Assistant Professor of Music Industry Studies and Voice

Appalachian State University•Boone, NC

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About The Position

The Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music invites applications for a tenure-track position, Assistant Professor of Music Industry Studies and Voice, with appointment starting fall 2026. We are seeking a collaborative faculty member to advance the music industry studies program and broaden the vocal curriculum to encompass commercial singing styles. This faculty member will join a team committed to ensuring the Music Industry Studies area is innovative, relevant, and responsive to industry needs.

Requirements

Minimum requirement of a master’s degree (MA, MS, MM, MFA , or MBA ), or higher, in areas of Music Industry Studies, Music Business, Audio Engineering, Vocal Performance, or closely related fields. Candidates with a degree in Voice must have commensurate professional experience in the music industry.
Successful candidates will have teaching experience in the music industry studies area, such as audio production and/or music business.
The candidate will also have experience teaching applied voice lessons and/or voice classes in a commercial singing style.

Responsibilities

Teach courses such as Introduction to Music Industry Studies, Audio Fundamentals, Professional Development Seminar, Musician as an Entrepreneur, or others, depending on the candidate’s expertise.
Teach applied voice class and lessons in the commercial music style. Depending on the candidate’s expertise, this faculty could also teach in the jazz style.
Develop music industry-relevant courses, commercial/jazz voice classes, and ensembles.
Develop and maintain partnerships with music industry professionals and companies to network and develop new internship opportunities.
Organize guest lectures, workshops, and industry panels to connect students with professionals.
Engage in advising, recruiting, mentorship, coordinating, and supervising student internships with industry partners.
Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Music Industry Studies program and the commercial voice area.
Participate in program assessment, accreditation, and curriculum development to maintain industry relevance.
Engage in and maintain research, creative, or professional development activities in the field.
Fully participate in the responsibilities of Hayes School of Music faculty members, including service at the University or Hayes School of Music level.
In the Hayes School of Music, full-time tenure-eligible or tenured faculty members are expected to teach 24 full-time equivalent hours (FTEs) per academic year. A faculty member may request up to 6 FTEs annually for extensive scholarly or creative activity.