Assistant Professor, Musical Theater, Tenure Track

Job Description: The Theater Arts Program (Department of Visual and Performing Arts) at Arcadia University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Musical Theater to start for the Fall 2026 semester.
For priority consideration please submit materials by February 1 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities will include directing the programs concentration in Musical Theater teaching courses in various aspects of musical theater performance within that concentration (including voice instruction) advising and mentoring undergraduate musical theater students. We will be particularly interested in candidates qualified to serve as vocal coach for private voice lessons for students in the Musical Theater concentration to serve as musical director and accompanist for departmental rehearsals and productions and to teach performance-based acting and musical theater courses. Knowledge of musical theater history and repertoire understanding of current trends in musical theater and strong piano skills will be prioritized for the position. A network of professional contacts in all aspects of musical theater will also be an asset for this position.

Essential Functions: Collaboration and leadership skills a capacity for adapting to and working within the programs existing resources and parameters and a desire to teach within the context of a broad-based liberal arts educational context are essential. The successful candidate will become actively involved in the programs recruitment efforts (which will include travel). The position will also require participation in department university and professional service activities academic advising of undergraduate students and collaboration in various campus outreach and donor relations efforts.

Qualifications: Terminal degree in related discipline with relevant previous teaching and/or professional experience. A record of successful teaching experience at the university level a proven ability to work with others from a variety of cultures and backgrounds and strong industry connections are a plus. Given Arcadia Universitys status as a national leader in global education we welcome applicants with a global perspective on the teaching and practice of musical theater.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should apply online at where they will submit a letter of interest vita and names of at least two professional references. Other materials that demonstrate teaching effectiveness are also welcome.

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadias Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once weve established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the Best in the Northeast for 10 consecutive years. The Universitys graduate programs in Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Education and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadias quality academic programs unique approach to a liberal arts education and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at .

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded values-based learning community which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity national origin ancestry race color religion creed sex gender marital status affectional or sexual orientation age gender identity military or military veteran status disability family medical or genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare generous tuition benefits for employees and their families retirement benefits health and wellness programs and resources and much more.

Position Code: FF108A