"Visiting Professor of Arts Administration and Online Master's Program Director"

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, invites applications for a Visiting Professor of Arts Administration to serve as the founding academic leader of a new fully-online Master of Arts in Arts Administration. This 12-month position is intended to begin on July 1, 2026. Work can be performed remotely, with on-campus visits conducted as needed. Initial appointment is one (1) year; the appointment can be renewed for a second year.

Essential Functions

• Serve as Program Director for the new online Master’s in Arts Administration program.
• Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of the online curriculum in collaboration with faculty and instructional design teams.
• Teach graduate-level courses in arts administration, cultural policy, nonprofit leadership, arts marketing, or related areas.
• Recruit, mentor, and support a diverse student body of emerging and mid-career arts professionals.
• Support the hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of adjunct faculty.
• Build strategic partnerships with arts organizations, alumni, and industry leaders.
• Collaborate with university leadership to ensure the program aligns with institutional goals.
• Engage in scholarly, professional, or creative activities related to arts administration (as appropriate to the visiting role).

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have

1. A terminal degree (PhD, DFA, EdD or MFA with significant administrative experience) in Arts Administration, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a closely related field.
2. A minimum of five (5) academic years of teaching experience in higher education, preferably in online or hybrid formats.
3. A record of leadership in arts administration, cultural management, or nonprofit arts sectors.
4. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
5. Commitment to include and equitable teaching and program development.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience launching or leading new academic programs, especially in online modalities.
• Knowledge of online pedagogy, instructional design, and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).
• Evidence of research, publication, or creative work in arts administration or cultural leadership.
• National/International visibility and connections to arts and culture professionals.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process

Deadline:

Review of applications will begin on January 9, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit their materials electronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati’s Recruitment site https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position 100519. Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing interest in the position and relevant qualifications; current curriculum vitae or resume; a statement on teaching philosophy and approach to online education; names and contact information for three (3) references.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary range of $58,000 - $65,000 based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html