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Lecturer Applied Music - Instrumental
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A variety of instrumental specialties may be needed. Please indicate your instrument in the Personal Website field on the first page of the application form.Position Approval Information
First Section| School/College: | College of Arts & Sciences |
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| Department: | 1205 - Music |
| Position Title: | Lecturer |
| Field of Specialty: | Music - Instrumental |
| Name of Department Chair: | Melissa Hoag |
| Expected Hire Date: | 01/01/2027 |
Posting Details
Position Information| Job Title: | Lecturer Applied Music - Instrumental |
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| Job Description Summary: | The Department of Music invites applications for a position as Lecturer in Applied Music. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied music lessons and studio classes. Successful candidates will have college-level teaching experience and a record of success in teaching a wide range of styles. In addition, the candidate will have an active performing career and demonstrate potential for continued success as a performer. Finally, an enthusiastic commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate students, a positive collaborative approach to working with fellow artists, and the ability to support students’ transition into the professional world are important considerations. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as needs arise throughout the academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of an applicant. Pre-employment screening includes verification of academic credentials and background check. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Master’s degree in instrumental performance or related field, and experience as a teacher and performer at the University level. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | A variety of instrumental specialties may be needed. Please indicate your instrument in the Personal Website field on the first page of the application form. |
| Oakland University Standard Language | Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community. |
| Open Date: | 09/30/2026 |
| Open Until Filled: | Yes |
| Job Category: | Part-time Faculty |
| EEO Statement: | Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity institution. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Transcripts (unofficial)
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