Choral Director & Music Education Scholar (Tenure-Track)

Inside Higher Ed; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay and benefits

Diverse and inclusive environment

Job summary

A prestigious liberal arts college is seeking an Assistant Professor of Music to lead choral activities and teach associated courses. This tenure-track role begins in Fall 2026, focusing on a robust choral program and actively engaging with diverse students. Candidates should possess a terminal degree in music, experience in choral conducting, and a commitment to scholarly and creative achievements. The position offers a competitive salary range of $67,000 - $70,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree in music or music education or related field (ABD acceptable if conferred before 2026-27).
• Robust background in choral conducting and rehearsal facilitation.
• Experience with choral music teacher education and pre-service music educators.
• Strong teaching experience or potential at the post-secondary level.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly and/or creative productivity, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and conducting experience.
• Interest in K-12 partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the choral program, conduct rehearsals/concerts, and teach vocal technique.
• Support core undergraduate music and choral/general music education courses.
• Advise and mentor music and music education students.
• Demonstrate potential for scholarly and/or creative achievement.

Skills

Choral conducting

Vocal technique

Teaching experience

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Terminal degree in music or music education (Ph.D. or DMA)

Job description

A prestigious liberal arts college is seeking an Assistant Professor of Music to lead choral activities and teach associated courses. This tenure-track role begins in Fall 2026, focusing on a robust choral program and actively engaging with diverse students. Candidates should possess a terminal degree in music, experience in choral conducting, and a commitment to scholarly and creative achievements. The position offers a competitive salary range of $67,000 - $70,000, along with comprehensive benefits.