Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Choral Studies

University of Wisconsin Stout•Platteville, WI

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Performing and Visual Arts Department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a collaborative and community-minded colleague to serve as Director of Choral Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2027. This is a full-time, tenure-track, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $60,000 - $68,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The choral department at UW-Platteville has a long and rich tradition of excellence in performance and in the training of undergraduate choral conductors and music educators. UW-Platteville undergraduates have held significant positions in all levels of choral music, houses of worship, and communities in Wisconsin and beyond. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued success and growth of the choral and music programs while building on the program’s tradition of excellence and responding to current trends in the profession. The candidate will collaborate with the Associate Director of Choirs and other music faculty to support the undergraduate program, its ensembles, students, and activities.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Choral Conducting, Choral Music Education, Music Education, Music, or a closely related field, conferred by the position start date.
1 semester (4.5 months) of teaching and conducting at the collegiate level.
Conducting experience must include members with varying skill levels and background.
1 semester (4.5 months) of collaborating with schools, community, or professional organizations.
Professional engagement with at least one national or international choral organization.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead UW-Platteville’s choral ensembles.
Teach undergraduate choral literature, choral conducting, music history, and other courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s areas of expertise.
Work closely with other music faculty to support the music program.
Recruit and retain students and contribute to the growth of the music program and greater Platteville community.
Collaborate with faculty and university ensembles as appropriate.
Effectively create and administer departmental concerts, recruitment events, festivals, and other program activities.
Maintain an active professional profile as a performer and teacher in the field of choral music.
Participate in departmental and university service as appropriate.