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The Department of Music at Princeton University may have an occasional curricular need for semester-long, renewable, non-tenure-track lecturer positions to teach or co-teach courses and/or lead ensembles during the 2025-2026 academic year, and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Areas of study/practice may include electronic music, music production, music theory, music history, jazz tradition, musicology, repertoire, and more.An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred. Experience teaching undergraduate (A.B. or B.M.) level strongly preferred. The expected start dates would be September 1, 2025 or January 16, 2026 for any available work; any appointments are subject to enrollments and may be for one or two semesters during the 2025-2026 academic year, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need. Please apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/39201 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. Applications will be reviewed based on curricular need, and the Department may not review all applications it receives. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. These positions are subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for these positions is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Expected Salary Range: $81,700 - $86,000

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Requisition No: D-26-MUS-00001

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