Collaborative Pianist & Vocal Coach, Teaching Professor

Dart Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Music specializing in Collaborative Piano and Vocal Coaching. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic School of Music, engaging with students in a collaborative environment and contributing to various performance activities.

The role requires significant artistic ability, teaching excellence, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. The position will begin in Fall 2026, with applications reviewed starting December 1, 2025.

Qualifications

• Outstanding artistic ability as a collaborative pianist.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience working in young artist programs within existing opera companies.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in vocal/opera literature and diction.
• Serve as vocal coach for School of Music opera productions.
• Participate in student recruitment and outreach activities.

Skills

Expertise in vocal coaching techniques

Comprehensive knowledge of vocal and opera literature

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Mastery of lyric diction in Italian, German, French, and English

Collaborative work ability

Education

Earned doctorate in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Music specializing in Collaborative Piano and Vocal Coaching. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic School of Music, engaging with students in a collaborative environment and contributing to various performance activities.

The role requires significant artistic ability, teaching excellence, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. The position will begin in Fall 2026, with applications reviewed starting December 1, 2025.