Assistant Professor in Choral Conducting

Providence College

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • $66,000–$76,000 Per Year

Highlights

Duties include directing one choir and teaching two music courses, including but not limited to general music courses (e.g., music appreciation, theory), choral methods, conducting, and other courses depending upon the candidate's interests and experiences per semester for a total of three courses, a 9-credit hour load per semester. Other tasks required of the choral director include preparing the choir to sing at various College events that may include collaborating with other music faculty members, recruitment, attending and grading juries, student advising, and general tasks as needed assigned to faculty members.

Numbers & Facts

LocationProvidence, RI
Salary$66,000–$76,000 Per Year

Description

Assistant Professor in Choral Conducting

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Providence College

Job Type

Ordinary Faculty

Job Number

PC00297

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Music

Opening Date

09/10/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NU

  • Description
  • Benefits

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community- an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College's Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document)

Overview

The Department of Music invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Choral Conducting beginning academic year 2027. Duties include directing one choir and teaching two music courses, including but not limited to general music courses (e.g., music appreciation, theory), choral methods, conducting, and other courses depending upon the candidate's interests and experiences per semester for a total of three courses, a 9-credit hour load per semester. Two concerts are performed each year, fall and spring. Other tasks required of the choral director include preparing the choir to sing at various College events that may include collaborating with other music faculty members, recruitment, attending and grading juries, student advising, and general tasks as needed assigned to faculty members.

Please include in your application the following: 1) a cover letter stating your candidacy for the position, 2) a current curriculum vita, 3) graduate transcripts, 4) repertoire list and links to videos of recent performances from the performers' perspective, and 5) the names and contact information for three references.

Salary: $66,000-$76,000

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Degree requirements: Ph.D., D.M.A., DN, or Ed.D. in Choral Conducting
  • Scholarship requirements: A demonstration of scholarly/creative/artistic work.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong rehearsal and conducting techniques.
  • A strong academic background in music required to teach various types of

courses in keeping with a liberal arts education

  • Experience teaching at institutions of higher education
  • Experience teaching music K-12

Supplemental Information

For additional information please contact Dr. Catherine Gordon, Chair, Music Department, Providence College, Providence, RI, 02918-0001 or email cgordon@providence.edu.

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By continuing with this application, you acknowledge that you have been informed of our participation in E-Verify and have had the opportunity to review these notices.

Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:

  • Promote the health and well-being of you and your family
  • Provide financial security while you are working
  • Build financial resources for retirement
  • Help you balance personal and work responsibilities
  • Provide educational opportunities for you and your family

These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/

Employer Providence College (RI)

Address 1 Cunningham Square

Providence, Rhode Island, 02918-0001

Phone (401) 865-2341

Website www.providence.edu

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