Visiting Choral Artist in Residence Assistant Professor level Winchester, VA

Shenandoah Conservatory at Shenandoah University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Choral Artist in Residence at the Assistant Professor level for the 2026–2027 academic year. This full-time (9-month) benefited position, located on the University’s main campus in Winchester, Virginia, will begin in August 2026.

Beyond directing the Conservatory Choir, the chosen candidate will teach choral conducting across levels, work with choral colleagues to further elevate the choral culture at Shenandoah Conservatory, recruit to the Conservatory, and help to advance the Conservatory’s reputation as a premier and innovative place of study where artists from diverse backgrounds actively engage in innovative and collaborative work.

• Teach at least 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Choral Arts, Conducting, and/or Music as needed
• Develop and update course curricula, including syllabi, lectures, and assignments
• Advise and mentor students on academic and career paths
• Engage in scholarly or creative activities, which may include research, publications, presentations, or artistic productions
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, such as committee work, program development, and student recruitment
• Administer the choral area, direct Conservatory Choir, teach undergraduate courses in conducting and guide masters and doctoral conducting study
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Vocal Performance to maintain a cohesive and collegial Vocal Choral Division
• Actively participate in faculty meetings, auditions, and recruitment activities
• Teach specialized courses in areas of expertise