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The Department of Music at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time appointment for the Director of the Louis Armstrong Jazz Performance Program at the rank of Associate in Discipline/Lecturer in Discipline (depending on academic credentials) beginning July 1, 2026. The primary duties of the successful candidate will be to teach (2) jazz related courses and coach (6) ensembles per academic year, coordinate undergraduate admissions, and all jazz related program activities and Music Associates. 

Applicants must have extensive performance experience and previous experience teaching Jazz at the college level. For Associate in Discipline, the MA degree is required at time of appointment; for Lecturer in Discipline, the PhD is required at time of appointment.

All applications must be made through Columbia University?s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement about teaching experience and interests. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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