Details
DUTIES: (1) Teach voice lessons for students seeking lessons, doctoral through non-majors, in a variety of styles including classical, and musical theater or jazz; (2) Teach voice-related courses, especially vocal pedagogy. Additional courses may include diction and vocal literature; (3) Develop long-term relationships with local professional organizations, local public schools, private teachers, and NATS to enhance the recruitment and retention of voice students; (4) Advise masters and doctoral students; (5) Work to adapt curriculum to address the current needs of the voice area to best serve its students; (6) Assist the voice area coordinator with administrative duties such as coordinating voice area juries, auditions, performances, and recruiting initiatives. The ideal candidate is a tenor, an experienced teacher of individual voice lessons expert in teaching a modern, science-informed vocal pedagogy, and one who has demonstrated a strong, national performing reputation.
The candidate appointed to this position will report to the Director of the School of Music.
QUALIFICATIONS: (1) A master’s degree or equivalent education and experience is required. A doctorate is preferred; (2) demonstrated evidence of successful voice lesson teaching at the collegiate level in the classical style and at least one of the following: musical theater or jazz; (3) demonstrated evidence of professional vocal performance; (4) the ability to teach multiple subjects in the voice area including vocal pedagogy, diction, and vocal literature.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
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Special Instructions for Candidates
PROCEDURE: Applicants should submit (1) a letter of application addressing interest, qualifications, research and creative activity, teaching, and/or service. (2) a CV (including the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of 3-5 persons who can provide reference); (3) a succinct teaching philosophy statement; (4) copies (unofficial are acceptable) of undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Video examples of teaching and performance will be requested at a later stage. Applications must be submitted electronically prior to
August 14, 2026 to ensure full consideration. The review of complete applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Candidates who proceed to the final level will be required to participate in a routine criminal background check and to provide official transcripts. For more information, or to suggest nominations for this position, please contact Dr. Seth Keeton, chair of the search committee at
[email protected]. Do not send other materials unless requested.
