Music; Director of Choral Activities), Tenure-Track Faculty

Overview

Music (Director of Choral Activities), Tenure-Track Faculty at Middle Tennessee State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#225040) at the rank of assistant or associate professor to serve as the Director of Choral Activities. The start date is August 1, 2026.

• Serve as the primary leader in recruitment, artistic direction, and strategic planning for ensemble growth for all MTSU choral ensembles.
• Direct Schola Cantorum in rehearsal and performance.
• Prepare undergraduate and graduate courses in conducting, music education, and related areas based on the candidate s specialization.
• Demonstrate excellent musicianship and knowledge of standard choral literature, with a commitment to the performance of new music and current performance practice.
• Incorporate cross-disciplinary initiatives and engage with diverse genres.
• Apply current instructional strategies for K-12 and collegiate classrooms and contribute to comprehensive musical training and research at MTSU.

• Required
  
  Education:
  
  A terminal degree in conducting or music education is required by the appointment date.
• Required Experience:
  
  Three years of full-time teaching at the collegiate level is required.
• Desirable:
  Applicants with a minimum of three years of middle school or high school classroom teaching experience will receive special consideration.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline)
• Video link(s) to choral rehearsal (20 minutes minimum) and choral performances (15 minutes minimum) in the appropriate section of the application; links must be active and working at submission and remain so until the search is complete.

For more information about serving as a faculty member at MTSU, visit the faculty recruitment webpage. For questions, contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at , or Karla Barnes nes.

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment. This position may require a criminal background check. The Application Review Date is 11/03/2025.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:
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