Job Title: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried - Voice (College of Music)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 59509
Department

College of Music - Voice & Opera

Responsibilities

The Voice & Opera area at the Florida State University College of Music invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Voice, a 9 Month faculty member at the tenure-earning rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate is expected to:

• Pursue a continued professional career and actively participate in performances within the College of Music. Demonstrate excellence in teaching through applied studio and classroom instruction of graduate and undergraduate voice majors.

• Recruit high-quality students regionally, nationally, and internationally.

• Provide assistance and mentorship to students in developing their professional goals.

• Assist in supervision of graduate assistants in Voice.

Participate in university and professional service activities nationally and internationally as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Voice Performance or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment.
  • Candidates nearing completion of a doctoral degree may be hired provisionally on a case-by-case basis.
  • Candidates demonstrating a record of comparable teaching experience and creative activity may substitute professional experience with education in exceptional circumstances.
• Record of successful university level teaching experience and proven artistry as a professional performer.
• Strong commitment to the recruitment of outstanding students.
• Proven commitment to creating an environment which contributes to the culture, vibrancy, and economy of the university community and which engages students and citizens from different backgrounds and walks of life.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of scholarly and professional creative activity.
• Background in classical singing and provide evidence of versatility and experience in diverse styles, with the ability to teach in classical, music theatre, and commercial music.
• Soprano or Mezzo Soprano voice types preferred.
• Record of successful recruitment of talented students.
• Commitment to advance innovative teaching practices
• Initiative to work and collaborate across artistic disciplines with stakeholders across campus, and throughout the community.
• Ability to attract resources including grants or other sources of support that advance the College of Music.

Contact Info

• Jeremy Cope, Administrative Specialist - jbc22f@fsu.edu (technical assistance with application)
• Erica Francis, Dean’s Executive Assistant - efrancis@fsu.edu (all other inquiries)

University Information

Seeking new knowledge and deeper understanding of music in interdisciplinary contexts through innovative research, music performance, and creative activity, The College of Music at Florida State University is the largest such college in the Southeast and one of the largest university-based music programs in the nation. We are home to over 600 undergraduate and over 300 graduate students, who represent nearly every state in the nation and 26 foreign countries.

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

Low to mid $70,000s, commensurate with education and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Please submit each item below as an individual PDF, attached to the “additional documents” section of the online application:

• One to two-page cover letter detailing qualifications for this position and teaching philosophy.
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae.
• Links to two videos of recent performances.
• Names and contact information of at least three professional references.

Candidates who advance to the second round will be asked to submit videos of their teaching.

Three confidential professional letters of reference are required prior to the time of hire. Please be prepared to facilitate this process if selected.

Confidential Letters of Reference: Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:
1) After submitting your application, click the Careers link.
2) Click the My References link.
3) Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position and
4) Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email
requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference
Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or
resend requests.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled. However, for priority consideration, please submit all application materials by February 7th, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain ongoing until the position is filled.

The appointment begins August 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.