- Location
- Penn State University Park, United States of America
- Workplace
- Remote, Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- Workday
Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS
Lecturer of Music
Position Type: Full-Time
Appointment: Non-Tenure Line, 9-month
Start Date: Fall 2026
Department: School of Music
College: College of Arts and Architecture
Campus: University Park
Position Summary
The Penn State School of Music invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure line, renewable Lecturer of Music beginning Fall 2026. We seek an inspiring colleague who is committed to creative and inclusive approaches to music performing, teaching, and learning. The successful candidate will possess knowledge of advanced music theory and popular music teaching techniques and instruments. The candidate will join a collaborative team of studio faculty, contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction for music majors, minors, and non-majors, and enjoy shared responsibility for developing curricula. The position is designed for a colleague who values student-centered teaching, a high level of personal musicianship, and multiple musical and pedagogical perspectives. The successful candidate will have ideas for cultivating a vibrant, diverse musical population in our School. This position will reflect a varied and diverse full load of teaching assignment based on the applicant’s strengths.
Required Qualifications
- Master of Music in Theory, Education, Performance (or closely related field)
- Demonstrated effectiveness as a performer and teacher in multiple, diverse musical styles
- Ability to make a substantial pedagogical contribution to the School of Music in terms of shaping and integrating new curriculum into existing areas of strength
- Ability to work effectively with learners from varied backgrounds and to collaborate within a diverse academic and artistic community.
- Engagement with community, professional, or outreach activities
- Experience teaching diverse student populations in inclusive learning environments.
- Collegiate teaching experience.
Application Instructions
Please submit the following as a single PDF:
1. Cover Letter (2 pages maximum): Describe your interest in this position and provide specific examples that align with the required/preferred qualifications. Briefly outline your teaching philosophy in applied bassoon and how you support student success.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3.. Names and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
