Instructional Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

Instructional Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

Location: University, MS, US, 38677

Department: Theatre & Film (10000892)

Employee Designation: Regular Full-time (Benefits Eligible)

The Department of Theatre & Film at the University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre to begin August 21, 2025. This full-time position requires an MA, MM, or MFA or equivalent professional experience in music direction. The department is seeking a candidate possessing strong piano skills; an understanding of music theory; and experience conducting and vocal coaching to serve as a Music Director within our mainstage season and Collaborative Pianist in our curriculum. Additional responsibilities will include teaching music theory for musical theatre, advising students in the program both academically as well as with career preparation, identifying members of the orchestra for departmental productions, and performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment and participation in shared governance.

The Department of Theatre & Film is committed to fostering students’ creativity through the development of critical-thinking skills combined with intellectual inquiry. With a focus on academic excellence, creative exploration, and scholarly investigation, our students and faculty learn, evaluate, and exchange their knowledge of theatre and film in an inclusive environment. Students experience a range of perspectives that prepare them for real-world practice in today’s complex world.

Minimum Qualifications

This full-time position requires an MA, MM, or MFA or equivalent professional experience in music direction.

Application Procedures

Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at

AND submit a letter of intent and a Curriculum Vitae. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

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