Lecturer in Collaborative Piano

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Penn State School of Music invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term, renewable Lecturer in Collaborative Piano, beginning Fall 2026. We seek a skilled and versatile collaborative pianist who brings experience in vocal coaching, operatic and instrumental repertoire, and ensemble work across a comprehensive School of Music. The successful candidate will provide collaborative piano services across voice and instrumental studios, contribute to curriculum and ensemble activities, and serve as a collegial partner to piano, voice, and instrumental faculty. This is a position designed for a musician who brings technical excellence, broad stylistic versatility, and a genuine commitment to student development.

Requirements

• Master of Music in Collaborative Piano (or closely related field).
• Minimum two years of experience as a vocal coach and/or collaborative piano lecturer at the university level.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a collaborative pianist working with vocalists and instrumentalists.
• Experience as music director or conductor for operatic or musical theatre productions.
• Proficiency in languages relevant to vocal diction (e.g., Italian, German, French).
• Demonstrated success supporting student success in auditions, recitals, and degree requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with students from varied backgrounds and to collaborate within a diverse academic and artistic community.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree in Music (DMA or equivalent) preferred.
• Collegiate teaching experience beyond collaborative piano coaching, such as diction, literature, or keyboard skills courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide collaborative piano services for voice and instrumental studios, including coaching sessions, studio classes, recitals, juries, and auditions.
• Administrate collaborative piano services and manage scheduling of accompanist needs across the School.
• Teach courses at the undergraduate level based on School and curricular needs.
• Serve as repetiteur or music director for Opera Workshop productions, supporting repertoire in collaboration with voice faculty.
• Collaborate actively with piano, voice, and instrumental faculty to support student performance outcomes.
• Teach or assist with diction courses or coaching sessions drawing on proficiency in languages for singers.
• Participate in auditions, recruitment events, and outreach activities that support the School of Music.
• Maintain a collaborative culture within and across performance areas.
• Serve on School committees and contribute appropriate service to the School, College, and profession.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees