BCAS - Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education in the School of Music - 530738

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Alabama J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences School of Music seeks an innovative and dynamic tenure-track faculty member in choral music education with proven achievement as a choral educator and a demonstrated record of successful research. The ideal candidate has expertise in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring current and future choral educators and singers. A demonstrated commitment to the role of highly trained conductor-educators in the 21st century should be an active part of the candidate’s background and experience. Candidates should show ability and desire to empower, advocate for, and value a broad range of students as shown through pedagogy, mentoring, and related activities.

Requirements

A PhD in Music Education is required (ABD will be considered with degree conferral in hand by August 15, 2027)
A strong record as an effective choral educator with at least three years of full-time teaching experience in the secondary (middle/high school) choral classroom
Demonstrated achievement in scholarly/creative activities, with a defined record of successful research productivity

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting students
A record of developing and maintaining vibrant connections with K-12 educators

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level choral methods and music education courses
Conduct a choral ensemble
Supervise choral student interns
Actively recruit for the undergraduate and graduate choral music education degree programs
Work closely with the music education and choral faculty
Maintain an active scholarly profile
Advise students and direct student research
Serve on department and college-level committees
Other duties consistent with the candidate’s interests and expertise
Continue the development of a national and international reputation as a consummate choral conductor-educator and pedagogue, consistent with the expectations of a comprehensive School of Music at a major research institution

Benefits

Tenure-track faculty position
Opportunity to teach undergraduate and graduate students
Conduct a choral ensemble
Supervise interns
Actively recruit for degree programs
Collaborate with faculty
Maintain scholarly profile
Advise students and direct research
Serve on committees
Develop national and international reputation
Preliminary Zoom screening
In-person interviews for selected candidates
Priority consideration for applications received by October 31
Access to state-of-the-art laboratories, research centers, and performance venues
Hands-on learning experiences
Opportunities for research and creative expression
Supportive university environment
K-12 classroom practice opportunities
Positive, education-centered, and progressive choral arts environment
Comprehensive music program serving educational and artistic needs
Opportunities for scholarship and service
Background investigation
Equal Employment Opportunity