School of Music and Dance - Music Lecturer Pool 2026-2027

CSU Careers • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The School of Music and Dance in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their Music part-time lecturer pool. We welcome applications from prospective temporary faculty with expertise or experience in the following areas: Music History, Musicology, Music Theory, Music Composition, Music Education, Music Topics, Class Piano, Class Guitar, Aural Skills, Audio, Music Technology, Ensemble Direction (various), Private Instruction (various), Mariachi Conducting Audio Lecturer Temporary appointments may be either full- or part-time. Appointments from the part-time pool are often made just prior to the start of the academic term, so applicants must be available on very short notice. The Fall term begins mid-August and end late-December; the Spring term begins mid-January and ends mid-May. Opportunities for teaching during the Summer Sessions may also be available. Initial appointments are typically one semester or one academic year, to be renewed contingent on satisfactory evaluations and continuing availability of work. Applications will remain in our applicant pool during the academic year you apply.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in music or dance and/or commensurate professional experience (terminal degree preferred)
• University teaching experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Demonstrated currency in subject matter
• Professional activity in the field
• Audio lecturer applicants should: have extensive professional experience in audio engineering, live sound reinforcement, and music production; be proficient in industry-standard software and hardware used in audio production, such as ProTools, Ableton Live, etc.; possess a strong understanding of acoustics, signal flow, digital signal processing, and audio equipment operation; be familiar with emerging trends and technologies in the audio industry, such as immersive audio, virtual reality, and interactive audio; have the ability to design and deliver curricula that cover a wide range of audio topics, including sound recording, mixing, mastering, and live sound techniques; possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to students with varying levels of expertise; have a demonstrated ability to mentor and support students in their academic and professional development and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that values diversity and encourages creative expression.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time