Univ of Mobile

The University of Mobile invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Music (Voice). Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience. The candidate will exemplify a strong Christian faith and exhibit a commitment to the University’s mission and core values. The assistant professor will be expected to:

1 Teach applied voice to undergraduate and graduate students with an emphasis on classical and crossover style, including musical theatre and contemporary commercial music (CCM);

2 Teach other undergraduate and graduate courses in the Alabama School of the Arts, beginning Fall 2022; possible areas of instruction include: diction, pedagogy, song literature;

3 If the candidate has choral conducting experience, they may have the opportunity to lead a choral ensemble;

4 Participate in weekly departmental graduate and undergraduate voice masterclasses;

5 Perform in university concerts and programs, and in outside engagements in the community;

6 Advise and mentor students;

7 Serve on University committees;

8 Post and keep office hours each academic period;

9 Attend all University faculty meetings and required workshops;

10 Attend all department and college/school faculty meetings;

11 Assist with the recruitment, registration, and orientation of students;

12 Submit syllabi, credit hour forms, textbook orders, and grades according to scheduled due dates;

13 Attend and support University activities when possible;

14 Attend mandated University activities, including but not limited to, commencement ceremonies;

15 Accept additional responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the Alabama School of the Arts and/or the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Required Education/Experience: A doctoral degree in music from a regionally accredited institution is required. Evidence of success as a performing artist and applied teacher at the collegiate level required. Candidates should have a demonstrated an ongoing commitment to teaching and performing. Choral conducting experience is a plus, but not required. A review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application Materials Required: Letter of interest, completed University of Mobile Employment Application (found at www.umobile.edu/employment ), current vita with references listed, and unofficial transcripts of all graduate work and undergraduate work must be submitted before candidate is considered. Official transcripts can be sent later when position is offered. Application materials should be sent to: Dr. Patrick Jacobs, Director of Vocal Studies, Alabama School of the Arts, University of Mobile, 5735 College Parkway, Mobile, AL 36613-2842. Electronic submissions are preferred and may be sent to pjacobs@umobile.edu