Position Details: Randolph-Macon College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position of Assistant Professor and Director of Choral Activities in the Department of Arts to begin September 1, 2027.
Institution Information: Randolph-Macon College is a nationally-recognized residential institution of about 1800 students located in Ashland, Virginia, just north of Richmond. Founded in 1830, the college offers a broad range of academic programs, including a graduate program in PA studies. The RMC curriculum, grounded in a liberal arts core, fosters intellectual growth and personal development, with a steadfast focus on helping students find and navigate pathways through college and to successful outcomes. With a commitment to inclusivity and hands-on learning, Randolph-Macon College provides an extraordinary educational experience – enhanced by exceptional athletic and extracurricular activities and supportive alumni – and prepares graduates for success in their chosen fields and in their lives.
The Music Program in the Department of Arts at Randolph-Macon College offers all students the hands-on opportunity to explore the creative process of music, to form an understanding of the relationship between art and society, and to develop personal musicality through participation in ensembles, applied study, coursework in music history and music theory, technological applications, music industry coursework, research, internships, and pedagogy coursework.
Major/Essential Functions: Randolph-Macon College faculty teach, advise, conduct research and engage in scholarship, and serve the college and department. Primary teaching responsibilities will include recruiting for and leading two choral ensembles (Concert Choir and Chamber Singers), teaching choral conducting, as well as teaching and developing courses to support the Department’s music major/minor, its music education program, and contributions to general education.
Minimum Qualifications:
- DMA in Choral Conducting or PhD/DME in Choral Music Education (or a related field) to be completed at time of appointment, September 1, 2027;
- Prior experience leading choral ensembles at the collegiate or secondary levels;
- Evidence of engagement with varied choral repertoire;
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching;
- Evidence of a commitment to undergraduate teaching and student engagement;
- Prior experience teaching choral musicians of varying levels of expertise; and
- Experience working with students and a demonstrated commitment to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their maximum potential.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Evidence of effective strategies for recruiting a broad spectrum of choral singers
- Experience and training in vocal pedagogy
- Experience and training in music education
- Experience teaching conducting
- Evidence of professional activity in the candidate’s specialty (i.e., a record of publication, presentation, and/or performance)
- Experience in one or more of the following musical fields: theory, composition, technology, musical theater, music education
- Evidence of a commitment to student engagement
- Engagement in professional organizations
Application Procedures: Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/4wZoMml to include uploading the following as a single pdf addressed to Sabrina Granderson, Administrative Services Coordinator, no later than October 1, 2026.
The documents that must be uploaded include the following:
- Letter of application that addresses the position qualifications
- Curriculum vitae
- Selected repertoire list
- A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy
- A brief (one page) statement of professional activity and goals (research and/or performance)
- A brief (one page) statement describing inclusive teaching practices you employ and how you actively support students across a broad range of experiences, interests, and perspectives.
- Transcripts (unofficial and scanned copies are acceptable); and
- The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.
For full consideration, applications must be received by October 1, 2026. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; semi-finalists may be asked to submit video recordings of their conducting in performance and rehearsal.
Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee .
Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.
Randolph-Macon College is unable to offer new Visa sponsorship for this position.
