"Music - Assistant Professor of Music (Open Rank)"

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Position Information

Position Title
Music - Assistant Professor of Music (Open Rank)

Classification Title
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)

Department
Music

Job Description
The Department of Music at Hope College invites applications for a tenure-track, open-rank faculty position in voice, beginning Fall 2026.

Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate applied voice lessons and maintaining a studio. The successful candidate will also teach departmental courses such as diction courses (English, Italian, German, and French), group voice class, literature, pedagogy, musical theatre workshop, opera workshop, or general education courses depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.

The successful candidate should develop and maintain a visible professional profile through performance, conferences, and professional engagement that will enhance service opportunities and support student recruitment for the program. This includes participation and involvement in NATS and MSVMA. Applicants should have demonstrated experience in teaching both classical and musical theatre vocal technique. Keyboard skills are advantageous.

About the Department of Music
Hope’s Department of Music prepares musicians within the liberal arts tradition for roles in professional, educational and public communities. Our program is recognized for its emphasis on training well-rounded musicians who will make a difference in their communities, whether they are performers, educators or people who simply want to share music with the world. The Department of Music offers opportunities at the undergraduate level for majors (e.g., B.M. Performance, B.M. Music Education – Instrumental and Vocal, and B.A.), minors, and non-majors who want to actively engage in music-making.

Required Documents:
Cover Letter
CV
Unofficial transcripts
3 Letters of Recommendation (requested at a later date)
Teaching Philosophy (one-page)
A one-page reflection on the candidate’s Christian faith and alignment with Hope’s Christian Mission
A one-page reflection on the College’s mission

Questions may be directed to Dr. Eric Reyes, Chair of the Search Committee (reyese@hope.edu).

Is this a visiting faculty position?
No

Rank
Open

Qualifications
Soprano/Mezzo-Soprano preferred. We welcome applications from candidates holding a terminal degree (DMA, MM, or equivalent) or possessing significant professional performance and teaching experience. A thorough knowledge of opera, oratorio, art song, and concert literature is essential. Equally important is a strong commitment to supporting a vibrant vocal arts program dedicated to the holistic development of today’s multifaceted vocal artists. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to integrate excellence in classroom teaching with sustained professional activity. Candidates must also show experience or desire for teaching both majors and non-majors, as evidenced by presenting master classes, maintaining private studios, and/or serving as faculty members at institutions of higher learning. Facility with keyboard skills is considered an asset for the successful candidate.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.

Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2023-121FR
Job Posting Open Date
09/30/2025
Job Posting Close Date
11/30/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Is this position available for sponsorship
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application review will begin on November 15.