"Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Music: Vocal Education (26-27)"

Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Music: Vocal Education (26-27)

Full-time Faculty Positions

Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Position Description:

The DePaul University School of Music seeks a highly qualified music education faculty member for a full-time, non-tenure eligible position who is aligned with the mission and values of both the school and the university. Responsibilities for this position will include teaching undergraduate and graduate music education coursework, particularly those courses with a choral emphasis. Additionally, the successful candidate will assume other responsibilities consistent with preference and expertise, including advising, collaboration with faculty and School of Music leadership, supervision of master's theses projects, as well as development of community outreach, recruitment, and administrative duties.

Recognized in Chicago and nationally, the DePaul School of Music is a forward-thinking institution that seeks to redefine the role of conservatory-based training in a contemporary society. DePaul's location in the cultural capital of Chicago is a tremendous asset for our programs in performance, music education, composition, performing arts management, and sound recording technology.

Questions about the search should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Sara Jones, Director of Music Education, at sara.jones@depaul.edu.

A review of candidates will begin October 20, 2025.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Music Education (required by the beginning of classes in Fall 2026)
• Demonstrated commitment to visionary practices within music education
• Demonstrated experience teaching choral music at the middle school/secondary levels (minimum of three years)
• Evidence of strong teaching and educational outreach ability

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience at the collegiate level. Experience working with student teachers is a plus.

Application Instructions:

• Cover letter detailing applicant's interest, qualifications, and experience
• Curriculum vitae, including links to any relevant professional work
• A reference contact document including names, relationships, physical addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three people who may knowledgeably endorse your application.

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Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.