Non-Tenure Track Lecturer in Jazz

UMass Amherst•Amherst, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Music and Dance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an accomplished instrumentalist in trumpet, trombone, drums, or guitar for a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer in Jazz position. This is a nine-month appointment with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. The initial appointment is for two years; reappointments during the first four years are at the Dean’s discretion and depend on satisfactory performance and funding availability. The lecturer will teach undergraduate and graduate applied lessons, courses in theory and improvisation, jazz arranging, and beginner jazz piano. The role also includes leading a weekly jazz ensemble and applied studio class, coordinating combos and juries, contributing to recruitment and auditions, performing with faculty, and participating in departmental, college, and university service. The candidate is expected to maintain a documented record as a performer and arranger for small and large ensembles. The position is primarily performed in an indoor university environment. It is a 100% full-time-equivalency academic-year appointment with full benefits. The expected salary range is $65,550–$85,275, commensurate with experience and other relevant factors. The position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Jazz Studies.
Experience teaching Jazz and African American Music, as well as arranging, improvisation, big band, and combo at the collegiate level.
Demonstrated record of successful collaboration and community engagement.
Fundamental knowledge of jazz piano.
Accomplished instrumentalist in trumpet, trombone, drums, or guitar.

Nice To Haves

DMA.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate applied lessons and courses in theory, improvisation, jazz arranging, and beginner jazz piano.
Lead a weekly jazz ensemble and applied studio class.
Serve as combo and jury coordinator.
Participate in recruiting activities, including visiting secondary schools, offering workshops, participating in summer programs, and adjudicating.
Participate in the student audition process.
Participate in on-campus faculty performances.
Serve on committees and perform other appropriate departmental, college, and university-related service.
Maintain a documented record as a performer and arranger for small and large ensembles.