Music Director | University of Kansas Job at University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS

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  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS

Job Description

Position Overview
The University of Kansas Department of Theatre and Dance seeks a full-time Music Director/Accompanist to serve as both an instructor and musical director for departmental productions. This is a full-time, nine-month academic year position with an initial three-year term. The position includes responsibilities related to teaching, musical direction for University Theatre productions, and service within the Department and University.

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive educational environment for all students, faculty, and staff. KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
Job Description
Musical Direction and Academic Program Associate (40%)
  • Serve as Musical Director for University Theatre productions.
  • Arrange for or provide live musical accompaniment for Theatre and Dance (THR & DANC) classes, auditions, rehearsals, and special events.
  • Coach student singers and provide instructional training in rehearsals and performances.
  • Select, coach, and provide training for accompanists and pit musicians as needed.
Teaching (20%)
  • Teach one organized section per semester, such as THR 210/310 Musical Performance for the Actor.
Service (20%)
  • Serve the Department, College, University, and the profession of Theatre & Dance through activities such as curriculum development, recruitment support, and committee participation.
Research (20%)
  • Sustain an active and productive creative research program in the field of musical theatre, which may include composing or performing live music for stage, screen, radio, or recorded media. This may involve solo work or collaborations with others in creative projects.
Required Qualifications
  1. Terminal degree (MFA, Master's of Music, PhD, DMA) in Music, Theatre, or a related field, OR a Bachelor's Degree, OR three years of professional experience in the performing arts.
  2. Formal or special study in piano, demonstrating technical and artistic skills in music theory, composition, sight reading, arranging, and/or improvisation.
  3. Professional experience as a Musical Director and/or Accompanist.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Two or more years of experience serving as a Musical Director and/or accompanist in a university and Professional setting.
  2. Experience teaching musical theatre performance at an accredited university.
  3. Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative and culturally diverse campus environment.
  4. Excellent sight reading
Contact Information to Applicants

Markus Potter
markuspotter@ku.edu


Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application includes:
Cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 professional references.

Review of applications will begin on January 28, 2025 and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Application Review Begins
28-Jan-2025
Anticipated Start Date
18-Aug-2025
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE
1.0
Reg/Temp
Regular
Employee Class
F-Faculty
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Job Tags

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