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Clinical Faculty - Theatre - Music Director/Accompanist

University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, United States, 83843

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Posting Number: F001383P Advertising Pay Range: $58,555 or higher commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci. Primary Unit: Theatre Arts Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Clinical Faculty Position Control Number: 0364 Suffix: 00 Contingency Code: Not Applicable Fte: 1 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable

Position Summary This non-tenure track position will begin Fall 2026 with a 3/4 teaching load. The role plays a central part in supporting the department’s production season and teaching mission, overseeing musical elements of assigned productions—including musicals and plays with music—and providing musical instruction and accompaniment for both curricular and production needs.

It will teach assigned courses in music and theatre performance, serve as an accompanist for departmental classes and rehearsals, and collaborate with faculty and staff across the Department of Theatre and the Lionel Hampton School of Music.

Primary Responsibilities

Serve as Music Director and/or Accompanist for productions involving music, including musical productions, plays with music, or devised works

Oversee musical auditions, assess student abilities, and support vocal development

Collaborate closely with directors, choreographers, designers, and faculty to realize the musical vision of departmental productions

Conduct musical rehearsals and provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, auditions, and classroom instruction

Teach courses in vocal performance, musical theatre, and/or musical theory as assigned by the Department Chair

Mentor undergraduate students in musical performance and related areas

Coordinate with the Lionel Hampton School of Music to support interdisciplinary collaboration

Participate in student recruitment, outreach, and other departmental service

Contribute to ongoing creative activity in support of the production season

Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair

Teaching Modality

Must be able to teach in-person on the University of Idaho’s Moscow campus

Familiarity with collaborative teaching and interdisciplinary instruction is preferred

Teaching & Advising: 84% Scholarship & Creative Activity: 0% Outreach & Extension: 5% University Service & Leadership: 11% Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

Required Qualifications

Master of Music in Vocal Conducting or closely related field

Experience as a music director, choral conductor, and piano accompanist

Experience playing piano at the professional level, suitable for rehearsal and performance settings

Experience in musical theatre and understanding of acting and singing principles in a theatrical context

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate and/or professional acting experience

Strong score-reading and interpretation abilities

Proficiency in music theory adequate to teach at the undergraduate level

Effective communication skills in rehearsal and instructional settings

Experience working in interdisciplinary or collaborative performance environments

Posting Date: 10/15/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants

Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Statement of teaching philosophy, particularly in relation to vocal performance training.

Names and phone numbers for three professional references

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/49821

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Education and Training

Industries Higher Education

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