"Assistant Professor of Voice, 9 Month Salaried - College of Music"

Assistant Professor of Voice, 9 Month Salaried - College of Music

Job ID: 61253

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department

College of Music - Voice & Opera

Responsibilities

The Voice & Opera area at the Florida State University College of Music invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Voice, a 9-month faculty member at the tenure-earning rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate is expected to:

• Pursue a continued professional career and actively participate in performances within the College of Music.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching through applied studio and classroom instruction of graduate and undergraduate voice majors.
• Recruit high-quality students regionally, nationally, and internationally.
• Provide assistance and mentorship to students in developing their professional goals.
• Assist in the supervision of graduate assistants in vocal performance.
• Participate in university and professional service activities nationally and internationally as appropriate.

Other specific teaching duties may include classroom instruction commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and interests.

Qualifications

• Possess a terminal degree in vocal performance or vocal pedagogy and/or demonstrate a record of outstanding teaching and performance experience, which may be substituted for education in exceptional circumstances.
• Hold a record of successful university-level teaching experience.
• Provide examples of student acceptance into tuition-based training and professional young artist programs.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the recruitment of outstanding students.
• Demonstrate a proven commitment to creating an environment which contributes to the vibrancy, customs, and economy of the university community.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated record of successful teaching, scholarly accomplishments, and professional creative activity.

We are especially interested in candidates providing evidence of versatility and experience in different styles, with the ability to teach in classical and contemporary commercial music genres.

• A Mezzo Soprano voice type.
• A record of successful recruitment of talented students.
• Commitment to advance innovative teaching practices.
• Initiative to work and collaborate across artistic disciplines with stakeholders across campus, and throughout the community.
• The ability to attract resources including grants or other sources of support that advance the College of Music.

Contact Info

Dr. Marcía Porter, Professor of Voice & Coordinator of Voice & Opera: Committee Chair (questions regarding the position or the selection process) - mporter@fsu.edu

Jania Kadar, Sr. Administrative Specialist (regarding technical assistance with the application process) - j.kadar@fsu.edu

Erica Francis, Dean's Executive Assistant (all other inquiries) - efrancis@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Please submit each item below as an individual PDF, attached to the "additional documents" section of the online application:

• One to two-page cover letter detailing qualifications for this position.
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae.
• Links to performances and/or recordings from the last 5 years.
• Links to two teaching videos (~20 to 30 minutes each)
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references.

Three confidential professional letters of reference are required at the time of appointment. Please be prepared to facilitate this process if selected as a top candidate.

Confidential Letters of Reference: Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:

1. After submitting your application, click the Careers link.
2. Click the My References link.
3. Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position
4. Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as Open Until Filled. For priority consideration please submit all application materials by November 14, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and remain ongoing until the position is filled.

This appointment begins August 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.