Lecturer - Opera Production Director

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Lecturer - Opera Production Director (Spring 2027)

Arts and Sciences | Music

The School of Music is seeking a Lecturer to serve as the Opera Production Director for the Spring 2027 term. This role combines instructional responsibilities with the artistic and organizational leadership of opera production activities within the School of Music.

• Planning and organizing instruction in ways that maximize student learning
• Meeting scheduled classes and office hours in accordance with university policy
• Ensuring curriculum implementation and course preparation in accordance with department standards
• Preparing assignments and assessments, evaluating student work, and returning feedback in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintaining accurate records of student progress and submitting final grade rosters in accordance with established university deadlines
• Maintaining confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA

• Master of Music (MM)

• Demonstrated evidence of successful teaching in higher education

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

The School of Music, housed in the new Timashev Family Music Building, is home to a faculty of nationally and internationally recognized performing artists, composers, scholars, and master teachers who are specialists in their fields. The faculty serves a student body of approximately 300 undergraduate and 90 graduate music majors, as well as hundreds of non-music majors who are pursuing music minors, taking classes, or participating in one of the many performance ensembles.

The School of Music values interdisciplinary creative and scholarly work, curricular innovation, and public engagement.

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University's Shared Values , our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

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