ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - DIRECTOR OF CHORAL ACTIVITIES

The Ithaca College School of Music announces a full-time, tenure-eligible position in choral conducting (Director of Choral Activities) beginning in August 2022. Primary responsibilities: Conducting major choral ensembles; overseeing and administering the entire choral program and continuing to grow the program’s long reputation of excellence, innovation, and an inclusive curriculum and student experience. Additional responsibilities may include teaching choral conducting and other courses based on the candidate’s specialization and program needs. The School of Music is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its campus community and its curriculum, and candidates who can contribute toward that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and expertise in that regard.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate degree preferred; candidates with a master’s degree and comparable professional performing experience will be considered. The chosen candidate will be expected to serve on various School of Music and College committees, establish ongoing professional activity as a performer and participate actively in student recruitment.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/ and attach a CV/resume that includes contact information for at least five professional references. They should also provide a cover letter highlighting their teaching/performing experience and describing how they see this position aligning with their professional goals and how Ithaca College's mission and vision aligns with their teaching values. In addition, performance materials (video and/or audio links, preferably of live performances) will be solicited from select candidates at later stages of the search. Questions about the online application may be directed to the Office of Human Resources at 607-274-8000. Position specific questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Patrice Pastore, Professor of Music Performance: ppastore@ithaca.edu . Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship may be considered for this position.