Duke University, Music Department
finished (2024/09/04, finished 2025/05/24)*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
- Teaching: Primary teaching responsibilities include individual applied voice lessons, group classes, and vocal diction. The candidate will oversee the voice area and contribute to our Opera Theater program.
- Voice Area Leadership: As the sole full-time Professor of the Practice in Voice, the candidate will be expected to cultivate a positive and collaborative environment within the voice area. Responsibilities include evaluating and enhancing the voice program, fostering communication among faculty and students, and creating opportunities for student growth and development.
- Collaborative Engagement: The role involves coordinating and participating in the combined studio class, organizing and hosting voice area masterclasses, scheduling auditions and juries, and managing the departmental listserv for voice students. The candidate will also oversee student recitals and staff accompanists.
- Service and Governance: The candidate will be expected to participate actively in department performances, faculty recitals, and collaborations. Additional responsibilities include attending faculty meetings, serving on departmental and university committees, and supporting colleagues by attending performances, lectures, and recruitment events.
- A DMA or equivalent is required.
- A demonstrated record of artistic excellence in concert and/or opera performance.
- A commitment to cross-disciplinary initiatives and the ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
- Cover letter (with contact information)
- Curriculum Vitae
- 4-5 links to solo and collaborative recordings of performances
- One-page statement describing your teaching philosophy
- Contact information for 4 references (letters will be requested directly for finalists)
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Four to five links to solo and collaborative recordings of performances
- Four references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses )
Further Info:
105 Biddle Music Building
Box 90665
Durham, NC 27708