Lecturer - Studio Lessons

The Department of Music seeks candidates for semester-long, potentially renewable lecturer positions to oversee and participate in our studio lesson program. Positions are expected to be available for the fall and/or spring semesters of the 2022-2023 academic year.Dependent on departmental need, responsibilities may include some or all of the following: teaching private lessons on campus to Princeton University students, coordination of lesson programs for the instructional focus, review and evaluation of admission tapes; review, evaluation and placement of students who audition for lessons; meeting prospective students, student advising, and writing letters of recommendation.Other responsibilities may include programming for faculty concerts, presenting master classes, coaching student soloists and ensembles, adjudication of senior recitals and soloist competitions and presentation of studio concerts at the end of the academic year. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to teach in a music course subject to departmental need and approval by the Dean of the Faculty. The lecturer performs their own administrative and clerical support functions.Essential Qualifications: Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in music or equivalent experience. They must also demonstrate knowledge and ability in ensemble direction, studio teaching and repertoire.Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a college or university setting, experience coaching soloists and ensembles, and teaching of master classes in one of the following areas: bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, French horn, guitar (classical and/or contemporary), harp, oboe, percussion (classical), trombone, trumpet, tuba, violin or viola, voice or keyboard.Candidates must submit an application online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/26281, providing a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references.These positions are subject to the University's background check policy.