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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks an experienced opera director and teacher for a full-time tenure-track appointment, intended to begin August 15, 2027. Rank and salary will be commensurate with credentials. Initial appointment is for three (3) years, after which the faculty member is eligible for reappointment.
CCM’s Opera department is a highly collaborative, multi-dimensional area of the Division of Theatre Arts, Production, and Arts Administration (TAPAA). The department offers Artist Diplomas in Singing, Coaching, and Stage Directing and also collaborates closely with the MM and DMA degrees in Vocal Performance.
The Opera program provides training in the art and craft of opera through one of the most comprehensive programs available anywhere in the world. Productions are supported by the CCM’s Department of Theatre Design and Production, which offers degrees at the BFA and MFA levels in costume design and technology; lighting design and technology; make-up and wig design; sound design and technology; stage design, properties, and scenic art; stage management; and technical production. The program allows students to create world-class performances and develop the skills necessary to move with confidence onto the professional stage.
CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of repertoire. The department is seeking to enhance its current offerings with candidates who have research or performance interests in a related field reflective of the current job market. This could include but is not limited to areas such as community engagement, music entrepreneurship, music leadership, music technology, pedagogy, chamber music, or non-Western/non-classical repertoire.
Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate must have either:
1. A Master’s Degree in Music or an Artist’s Diploma in Music or Opera, in addition to a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience. Such experience must include working at institutions of higher learning or professional opera houses.
OR
2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Music in addition to a minimum of 10 years of professional experience. Such experience must include post-baccalaureate work experience at an institution of higher learning or professional opera houses.
All candidates must demonstrate proficiency in at least one (1) major operatic language, whether French, German, or Italian, and demonstrate the ability to work in the others.
All candidates must demonstrate training in movement and/or stage combat.
Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit their materials electronically by accessing the University of Cincinnati’s Recruitment site https://jobs.uc.edu and searching for position 104382. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a current CV, and a summary page with indicators of teaching experience, their students’ accomplishments (such as competition performance and employment) and/or professional experience, contact information for three professional references, and links to audio/video of current performances and teaching examples. We will not accept CDs or other forms of non-electronic media.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary Information: Assistant Professor, $67,000 - $73,000; Associate Professor, $73,000 - $80,000
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
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