• Co-teach voice studio class.
• May teach in additional areas based on department needs and candidate's experience, such as diction, vocal techniques, music theory/aural skills, functional piano, music appreciation, music business, music technology, jazz and commercial music, or other areas as assigned.
• Actively participate in areas reviewed for promotion and tenure, including teaching effectiveness, professional growth, and service activities (including, but not limited to, advising, academic duties, and recruitment and retention efforts on- and off-campus).

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate or ABD (with completion by Aug. 1, 2026) in music. Degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government-certified university.
• Elevated profile or promising trajectory as a vocalist.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and perform in multiple genres such as: Classical, musical theatre, jazz, and/or commercial styles (to include rock, gospel, hip-hop, country, etc).
• Demonstrated experience in teaching/directing opera/theatre.
• Demonstrated ability to teach vocal diction, literature, and pedagogy.
• Demonstrated commitment to recruiting and retaining students.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate students and work collegially when interacting with the University community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

As a public regional university (with a graduate mission), Southeast seeks candidates with a commitment to excellent undergraduate (and graduate) education and student success within the framework of the teacher-scholar model. Applications of instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Teaching and Learning and SEMO Online. Successful candidates will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, and online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention, and degree completion.

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: The position is available August 1, 2026, and will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by November 5, 2025.

To Apply: Submit the following online:

• Letter of interest addressing all required qualifications.
• Current curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Video recording of recital, solo performance, or other significant performance activity. (Provide a web link or embed in a supported file type.)
• Unofficial copies of transcripts. (Official transcripts required upon offer.)
• Name, affiliation, and contact information of at least three current professional references.

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