Associate Professor, Violin

Lynn University Conservatory of Music seeks a full-time Associate Professor of Violin to train undergraduate and graduate performance majors for professional careers in music.

About the role

An accomplished artist-teacher dedicated to the artistic and academic development of violin performance majors.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate violin performance majors through weekly private lessons.
• Teach and lead weekly violin studio class.
• Coach chamber music ensembles.
• Prepare students for recitals, mock auditions, juries, competitions, graduate school auditions, and professional orchestra auditions.
• Recruit outstanding violin students through auditions, outreach, masterclasses, and other recruitment activities.
• Participate in admissions by reviewing applications, evaluating auditions, and interviewing prospective students.
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, grades, jury evaluations, and progress reports.
• Respond promptly to student questions and concerns.
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, auditions, performances, commencement, and other university and Conservatory events.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the mission and artistic excellence of the Conservatory.
• Maintain an active professional profile that enhances the reputation of the Conservatory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Violin Performance; equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Successful experience teaching violin at the collegiate, pre-professional, or equivalent level preferred.
• International or national performing career preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated record of excellence as a performing violinist.
• Strong commitment to student mentorship and artistic development.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Proficiency with instructional technology, including learning management systems (such as Canvas), Microsoft Office, and virtual teaching platforms.
• Appreciation for diverse learning styles and the ability to adapt instructional methods to meet student needs.
• Demonstrated success preparing students for professional orchestra auditions, competitions, and graduate study.
• Experience recruiting highly talented students.
• Experience coaching chamber music.
• Experience working in a highly selective conservatory or equivalent professional training environment.
• Established professional network within the classical music community.