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SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY - The Department of Drama, within the College of Visual and Performing Arts, a highly ranked BFA program uniquely integrated with a major regional theater, seeks to hire an assistant teaching professor in the Musical Theater program with expertise in one or more of the following areas: vocal performance, musical theater performance, directing, music

direction. The department is particularly interested in candidates who have communication abilities and cross-cultural competencies to maximize their effectiveness with many different groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

We are looking for collaborative colleagues who will participate in the life of a vibrant department. Selected candidates will teach courses at all levels within the performance curriculum, and may serve as stage director, music director or associate music director for departmental productions. Relevant advanced degree required. This is a three-year position beginning in Fall 2026.

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu, www.vpa.syr.edu.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.

MFA or other relevant masters degree required.

Demonstrated professional experience, teaching, and creative activity.

Extensive knowledge of the Musical Theater repertoire

Demonstrated teaching excellence.

Commitment to the development of a curriculum that responds effectively to the artistic needs of an ever-changing profession, and that prepares an array of students to assume leadership roles.

Ability and willingness to collaborate with faculty in all programs (Acting, Musical Theater, Theater Design and Technology, Stage Management, and students in our B.S. Drama degree) in the ongoing life of a top-quality pre-professional training program.

Teach a variety of courses at all levels (e.g., Musical Theater Performance, Vocal Performance, Music Fundamentals, Musical Theater Audition, History of Musical Theater etc.), as assigned by the Chair and based upon expertise.

Serve as both an academic and creative advisor to students, guiding them in the creation and realization of professional quality work in accordance with current emerging best professional practices.

Participate in service and committee work for Department, College of Visual and Performing Arts, and Syracuse University.

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In addition to completing an online application, for full consideration, submit the following materials online:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but priority consideration given to candidates who apply by June 15, 2026.
For further information contact Professor Rebecca Karpoff, Search Committee Chair (rjkarpof@syr.edu)

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the Universitys 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.