Music and Theatre Arts: Assistant Professor with emphasis in Choral Conducting and Music Education

POSITION:

Probationary tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Music, beginning August 17, 2026. The Department of Music and Theatre Arts seeks a dynamic candidate with expertise in choral conducting and music education, who is committed to excellence in teaching, and to recruiting and maintaining an active choral program of undergraduates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Earned doctorate required, with a specialty in choral conducting. ABD applicants considered, but terminal degree must be finished by March 21, 2027. Demonstrated success as a choral conductor, and a minimum of three years of demonstrated success as a choral music teacher in the public schools (middle or high school) is required. Experience teaching choirs at the collegiate level is desired. Commitment to equity and inclusiveness and/or ability to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to campus is desired.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct choral ensembles. Teach Choral Literature and Conducting or Choral Teaching Methods. Observe choral music education student teachers. Coordinate and oversee choir tours, clinics, and festivals, and to oversee and administrate a student-led show choir production. Specific assignment of choirs will be dependent on applicant’s experience and may change, and other courses and responsibilities may be possible according to candidate interest and departmental need. Participate in recruiting and choral area events.

DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Music and Theatre Arts serves approximately 420 majors and minors supported by 31 full-time and 10 part-time faculty. UW-Eau Claire has a large and respected Voice and Choral Area, with five choirs, and strong opera and musical theater programs. The department and its musical programs are highly regarded in the state and region and enrich the Eau Claire community while providing outstanding academic opportunities. Our faculty are well known for the quality of their performances and for their innovative teaching. Academic programs include the BM degree in performance and composition, the BME degree in instrumental and choral music education, and the BA and BS degrees in music and musical theatre. All degree programs are fully accredited by NASM. Applicants are encouraged to peruse the Music and Theatre Arts website.

UNIVERSITY & EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY:

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest, and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal undergraduate education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. Our department has a close partnership with the Pablo Center at the Confluence, where our student ensembles have opportunities to perform

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives . Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:

• Letter of application addressing position qualifications and teaching philosophy
• Curriculum vita
• Video recording of 3 recently conducted choral selections (including both performances and rehearsals)
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate school transcript(s)
• Three current letters of recommendations

Please direct requests for additional information to:

Nicholas Phillips, Department Chair; phillins@uwec.edu

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by October 27, 2025. However, screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

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