Assistant/Associate Professor of Opera/Vocal Coaching, College-Conservatory of Music

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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
(CCM) seeks an experienced pianist/vocal coach for a tenure-track
appointment within the highly collaborative Opera Department of the
Division of Theatre Arts, Production and Arts Administration
(TAPAA).

Opera and Voice majors at CCM are predominately graduate
students who have successfully completed competitive auditions for
a place in one of three programs: The Artist Diploma in Opera:
Vocal Performance, Coaching or Directing, the MM in Voice, and the
DMA in Voice. Opera productions are supported by the Department of
Theatre Design and Production, which offers a BFA/MFA in the
following seven areas: Costume Design and Technology, Lighting
Design and Technology, Makeup Design and Technology, Scenic Design,
Sound Design, Stage Management and Technical Production.

The successful candidate is expected to engage in
professional activities, maintaining visibility at the regional,
national and international level. Such activities may include
teaching, professional engagement or creative research. It is
further expected that this position should be the faculty member’s
primary professional responsibility, that they will carry out their
duties in person at CCM and that they will reside within the
greater Cincinnati area.

Rank and salary will be commensurate with credentials.
Anticipated start date: August 2027.

Essential Functions

Faculty Opera Coach

• Provide private vocal coaching to advanced

(graduate-level) students in both operatic and art song literature
as well as supervise or lead the musical preparation of projects
within the Opera Department.

• Duties will be split between individual vocal coaching,

the coaching of opera productions, and teaching related courses
according to the needs of the Department, in addition to mentoring
student pianist/coaches in their work on departmental
productions.

• Working knowledge of lyric diction in the following

languages: English, Italian, French, German. Addition languages
such as Russian. Czech and Spanish are desirable.

• Departmental administrative responsibilities such as

recruitment, attending auditions, and advising may also be part of
an anticipated workload.

• Faculty are required to participate fully in service to

the Department/Division, the College/University and the community.
Weekly department meetings, Committees, Season planning discussions
and other duties as they are assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the
successful candidate must have either:

An advanced degree or Master's degree in music or Artists
Diploma Opera Degree in addition to a minimum of five (5) years of
professional experience. Such experience may include working at an
institution of higher learn, or professional opera
houses.

OR

A Bachelor's degree in music in addition to a minimum of
10 years of professional experience. Such experience may include
post-baccalaureate work experience at an institution of higher
learn, or professional opera houses.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Fluency in a second language.
• Experience conducting at a regional or national level.

Videos to be submitted upon request.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or

environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Please complete an online application and
include:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Teaching Statement/ Teaching Philosophy
• Three (3) references with their contact

information.

All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded
using the Additional Documents section in the application.
Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be
considered for the position.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026 and
continue until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to
support your well-being, financial security, and work-life
balance. (UC
Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE
status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition
Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible
dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and
graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security
(except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension
plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with
UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off
policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off
(Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision,

prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness

programs

• Professional development & mentorship

opportunities

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eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of
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