The Associate Professor will provide individual violin instruction, coach chamber music ensembles, and prepare students for professional auditions and recitals. Additionally, the role involves active student recruitment, academic advising, and participation in Conservatory faculty meetings and events.
The Lynn University Conservatory of Music invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor of Violin. The successful candidate will be an accomplished artist-teacher dedicated to training undergraduate and graduate performance majors for professional careers in music. Responsibilities include individual instruction, chamber music coaching, student recruitment, advising, and active participation in the artistic and academic life of the Conservatory.
Job Description: Essential
Teach undergraduate and graduate violin performance majors through weekly private lessons. Teach and lead weekly violin studio class. Coach chamber music ensembles. Prepare students for recitals, mock auditions, juries, competitions, graduate school auditions, and professional orchestra auditions. Recruit outstanding violin students through auditions, outreach, masterclasses, and other recruitment activities. Participate in admissions by reviewing applications, evaluating auditions, and interviewing prospective students. Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, grades, jury evaluations, and progress reports. Respond promptly to student questions and concerns. Participate in faculty meetings, committees, auditions, performances, commencement, and other university and Conservatory events. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the mission and artistic excellence of the Conservatory. Maintain an active professional profile that enhances the reputation of the Conservatory. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, skills, and abilities Demonstrated record of excellence as a performing violinist. Strong commitment to student mentorship and artistic development. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students. Proficiency with instructional technology, including learning management systems (such as Canvas), Microsoft Office, and virtual teaching platforms. Appreciation for diverse learning styles and the ability to adapt instructional methods to meet student needs. Demonstrated success preparing students for professional orchestra auditions, competitions, and graduate study. Experience recruiting highly talented students. Experience coaching chamber music. Experience working in a highly selective conservatory or equivalent professional training environment. Established professional network within the classical music community. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Violin Performance; equivalent professional experience preferred. Successful experience teaching violin at the collegiate, pre-professional, or equivalent level preferred. International or national performing career preferred. To Apply Completed applications will be reviewed upon receipt for match to potential needs. Only completed applications will be reviewed, which must include a short cover letter, resume or CV with detailed academic credentials, three letters of reference, and copies of all college transcripts. Before an applicant is approved to teach official transcripts will also be required. Accreditation and equal opportunity Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu, or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University Americans with Disabilities Act Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport For your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Violin Performance and demonstrate a record of excellence as a performing violinist. Experience in collegiate-level teaching and a strong professional network within the classical music community are preferred.