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Posted: 29-Apr-25
Location: Fredonia, New York
Type: Full-time
Salary: $50,063 - $53,000
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Internal Number: 187700
The State University of New York at Fredonia invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Jazz Studies. This position requires demonstrated excellence in jazz performance, pedagogy, and scholarship, with the ability to inspire and mentor students across a range of musical styles. Core responsibilities include designing and teaching undergraduate courses in jazz history, jazz theory, improvisation, jazz composition, and arranging. The successful candidate will also teach applied lessons in jazz and improvisation, direct jazz combos and/or large ensembles, and lead jazz recital seminars.
Additionally, the successful candidate will participate in the Fredonia Jazz Faculty Collective?a collaborative faculty ensemble that rehearses regularly, performs on campus and in the region, and engages in recruitment initiatives. This role also includes active involvement in student recruitment and outreach, including participation in Fredonia Day of Jazz, as well as providing service to the department, School of Music, and university through committee work and other initiatives.
Versatility is essential, as the ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach across multiple jazz disciplines, collaborate effectively within the jazz faculty, and support student growth across diverse degree programs.
This full-time, non-tenure-track position begins on August 21, 2025, and offers a competitive salary and benefits, including participation in retirement plans. The starting salary range is $50,063 to $53,000. Evening and weekend work may 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 careers and enhance the quality of their personal lives, 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 Chair of the Department of Music Studies, the successful candidate will:
- Design and teach undergraduate courses in jazz history, jazz theory, improvisation, jazz composition, and arranging
- Teach applied lessons in jazz and improvisation to undergraduate students;
- Lead jazz recital seminars;
- Direct jazz small groups (combos) and/or large ensembles
- Participate in the Fredonia Jazz Faculty Collective, contributing compositions and arrangements, rehearsing regularly, and performing on campus and in the region;
- Engage in recruitment and outreach initiatives, including Fredonia Day of Jazz;
- Participate in committees and provide service to the department, School of Music, university, and profession;
- Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.
This is a full-time, temporary, Lecturer position beginning Fall 2025.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in jazz studies or a related field;
- Demonstrated excellence as a jazz performer, with a strong record of professional experience in jazz improvisation, composition, or arranging;
- Experience teaching jazz at the collegiate level or equivalent professional experience;
- Demonstrated expertise in jazz history, theory, improvisation, composition, and arranging;
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in jazz education;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in jazz studies or a related field (or Master's degree with commensurate professional experience);
- Active engagement as a performer in professional jazz settings, with a record of creative activity and/or scholarship demonstrating ongoing contributions to the field;
- Experience mentoring students in independent creative activities and professional development;
- Experience teaching students across multiple degree programs, including music education, performance, and sound recording technology.
