The State University of New York at Fredonia is seeking a full-time Lecturer with expertise in Vocal Pedagogy.  In addition to vocal pedagogy, the successful candidate will be prepared to teach applied lessons and recital seminar. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with hundreds of concerts, student recitals, faculty recitals, and guest artist programs every year.  This position is eligible for our generous benefit and retirement plans along with competitive salary compensation.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collegial team of faculty and staff who are committed to expanding the boundaries of music in higher education, by not only innovating within existing contexts but also envisioning and enacting new practices informed by critical dialogue and thoughtful engagement with stakeholders within and beyond the school. Our new colleague will help us navigate the shifting landscape of higher education through their contributions to generating change, taking risks, inventing new opportunities, and exploring new ideas and approaches. This is a full-time, 10-month position, beginning on or before August 20, 2025.  Some evening and weekend work will be required.

Rewards & Benefits:

Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;

Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;

A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Reporting to the Dean of the School of Music, the successful candidate will:                   

• Teach Vocal Pedagogy at undergraduate level.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate studio lessons in Voice;
• Contribute to development and revision of courses and curricula in Voice and Vocal Pedagogy, to reflect diverse and contemporary theory and practice;
• Support student retention and success through academic advising and efforts toward inclusion and belonging;
• Participate in committees and provide service to the performance area, School of Music, university, and profession; 
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies. 

This is a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer position beginning Fall 2025, with a salary range of $50,063 - $53,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline;
• Experience teaching voice and related courses to undergraduate students;
• Demonstrated innovative and creative pedagogical approaches;
• Demonstrated ability and desire to support student needs across multiple School of Music degree programs. (i.e. music performance, Bachelor of Arts programs, music composition, music education, music therapy, sound recording technology);
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and constituents in support of campus and school missions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (or ABD);
• Three years teaching experience at the collegiate level;
• Record of creative activity, research, and/or scholarship demonstrating experience in the field and potential for further productivity;
• Demonstrated excellence in performance.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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