The School of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Classical Voice at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2025.

Primary responsibilities include teaching lessons and seminars in applied classical voice. Secondary responsibilities may include teaching courses in diction, song literature, opera history, or other areas based on the candidate’s expertise. Other responsibilities may include academic advising, engagement in scholarly/creative endeavors, student recruitment, and department, college, and university service. Candidates will be engaging teacher-artists with expertise in current vocal pedagogical principles, performance practice, literature, languages, and developments in the field. In addition, the successful applicant will enjoy working in a campus climate that promotes a Christ-centered environment and collegial atmosphere. An earned terminal degree in voice or related field is required; previous teaching at the collegiate level is preferred. ABD candidates considered pending successful completion of terminal degree by job start date.

The School of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at Belmont University is a premier comprehensive music unit consisting of 60 full-time faculty, 75 part-time adjuncts, and a population of over 750 students across 14 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs. The School is nationally recognized for distinctive programs that are committed to high standards of artistic scholarship and performance while championing innovation and stylistic diversity.

As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. For additional information about the position and to complete the online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to complete the online application. 

During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume and one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy.  You will also be asked if you are affiliated with a faith community and if so, what is your involvement and how does it inspire your work. 

Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop diverse leaders of With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more information, visit www.belmont.edu

Review of applications will begin February 28th and continue until the position is filled.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.