Assistant Professor, Voice

School of Music
College of the Arts
Assistant Professor
Fall 2027

The School of Music at California State University Fullerton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Voice with an appointment beginningFall 2027.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws California State University Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

In addition California State University Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation collaboration and professional growth. The university values teaching research and service creating an environment where students staff and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education the nations leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45000 and a faculty and staff population of 4000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence career success and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the universitys mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Position
CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms labs studios and individually mentored projects. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate voice students; additional courses may include: vocal pedagogy vocal workshops diction song and opera literature; share in departmental responsibilities including student advisement recruitment activities auditions and juries and committee service; and continue scholarship and/or creative development at a regional/ national/ international level. Must have a strong commitment to excellence and a record of successful voice teaching. It is expected that the successful candidate will be an active performer and remain active in the professional field while teaching in the college environment and/or continue a record of scholarship through peer-reviewed publications master classes and lectures.

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree in music or MM with commensurate experience.
College-level teaching experience.
Proven record of voice teaching.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and colleagues including marginalized social groups.

Preferred Qualifications

Mezzo-soprano Baritone or Bass.
Proven artistry as a performer.
Demonstrated ability to attract and recruit outstanding undergraduate and graduate students.

Application
A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply please visit choose full-time faculty search for the position #562355 and provide the following required materials:

• Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• Research and/or creative activities statement
• Teaching statement
• Link to recent solo performance(s) approximately 15-20 minutes please do not send individual files
• Unofficial transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities/conservatories
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words):
  • Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity equity and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. Its a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al. 2005).
  • With the Inclusive Excellence Statement we aim to learn about the applicants perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidates professional experience intellectual commitments and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students including but not limited to those of diverse ages abilities cultures ethnicities gender identities languages religions and sexual orientations.
  • Cal State Fullertonserves a student body that reflects the rich cultural ethnic and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you as a faculty member will support our students in one or more of the following areas which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding experience and commitment and future plans.
    1. Your contributions (past present or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
    2. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
    3. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
    4. Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities
• List of three references with relevant contact information
• Finalistsmust submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal.
• Semifinalists and/or finalists may be asked to submit additional materials for further consideration (e.g. scholarly articles portfolio etc.).

Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Joni Prado Vocal Area Coordinator and Search Committee Chair ator call

Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration all application materials must be received by December 15 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 2027.

The College and Department
The Cal State FullertonCollege of the Artsis an essential part of the creative fabric of Southern California proudly serving as both an academic and cultural resource for our region. We are a living laboratory for the arts where success is measured in lines of dialogue phrases of choreography sheets of music and slabs of clay. As a vibrant community of dedicated artists and educators we work collaboratively to push boundaries in the arts and prepare students to be the next leaders and innovators in their field. Graduates of the College of the Arts contribute to the vitality of the arts nationally and globally and can be found throughout the thriving art and entertainment industries. Each year we host more than 40000 visitors who come to experience the exhibitions concerts masterclasses visiting artist lectures and performances we present.

Since 1960 the Cal State FullertonSchool of Musichas fostered an educational and artistic environment where student achievement and artistic expression thrive. Home to a passionate and esteemed faculty who are respected scholars teachers and performers; the CSUF School of Music is a place of collaboration and growth for the diverse dedicated and talented students who call it home. Students are the heart of the CSUF School of Music.

Offering a rigorous relevant and comprehensive curriculum graduates of the School of Music find success in all facets of the music profession. Alumni are renowned performers and composers impactful educators and respected scholars.

Compensation
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6221 to $13224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6884 to $7022 per month.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and addition the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work ( research grants moving expenses startup funds and a reduced teaching load may be available.

CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse domestic partner and dependent feewaiver; access to campus childcare; and a definedbenefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits please visit employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1 2017 are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.

Additional Information
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

International Candidates
California State University Fullerton is not currently sponsoring anynewH-1B petitions for staff management or faculty positions. For tenure-track faculty positions California State University Fullerton is currentlynotsponsoring H-1B applicants subject to the $100000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. Individuals in the U.S. who hold a valid lawful non-immigrant status visa can have a petition filed on their behalf to change their status to H-1B without being subjected to the fee. For example the fee does not apply to an H-1B petition filed by an individual presently in the U.S. who is an F-1 J-1 or O-1 status holder.

CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who selfdisclose.

Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.