Assistant Teaching Professor: Performance/Piano, Setnor School of Music

Assistant Teaching Professor(Non-Tenure-Track) SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY, Setnor School of Music: Performance/Piano

The Setnor School of Music in the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor - Piano, to begin Fall 2027. This is a full-time, 8.5-month, non-tenure track appointment, with an initial three-year term and the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will be an accomplished artist who is dedicated to teaching applied piano and related courses. We seek an individual whose work exhibits vitality, ingenuity, and leadership.

An earned doctorate (DMA or PhD) in piano or a closely related field is required by the start of the appointment; exceptional ABD candidates nearing completion may be considered. The chosen candidate will be expected to serve on various university, college, and school committees, participate actively in student recruitment, and perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syracuse.edu, www.vpa.syracuse.edu.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by a union, SEIU Local 200 United.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in piano.
• Record of artistic excellence as a performer.
• Significant experience in studio teaching.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Ability to utilize and implement new pedagogies and classroom strategies to advance comprehensive learning opportunities with a commitment to 21st-Century piano pedagogy.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting
• strong communication and interpersonal skills that contribute to a respectful work environment.
• Ability to develop strategies in defining and supporting the future direction of the keyboard program and the School of Music.
• Organizational and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to working collegially.

The school is particularly interested in candidates who have communication abilities and cross-cultural competencies to maximize their effectiveness with many different groups of students, colleagues, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied piano lessons to graduate and undergraduate students.
• Teach piano skills, piano literature classes, and keyboard pedagogy classes.
• Other teaching within candidate's area of expertise as assigned by the Director.
• Serve on committees in the School, College, and University.
• Recruitment, program development, community outreach.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach the following:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Portfolio Website URL (applicants can upload their link to video recordings of conducted performance and rehearsal, as well as recordings of playing their instrument, here)
• Name and contact information for a minimum of four (4) references.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but priority consideration given to candidates who apply by November 30, 2026.