Univ of Georgia

The Hugh Hodgson School of Music at the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications for a faculty member at the rank of Academic Professional Associate serving as the UGA Opera Vocal Coach/Music Director beginning in August 2025. The successful applicant will have a record of excellence at the collegiate, national and/or international level as a collaborative pianist, opera coach, and conductor. This is a full-time (9 month), benefits-eligible, non-tenure track appointment, beginning August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities:

* Collaborate with and assist the UGA Director of Opera in all matters including: planning, scheduling, selecting repertoire, serving on the opera casting committee, securing the orchestra, musical preparation, and conducting opera rehearsals/performances.

* Coach individual singers and ensembles on operatic and recital repertoire.

* Play for opera productions/concerts/rehearsals as needed.

* Teach diction classes.

* Participate fully in the activities of the voice area, including but not limited to: attending faculty meetings, adjudicating juries, attending auditions, recruiting, supervision of collaborative piano TA.

* Other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

* Candidates with non-terminal master’s degree must document exceptional accomplishments in their respective field and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.

* Evidence of an established or emerging national profile with a minimum of two years’ professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

* Demonstrated accomplishments in performance as a collaborative pianist.

* Coaching of operatic and vocal repertoire.

* Demonstrated accomplishments as a conductor of operatic repertoire.

* Successful teaching at the university/young artist level.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

* Demonstrated knowledge in both standard and contemporary opera repertory.

* Ability to teach diction at the university/collegiate level.

* Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse student body of graduate and undergraduate students and faculty.

* Professional and collegial collaboration with peers to create and establish of a supportive, positive, and productive rehearsal culture.

* Ability and desire to contribute to a dynamic, holistic music program that prepares students for a music career in the 21st century, including initiating and leading innovative community engagement projects in a region known for its music and arts culture.

Applications submitted by December 31, 2024 will be guaranteed consideration.