Assistant Professor - Director of Choral Activities - Department of Music 25-29

California State University • Los Angeles, CA

425d • $88,000 - $93,000

About The Position

The Department of Music at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to serve as the Director of Choral Studies. This role involves teaching in the Choral area, conducting research and performance activities, and contributing to the department's mission of fostering an inclusive and equitable academic environment. The successful candidate will engage with a diverse student body and help achieve equitable academic outcomes through teaching, mentorship, and service.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Choral Conducting, Choral Music Education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of excellence in in-person choral conducting and teaching at the professional or collegiate level.
• A record of achievement in scholarly/creative activity and demonstrated potential for further professional growth.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral or terminal degree in Choral Conducting, Choral Music Education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of effective engagement with a diverse student body using culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Experience creating a student-centered learning environment and adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring.
• Research and performance experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven recruiting experience within a choral performance and teaching context.
• Additional experience in choral genres such as Latine/x or Black music traditions, jazz, world music, gospel, rock/pop or other styles.
• College or University level teaching and rehearsal experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Choral Ensembles and Choral Conducting/Education Classes in the Music Department curriculum.
• Teach courses such as Northridge Singers, University Chorus, Choral Methods, and Choral Literature.
• Serve as advisor to graduate Choral Conducting Students.
• Supervise the Graduate Choral Conducting Program.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in assessment of student learning.
• Hold weekly office hours and provide service to the department, college, and university.

Benefits

• Salary scale of $88,000 to $93,000 depending on qualifications.
• Tenure-track position with opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
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• Education Level: Master's degree
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