Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Voice at InsideHigherEd

Baylor University seeks an  Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Voice to begin August, 2026. Details for this position can be found at https://apply.interfolio.com/173049.  

Position Description:

The School of Music at Baylor University seeks an engaging and collaborative educator who can excel at teaching undergraduate and graduate voice students. This full-time, tenure-track appointment will begin August 2026.

About the Vocal Studies Division:

The Vocal Studies Division at Baylor University’s School of Music offers exceptional training for aspiring performers, educators, and church musicians, combining individualized instruction with a vibrant performance culture. Students work closely with dedicated faculty who are active performers and respected pedagogues, benefiting from a supportive and collaborative community. With frequent opportunities to perform in opera, choral, and concert settings, students gain the skills, artistry, and professionalism needed for varied and thriving careers. Baylor’s commitment to excellence attracts talented performers and teachers from across the country and around the world.

About the Baylor School of Music:

At the Baylor School of Music, faith and artistry meet purpose. Our faculty guide exceptional students through a rigorous, musically rich education, where every performance, composition, and collaboration reflects excellence and depth. From captivating performers to musical scholars to contemporary innovators, Baylor shapes versatile artists and educators who thrive creatively and professionally.

What sets Baylor apart?

• A vibrant community of 300 students from all 50 states and around the globe.
• Award-winning ensembles that have performed at every major national conference in the United States, and many of the world’s most prestigious venues.
• Our Emmy-nominated television concert event, A Baylor Christmas, reaches 150,000 households during the holidays.
• Over 300 live performances annually, giving students real-world experiences that prepare them for professional careers.
• Global opportunities through study abroad and mission trips—from Kenya to Japan to Brazil.
• Winners of Semper Pro Musica, our signature student competition, perform at Carnegie Hall.

Joining Baylor means becoming part of a legacy that combines rigorous artistry with a deep sense of purpose. Here, students and faculty together prepare a new generation of musicians and scholars to lead, serve, and inspire. To learn more about Baylor University School of Music visit here.

Appointment Date:   August 2026

Responsibilities:       

• Teach applied voice at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Teach allied courses such as Song Literature, Diction, Vocal Pedagogy, or other subjects as assigned
• Maintain an active performance profile on and off campus
• Participate actively in Vocal Studies recruiting efforts and auditions
• Participate in School of Music and University service as appropriate
• Engage in significant professional and creative activities and/or research within the discipline, and contribute to the intellectual life and mission of Baylor University and the School of Music

Rank and Salary:

• Full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor
• Rank and salary competitive and commensurate with experience

Qualifications:

• Master of Music degree required; Doctorate or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Experience as a studio voice teacher at the collegiate level is required.
• Record of distinguished vocal performance on a national and/or international level is required.
• All School of Music faculty are expected to demonstrate commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for our students.

Application Instructions:

Applicants shall submit the following materials:

• Signed letter of application/cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae (include student achievements)
• Unofficial transcript of highest academic degree earned
• Link to a 30-minute video of voice teaching, ideally with a college-aged student, including vocalizing and repertoire work Links to recent performance videos featuring a variety of repertoire and totaling about 20 minutes in length
• Complete contact information (address, phone, and email) for three professional references – please note that three recommendation letters may later be requested from candidates who advance to the video interview phase.
• Applicants will also complete the Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio.

Active review of applications will begin on October 6, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Nothing received after December 31, 2025 can be considered. Preference may be given to those who apply by October 6. Following initial review, applicants who advance in the search process may be asked to send additional materials.

Please direct inquires to:     

Dr. Kimberly Monzón
Associate Professor of Voice
Chair of the Vocal Studies Search Committee
[email protected]

With a main campus located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.  

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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