Assistant or Associate Professor of Music and Director of Maryland Opera Studio
DESCRIPTION
The University of Maryland School of Music invites applications for the position of Director of the Maryland Opera Studio. The successful candidate will conduct at least one full opera production per year; provide vocal coaching for the MOS students; teach classes specific to their areas of expertise; set policies and procedures for MOS in collaboration with other MOS faculty in consultation with colleagues across the School of Music; oversee the MOS curriculum in collaboration with other faculty; choose repertoire for productions, scenes, new readings, concerts in collaboration with faculty of the Voice/Opera Division and the School of Music; collaborate with faculty of the Voice/Opera Division on MOS admissions decisions and recruitment of students; mentor and engage MOS, conducting and collaborative piano students; participate in the activities and governance of the Conducting and Ensembles Division and Voice/Opera Division; foster an environment of collaboration within the School of Music and engage with the campus-wide Arts for All Initiative; collaborate with the Director of the School of Music on MOS budget matters and the hiring of MOS guest artists and adjunct faculty. The Director of MOS must be willing and available to meet these responsibilities on-campus on a regular and ongoing basis.
The successful candidate will maintain an active and visible professional profile; build professional relationships with local, regional, and national artistic institutions; cultivate an inclusive, welcoming, and healthy learning environment for students, faculty, and staff; and actively participate in the culture of service to the School of Music, the College of Arts and Humanities and the University.
Desired Start Date: August 11, 2025
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Annual
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are being accepted at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123245 Screening will begin on NOVEMBER 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, applicants should submit their applications by NOVEMBER 1, 2024. Candidates will be asked to submit (a) cover letter, (b) a CV, (c) links to at least three samples of operatic conducting with orchestra featuring a variety of musical styles with the conductor in view (minimum of 20 minutes of video), (d) a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, (e) names and email addresses of 3 References. Candidates may be asked to send additional materials at a later date.
Application Email/Link: ejobs.umd.edu/postings/123245