Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Jazz at UMass Amherst | Amherst, NY, US | Rezi

Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Jazz at UMass Amherst

Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Jazz

UMass Amherst · Amherst, NY, US

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Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Jazz

UMass Amherst · Amherst, NY, US

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About the Role

The Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer in Jazz. The successful candidate will be an accomplished instrumentalist in trumpet, trombone, drums, or guitar. This is a full-time, nine-month appointment with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. The initial appointment is for two years, with reappointments contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding.

Responsibilities

  • Teach applied lessons at the undergraduate and graduate level.
  • Teach courses in theory and improvisation, jazz arranging, and beginner jazz piano.
  • Lead weekly jazz ensemble and applied studio class.
  • Serve as combo and jury coordinator.
  • Participate in recruiting activities, including visiting secondary schools, offering workshops, participating in summer programs, and adjudicating.
  • Participate in the student audition process.
  • Participate in on-campus faculty performances.
  • Serve on committees and perform other departmental, college, and university-related service.
  • Maintain a documented record as a performer and arranger for small and large ensembles.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Jazz Studies required.
  • Experience teaching Jazz and African American Music.
  • Experience teaching courses in arranging, improvisation, big band, and combo at the collegiate level.
  • Demonstrated record of successful collaboration and community engagement.
  • Fundamental knowledge of jazz piano.

Skills

  • Trumpet
  • Trombone
  • Drums
  • Guitar
  • Jazz piano

Location

  • Amherst

Work Type

  • Full Time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • Multiple years of faculty experience

Education Level

  • Master’s degree in Jazz Studies
  • DMA preferred

Salary/Compensations

  • $65,550 - $85,275

Benefits

  • Full benefits

About the Company

  • The Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is part of the College of Humanities & Fine Arts.
  • The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university.