Southwestern Univ.

The Department of Music at Southwestern University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Choral Music, beginning in August of 2026. We are seeking a candidate who will be an energizing leader for our choral program, a contributor and mentor to our Music Education program, and a robust recruiter for the University. The department encourages applications from candidates with a demonstrated interest in fostering inclusive experiences in the classroom and concert hall, curricular innovation, and pedagogical creativity. Broad creative/research and teaching interests that intersect with other areas within the fine arts, liberal arts and/or sciences are desirable.

Candidates will have earned a D.M.A. or Ph.D., and have demonstrated teaching and conducting experience. ABD candidates with demonstrated experience will be considered, but the degree must be completed by date of appointment.

Application instructions:

Applicants should submit the following materials to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/174800. Materials will not be accepted in hard copy or via email.

The deadline for submission is December 1, 2025. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually.