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The State University of New York at Fredonia invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Music, with a specialization in class piano, to teach in the class piano program which intersects with all curricula. This position requires demonstrated excellence in class piano pedagogy, with the ability to inspire and mentor students across a range of musical genres and degree programs. Core responsibilities include teaching class piano for music and non-music majors, contributing to curriculum development, and collaborating on administrative tasks with the area coordinator. Versatility is essential, as the ideal candidate will bring a passion for both traditional and contemporary approaches, fostering student growth at all levels and backgrounds.

This is a full-time lecturer position, starting on or before August 21, 2025, offers competitive salary and benefits, including participation in retirement plans. 

Rewards & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;
• Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;
• A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Music Studies, the successful candidate will:

• Teach piano classes to for pianist and non-pianist students; 
• Contribute to class piano curriculum development and revision of courses;
• Collaborate on administrative tasks with the area coordinator;
• Support student retention and success through academic; advising and efforts toward inclusion and belonging;
• Recommend and implement curricular and pedagogical practice in the field of class piano instruction;
• Participate in committees and provide service to the department, School of Music, university, and profession;
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies

This is a full-time, UUP represented, Lecturer position beginning Fall 2025, with a salary of $50,063 - $53,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline;
• Two years of experience teaching undergraduate class piano courses as a teaching assistant and/or instructor of record;
• Experience teaching a diverse range of undergraduate students across a range of musical genres and degree programs;
• Demonstrated ability and continued desire to support student needs across multiple music degree disciplines (i.e., music education, music therapy, music performance, music composition, sound recording technology);
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and constituents in support of campus and school missions;
• Experience with instructional technology;
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in music education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline;
• Demonstrated engagement with pedagogical practices and/or research frameworks that advance music in higher education practices toward diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and accessibility and can inform course offerings across our curriculum;
• Exhibit familiarity with both traditional and contemporary class piano pedagogies and the ability to reconcile diverse approaches;
• Displayed commitment to community engagement with and ongoing interest to continue these behaviors at Fredonia.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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