Assistant Professor - Music - Applied Voice

Assistant Professor - Music - Applied Voice

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There are two (2) tenure‑track Assistant Professor openings available. Candidates of all voice types are encouraged to apply.

Salary: Depends on qualifications

Job Type: Full‑Time

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Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Music

Closing: Position available until filled (Final date to receive applications November 5 2025).

Assistant Professor (Tenure‑Track), Applied Voice, Department of Music, Holland College of Arts and Media. The position will involve teaching applied voice lessons, co‑teaching a voice studio class, and potentially teaching in additional areas such as diction, vocal techniques, music theory, aural skills, functional piano, music appreciation, music business, technology, jazz, or commercial music, depending on departmental needs and candidate experience.

• Teach applied voice lessons to undergraduate students.
• Co‑teach voice studio class.
• May teach additional areas based on department needs and candidate experience.
• Actively participate in promotion and tenure areas, including teaching effectiveness, professional growth, and service activities such as advising, academic duties, and recruitment and retention efforts.

• Doctorate or ABD (with completion by Aug. 1 2026) in music from a regionally or internationally accredited university.
• Elevated profile or promising trajectory as a vocalist.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and perform in multiple genres such as Classical, musical theatre, jazz, and/or commercial styles (including rock, gospel, hip‑hop, country, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in teaching/directing opera or theatre.
• Demonstrated ability to teach vocal diction, literature, and pedagogy.
• Demonstrated commitment to recruiting and retaining students.
• Ability to motivate students and work collegially with the university community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

As a public regional university with a graduate mission, Southeast seeks candidates committed to excellent undergraduate and graduate education and student success in the teacher‑scholar framework. Applications of instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Teaching and Learning and SEMO Online. Successful candidates will contribute to innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, and online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention, and degree completion.

Final date to receive applications: November 5 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Submit the following online via the “APPLY” button at the top of the page:

• Letter of interest addressing all required qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Video recording of recital, solo performance, or other significant performance activity (provide a web link or embed the video in a supported file type).
• Unofficial copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon offer).
• Name, affiliation, and contact information of at least three current professional references.

Department of Music.

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, SEMO provides student‑centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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