"Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Music - Viola"

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Position Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Music - Viola

Location Appleton

Department Conservatory of Music Faculty

Position Type Faculty

Position Description & Qualifications 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Studio teaching of viola and related activities including chamber music coaching, recital preparation, recruiting, performing with the Lawrence Chamber Players and other faculty ensembles, teaching in Lawrence’s flagship First Year Studies program, and the possibility of other teaching responsibilities depending upon candidate’s interests and qualifications. Additional responsibilities include all service related activities associated with a tenure-track position including student advising, participation in committee assignments, and other forms of institutional service. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated excellence in viola teaching and performance in a wide range of styles from baroque to new music to contemporary styles. Must be able to bring our students to the highest levels of artistic and musical mastery in a nurturing, student-centered environment. We are looking for a forward-thinking, collaborative colleague. A background in community collaboration and civic engagement is desirable, as is a familiarity with alternate styles and genres. Some familiarity with improvisation is also a plus. 

Appropriate terminal degree or equivalent experience. A record of successful collegiate teaching and recruiting preferred. Although this is a Conservatory position, strong support of the ideals and goals of a broad liberal arts education is a must.

RANK AND SALARY: 

Tenure-track. Rank and Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

APPLICATIONS: 

Should include cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, a statement on your experience related to addressing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in an academic setting and ways that you would contribute to these efforts at Lawrence, recordings of recent live performances, and academic transcripts. Additionally, provide contact information for two references who may be contacted directly by Lawrence University, and provide any additional material that demonstrates your qualifications for the position. We would like all documents submitted digitally as either Word documents or PDF files, and all video and audio files submitted as links to external sites. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: 

Lawrence University is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals of all backgrounds and to diversifying its faculty and staff. We welcome applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Lawrence by: (1) further diversifying the faculty; and/or (2) demonstrating experience with successful diversity-related initiatives, creative activity or research; and (3) demonstrating interest in developing inclusive pedagogy to address the needs of a diverse student body, particularly as these pedagogies relate to antiracism and decolonizing the curriculum. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC: 

Serving approximately 350 music majors, the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music,

 founded in 1874, is a distinguished undergraduate program offering preparation for professional

 careers in music within the intellectual environment of a liberal arts college. The Conservatory

 has an enviable reputation for producing outstanding musician-scholars, and our robust double

 degree program attracts fine musicians who have strong interests in a multitude of academic

 areas. Lawrence is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and the diversity of

 viewpoints and approaches that the faculty represents. We are seeking applicants who will thrive

in this stimulating musical and academic environment. 

Consideration of candidates will begin September 20th, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted though Lawrence’s online application system. Candidates are encouraged to read more about Lawrence at https://lawrence.peopleadmin.com as well as www.lawrence.edu and Colleges That Change Lives. 

Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Samantha George, Professor of Violin and Search Chair, Samantha.george@lawrence.edu

Brian Pertl, Dean, Lawrence Conservatory of Music pertlb@lawrence.edu. 

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S401P

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Date 

Best Consideration Date 09/20/2023

Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary 

Anticipated Number of Hours per Week 40

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Cover Letter

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