Part-Time Lecturer – Studio Music & Jazz

About the role

The University of Miami Frost School of Music is seeking a Part‑Time Lecturer for its Studio Music and Jazz department. This position offers the opportunity to teach and direct jazz ensembles while contributing to a vibrant academic community.

Key responsibilities

• Teach jazz technique, theory, style, and improvisation to undergraduate students.
• Direct small jazz combos and large jazz ensembles.
• Develop and deliver curriculum for jazz piano, harmony, and composition courses.
• Mentor students and provide performance feedback.
• Participate in departmental meetings and faculty activities.

Required profile

• Substantive national or international experience in the music industry with demonstrated jazz performance expertise.
• Significant teaching experience in jazz and ensemble directing at a university or conservatory level.
• Doctoral degree in music preferred; exceptional professional credentials also considered.
• Experience teaching non‑traditional music students.

Required skills

• Proficiency with music notation software such as Finale or Sibelius.
• Experience using Digital Audio Workstations (ProTools, Ableton Live, Logic, Cubase).

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a supportive academic environment.
• Opportunity to work at a top research university and impact the next generation of musicians.