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Assistant Professor of Music - Voice

Mercer University
sick time
United States, Georgia, Macon
Oct 04, 2025
Assistant Professor of Music - Voice Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Assistant Professor of Music - Voice Department: Instruction, School of Music College/Division: School Of Music Primary Job Posting Location: Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: The Townsend School of Music at Mercer University seeks an experienced and versatile Assistant Professor of Music - Voice (Soprano, Mezzo-soprano preferred) with specialized expertise in Opera and Musical Theatre direction. This position will primarily focus on teaching applied voice, stage direction of two to three opera and musical theatre productions per academic year, assisting with relevant classes, and enhancing the musical skills of undergraduate and graduate students in the vocal studies area. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of vocal repertoire, pedagogy, and performance practices in both genres. This is a full-time, tenure track appointment, with full benefits. The initial contract will commence August 2026. Responsibilities: A typical teaching load at Mercer University includes 50% teaching, 30% creative/research, and 20% service activity. Teaching - 50% Teach applied voice: Excellence in teaching a diverse array of styles within the voice studio, including Western Classical and musical theatre, as well as art song, oratorio, and other vocal styles. Provide specialized instruction in vocal repertoire for undergraduate and graduate students. Guide students in preparing repertoire for jury examinations and recitals, ensuring adherence to specified requirements regarding memorization, language, style, and inclusion of diverse composers. Encourage student familiarity with the work of contemporary composers through performance, listening, or collaboration with composition students. Maintain and expand a comprehensive knowledge of vocal literature across historical periods and national styles for both performance and teaching. Serve as co-director of Mercer University Opera producing and stage directing two to three opera and musical theatre productions per academic year. Liaise with university and community theatre professionals to secure production personnel and materials. Maintain an accurate record of production spending and maintain a specified yearly budget. Liaise with the Dean, the Executive Assistant to the Dean, and the Vocal Studies Chair on all financial activities. Additional responsibilities may be assigned according to the candidate's strengths and the needs of the institution, which may include vocal pedagogy and methods, lyric diction, and vocal literature. Creative/Research - 30% Maintain a professional performance profile, with activities occurring nationally, regionally, locally, and on campus as the Vocal Studies area calendar permits. Maintain an active research and presentation profile as expertise and time permit. Direction of Mercer University Opera productions will count towards your creative/research output. Service - 20% Provide academic advising to music majors. Participate in faculty governance within the School of Music and the University. Actively recruit voice students for the School of Music. Qualifications: The successful candidate: Will be an experienced musician and teacher with a commitment to liberal arts education. Will hold an earned doctorate in music with demonstrated commensurate professional experience, along with evidence of successful teaching and creative activity/research. Proven ability to provide applied instruction to university-level students. Demonstrated experience with operatic and musical theatre stage direction, performance practices, and the teaching of acting for the lyric stage. Proven ability to organize and produce opera and musical theatre productions. A broad knowledge of the Western Classical art song, oratorio, operatic, and musical theatre repertoires. Language and diction competency, consistent with working in the Western Classical vocal traditions. Candidates who apply by November 30, 2025 will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will begin December 1 and continue until the position has been filled. Required Documents: To apply, please submit the following materials via the Workday online platform: Current Curriculum Vitae Cover letter Statement of Teaching Philosophy The names and contact information for a minimum of three professional references Published or unlisted links included in your written materials to the following videos: - Recent personal performance. (10-30 minutes) - Recent performances of opera and musical theatre productions. (specify if full productions or excerpted scenes) - An applied lesson demonstrating Western Classical vocal instruction. (20-30 minutes) - An applied lesson demonstrating musical theatre instruction. (20-30 minutes) Finalists will send, upon request, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts with personal identifying information redacted. The successful candidate must also submit official transcripts prior to employment. Finalists may also be requested to send confidential letters of recommendation at a later date. This information will be kept confidential and viewable only by the search committee.) Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through https://jobs.mercer.edu Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer's twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer's employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Faculty Music EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Macon-GA--31207/Assistant-Professor-of-Music---Voice_F27-007 jeid-77958f8471ec55489a63fc943b1966bb