AddressPosition Overview
The School of Music at The Ohio State University seeks to hire a 9-month full-time Lecturer of Voice starting August 15, 2024. This appointment is for one year with possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding.
The School of Music is seeking candidates with a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse body of students at both the undergraduate and graduate level and seeks a collaborative colleague with exemplary communication skills, and the ability to contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the University.
The successful candidate will play an important role in enriching the student experience of Voice studies at Ohio State through providing teaching and mentorship to students as they pursue a diverse range of academic and professional goals.
In addition to classical singing contexts, candidates should demonstrate performing and teaching expertise within contemporary, commercial, and amplified musical settings which could include popular music, musical theatre, crossover, and jazz. The department values diversity and it is committed to building a culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive intellectual community.
Performance Objectives
- Effectively teach Applied Voice in both contemporary and classical contexts.
- Participate in School of Music service activities, attracting and retaining voice students, and faculty governance.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate voice majors, and provide an emphasis on vocal health.
- Additional teaching responsibilities may include Class Voice, Voice Pedagogy, or other duties according to the needs of the school, and the abilities and interests of the candidate. Applied Jazz Voice and Applied Voice for Musical Theatre are possible future offerings.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: Master of Music required. Demonstrated evidence of successful teaching in higher education, and a record of professional performance experience.
Desired: Doctor of Musical Arts preferred. A candidate with a low voice performance disposition is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community in line with Ohio State’s Shared Values.
How to Apply
A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and links to unedited video recordings of live performances. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to four documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:
- Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
- CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your performance and teaching experience.
- Links to online digital recordings of live performances within the past four years contained in a Word or PDF document.
Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Michael Ibrahim at Ibrahim.359@osu.edu
The College
With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.
Department Information
The School of Music, housed in the new Timashev Family Music Building, is home to a faculty of nationally and internationally recognized performing artists, composers, scholars, and master teachers who are specialists in their fields. The faculty serves a student body of approximately 300 undergraduate and 90 graduate music majors, as well as hundreds of non-music majors who are pursuing music minors, taking classes, or participating in one of the many performance ensembles. The School of Music values interdisciplinary creative and scholarly work, curricular innovation, and public engagement.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
