Lecturer

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.

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
• Colegiate teaching experience

Application Instructions

Please submit the following as a single PDF:

• 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.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Roth IRA Retirement Plan
• 75% tuition discount for employees, spouses, and children

Background Checks/Clearances

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Additional Information

• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• 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.
• For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
• For more detailed information on benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.
• For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.
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