Assistant Professor Educator, Musical Theatre Voice Specialist, UC College-Conservatory of Music
- University of Cincinnati
- Cincinnati, OH, USA
- $65,000 - $72,000 yearly
Job Description
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About the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM)
At CCM Musical Theatre we cultivate an environment of healthy, dynamic and innovative training, fostering creative growth for our students, faculty and community collaborators alike. The CCM Musical Theatre was the first program of its kind in the US, was used by the National Association of Schools of Theatre in formulating the guidelines for the accreditation of Musical Theatre programs nationwide and continues to evolve to meet the challenges of our ever-changing industry. With over five decades of alumni working in every facet of the entertainment industry, our rigorous instruction coupled with unwavering support has prepared our graduates to be employed on Broadway and throughout the world as performers and artistic leaders.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the discipline through teaching, coaching of performances, masterclasses, and other related departmental and professional activities. They will serve as an integral member of the Musical Theatre Department, combining high-level instruction and thought leadership towards the advancement of pedagogy in accordance with the department’s artistic and academic mission.
CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance its current offerings with candidates who have research or performance interests in a related field reflective of the future job market. This could include but is not limited to areas such as community engagement, entrepreneurship, leadership, technology, pedagogy, or diverse repertoire.
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR H-1B OR PERM SPONSORSHIP.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks an experienced educator of voice for a full-time Educator position, intended to begin August 15, 2026. Initial appointment is three (3) years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment.
Essential Functions
- Serve as teacher-in-residence for musical theatre voice.
- Teach 1:1 applied voice lessons to first- and second-year musical theatre students in the BFA Musical Theatre program.
- Serve as a vocal coach for Musical Theatre productions and special events.
- Serve as a faculty advisor, mentoring students in their course trajectory and career preparation.
- Adjudicate departmental performance exams.
- Collaborate on season planning and other related projects as assigned by the chair of Musical Theatre.
- Provide artistic leadership and contribute to the long-term vision of vocal training in Musical Theatre and the department at large.
- Recruit and retain students of exceptional promise.
- Maintain regional and national visibility in the field through professional performance and/or teaching.
- Stay connected to industry practice through the pursuit of professional development and creative opportunities in the field.
- Serve the college and university community through activities such as committee membership, academic advising, and mentorship of students.
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Musical Theatre, Voice, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of five (5) academic years of teaching experience that demonstrates expertise in musical theatre vocal styles and complimentary disciplines including classical and/or contemporary-commercial vocal pedagogy. This teaching experience must include a minimum of three (3) academic years of teaching at the university level OR teaching professional performers.
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience performing. This professional experience can, but need not, be contemporaneous to the candidate’s teaching experience.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Application Process
Deadline:
Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit their materials electronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati’s Recruitment site https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position 100517. Applicants should submit a cover letter; current curriculum vitae or resume; a statement on teaching philosophy as it directly relates to your teaching, research, contributions and/or mentoring; two links to video excerpts, the first representing work as a voice teacher, the second representing work as a performing artist. We will not accept physical media.
Finalists for the position will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge and instructional capability by teaching a class of CCM Musical Theatre undergraduate level students.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $72,000 based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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