Voice Professor & Undergraduate Vocal Studies Lead

University of Northwestern – St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul in St. Paul, Minnesota seeks a faculty member to advance undergraduate instruction in the Department of Music & Theatre, coordinating vocal studies and teaching applied voice and related coursework.

The role includes student advising, supervising senior projects and degree recitals, curriculum design, and contributing to recruitment, program assessment, and faith-based instruction.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in vocal performance, vocal pedagogy, or a closely related music field.
• Demonstrated professional activity in the community.
• Desire to engage in performance and/or scholarship, including integrating faith and profession.
• Maintain a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and support Northwestern's mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate courses integrating faith and learning with syllabi and assessment.
• Provide leadership and coordination for the vocal area, auditions, and scholarships.
• Contribute to curriculum design, course development, and program assessment.
• Advise and mentor students, including internships and experiential learning.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and scholarly activity.
• Collaborate with department leadership to build external partnerships for internships.
• Support recruitment and retention initiatives and participate in committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Flexibility

Background Check

Education

Terminal degree in vocal performance/vocal pedagogy

Job description

University of Northwestern – St. Paul in St. Paul, Minnesota seeks a faculty member to advance undergraduate instruction in the Department of Music & Theatre, coordinating vocal studies and teaching applied voice and related coursework.

The role includes student advising, supervising senior projects and degree recitals, curriculum design, and contributing to recruitment, program assessment, and faith-based instruction.