The Department of Music at Tufts University announces a part-time Lecturer replacement position to teach two courses: Music 0114-01 Analog and Digital Music Notation and Music 0115-01 Orchestration for the Spring 2026 semester. The classes meet on Tuesdays 1:30-4 (Orchestration) and 4:30-7 (Notation).

Qualifications

We seek candidates with proven excellence in teaching and creative work as composer, performer, and/or music director or conductor, with evidence of experience writing for and working with orchestras or large ensembles. The successful applicant will possess a Masters or DMA/PhD (preferred) in composition as well as experience teaching musical skills courses to non-majors, majors, and graduate students. 

Application Instructions

Please submit at https://apply.interfolio.com/177197  a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interest and/or experience, and one letter of recommendation uploaded directly into Interfolio. The search committee will begin screening applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact Christopher Wilson, Department Administrator, at Christopher.Wilson@tufts.eduwith any questions.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background check.

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