Assistant Professor, Musical Theater, Tenure Track

Job Description

The Theater Arts Program (Department of Visual and Performing Arts) at Arcadia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Musical Theater to start for the Fall 2026 semester. For priority consideration, please submit materials by February 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Glenside

Primary responsibilities will include directing the program's concentration in Musical Theater, teaching courses in various aspects of musical theater performance within that concentration (including voice instruction), advising and mentoring undergraduate musical theater students. Candidates qualified to serve as vocal coach for private voice lessons, as musical director and accompanist for departmental rehearsals and productions, and to teach performance-based acting and musical theater courses will be particularly interested.

Knowledge of musical theater history and repertoire, understanding of current trends in musical theater, and strong piano skills will be prioritized. A network of professional contacts in all aspects of musical theater will also be an asset.

Collaboration and leadership skills, a capacity for adapting to and working within the program's existing resources and parameters, and a desire to teach within the context of a broad-based liberal arts educational context are essential. The successful candidate will become actively involved in the program's recruitment efforts (which will include travel). The position will also require participation in department, university, and professional service activities, academic advising of undergraduate students, and collaboration in various campus outreach and donor relations efforts.

Terminal degree in related discipline, with relevant previous teaching and/or professional experience. A record of successful teaching experience at the university level, a proven ability to work with others from a variety of cultures and backgrounds, and strong industry connections are a plus. Given Arcadia University's status as a national leader in global education, we welcome applicants with a global perspective on the teaching and practice of musical theater.

Qualified applicants should apply online at , where they will submit a letter of interest, vita, and names of at least two professional references. Other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness are also welcome.

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check.

Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

FF108A