Lecturer (Applied Violin)

Washburn University • Topeka, KS

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About The Position

Washburn University’s Department of Music invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure-track Lecturer of Applied Violin position beginning August 1, 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.

The lecturer will teach violin and viola, along with additional music courses as departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications warrant. Teaching responsibilities are 12 hours per semester, in person or online according to departmental needs, or an equivalent full workload as outlined in the faculty handbook. The position also involves recruiting and retaining music students, maintaining a public profile as a performer and teacher, advising the Fetter String Quartet, and carrying out service in the department, university, and profession. Additional related duties may be assigned.

The position is based at Washburn University, a teaching-focused, student-centered public institution in Topeka, Kansas. The position requires a doctorate in violin performance; ABD applicants may be considered if they complete the doctorate by August 1, 2028. Official educational transcripts are required at the time of hire.

Requirements

• Doctorate in violin performance; ABD applicants may be considered if they complete the doctorate by August 1, 2028.
• Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
• Official educational transcripts required at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Professional performance experience in chamber and symphonic repertoire.
• Experience teaching and recruiting students at the university level.
• Experience teaching applied viola.
• Experience teaching and working with youth string programs.
• Experience teaching string students in public school music programs.
• Experience coaching or leading string ensembles at the university or professional level.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 hours per semester, in person or online according to departmental needs, or an equivalent full workload as outlined in the faculty handbook.
• Teach violin and viola, as well as additional music courses as needed by the department and aligned with the candidate’s qualifications.
• Participate actively in recruiting and retaining music students.
• Maintain a public profile as a performer and teacher.
• Serve as faculty advisor for the Fetter String Quartet.
• Engage in service activities in the department, university, and profession.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree