Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre (Musical Direction)
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Job Location:
Greensboro, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
The School of Theatre at UNC Greensboro strongly encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 1 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Responsibilities include: Teaching courses in musical theatre performance for BFA Students. (Coursework may include classes in audition technique musicianship and others depending on experience.) Musical Direction of departmental musicals and accompanying of shows and/or classes as needed. Supervising advising and instructing the MFA Musical Director Candidate currently one candidate every two years. Advising students assisting in student recruitment and serving on departmental college and university committees.
Minimum Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with strong skills in collaboration and communication as well as professional networks to help bridge classroom experiences and the profession. Applicants should have special expertise in musical theatre as a musical director. MM MFA in Music Musical Theatre or Theatre or equivalent professional experience. Professional experience as a musical director. Excellent piano skills. Experience in vocal editing mixing and production to include recording tracks. Experience with inclusive teaching strategies (identity-conscious and culturally responsive) at the undergraduate/graduate levels.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience as a musical director on Broadway off-Broadway or touring productions. University-level teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to teach and collaborate with empathy and respect for colleagues and students from varied backgrounds and experiences. Experience incorporating diverse perspectives to broaden and reframe the curriculum in musical theatre performance.
Work Environment
Inside - F Outside - F
The School of Theatre at UNC Greensboro strongly encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 1 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Responsibilities include: Teaching courses in musical theatre performance for BFA Students. (Coursework may include classes in audition technique musicianship and others depending on experience.) Musical Direction of departmental musicals and accompanying of shows and/or classes as needed. Supervising advising and instructing the MFA Musical Director Candidate currently one candidate every two years. Advising students assisting in student recruitment and serving on departmental college and university committees.
Minimum Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with strong skills in collaboration and communication as well as professional networks to help bridge classroom experiences and the profession. Applicants should have special expertise in musical theatre as a musical director. MM MFA in Music Musical Theatre or Theatre or equivalent professional experience. Professional experience as a musical director. Excellent piano skills. Experience in vocal editing mixing and production to include recording tracks. Experience with inclusive teaching strategies (identity-conscious and culturally responsive) at the undergraduate/graduate levels.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience as a musical director on Broadway off-Broadway or touring productions. University-level teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to teach and collaborate with empathy and respect for colleagues and students from varied backgrounds and experiences. Experience incorporating diverse perspectives to broaden and reframe the curriculum in musical theatre performance.
Work Environment
Inside - F Outside - F
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
Learn about UNC Greensboro’s award-winning academic degree programs, student life, hands-on research opportunities for freshman and upperclassmen, and the city of Greensboro.
