Lecturer - Music (Humanities) Job at The City University of New York in New York
The City University of New York, New York, NY, United States
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Humanities Department at New York City College of Technology (City Tech), a comprehensive college of the City University of New York offering associate and baccalaureate degree programs, invites applications for a full‑time faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with a specialization in Music to begin Fall 2026. The Lecturer position is a full‑time appointment leading to a Certificate of Continuous Employment.
Music courses at City Tech are housed within the Humanities Department, a multidisciplinary department also offering courses in art history, communication, Latin American studies, world languages, and theatre. We seek a dynamic educator who will contribute to our department through collegial collaboration, curriculum development, and pedagogical innovation. Candidates from all areas of music are welcome to apply. Teaching responsibilities encompass a range of courses in music and may include interdisciplinary opportunities for instruction with theatre and/or world languages.
Reporting to the Chair of the Humanities Department, the Lecturer will be expected to:
Teach a wide variety of courses including World Music, East Asian and Western Musical Styles, and Latin American and Caribbean Music
Assist in academic advising, shedding light on academic minor requirements and professional/career‑related options, as well as providing guidance and support to students
Organize events or activities that encourage/promote cultural awareness, as well as personal and professional growth in students in the area of music
Share responsibility for the Music Curriculum Committee and the Humanities Department assignments
Assist in designing courses that would support our existing academic minor in Theatre or develop an academic minor in Music
Participate actively in department‑hosted cultural/performance events and College/University‑wide initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in music or closely related field
Expertise in ethnomusicology strongly preferred
Two or more years of college/university‑level teaching experience with a record of teaching excellence, including the ability to teach a wide range of our existing courses
An attested interest in curriculum development
Excellent written communication skills
A willingness to coordinate performance events
A background in musical theatre is a plus
Compensation
$70,571 – $92,454. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC‑CUNY collective bargaining agreement.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How To Apply
From our job posting system, select “Apply Now”, create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, access the employment page on our web site and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Candidates should provide a cover letter summarizing teaching philosophy, as well as research area if applicable, CV/resume, and letters of recommendation.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled, with review of application to begin on or after April 2, 2026.
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 31871
Location: NYC College of Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
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The Humanities Department at New York City College of Technology (City Tech), a comprehensive college of the City University of New York offering associate and baccalaureate degree programs, invites applications for a full‑time faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with a specialization in Music to begin Fall 2026. The Lecturer position is a full‑time appointment leading to a Certificate of Continuous Employment.
Music courses at City Tech are housed within the Humanities Department, a multidisciplinary department also offering courses in art history, communication, Latin American studies, world languages, and theatre. We seek a dynamic educator who will contribute to our department through collegial collaboration, curriculum development, and pedagogical innovation. Candidates from all areas of music are welcome to apply. Teaching responsibilities encompass a range of courses in music and may include interdisciplinary opportunities for instruction with theatre and/or world languages.
Reporting to the Chair of the Humanities Department, the Lecturer will be expected to:
Teach a wide variety of courses including World Music, East Asian and Western Musical Styles, and Latin American and Caribbean Music
Assist in academic advising, shedding light on academic minor requirements and professional/career‑related options, as well as providing guidance and support to students
Organize events or activities that encourage/promote cultural awareness, as well as personal and professional growth in students in the area of music
Share responsibility for the Music Curriculum Committee and the Humanities Department assignments
Assist in designing courses that would support our existing academic minor in Theatre or develop an academic minor in Music
Participate actively in department‑hosted cultural/performance events and College/University‑wide initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in area(s) of expertise, and the ability to teach successfully.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in music or closely related field
Expertise in ethnomusicology strongly preferred
Two or more years of college/university‑level teaching experience with a record of teaching excellence, including the ability to teach a wide range of our existing courses
An attested interest in curriculum development
Excellent written communication skills
A willingness to coordinate performance events
A background in musical theatre is a plus
Compensation
$70,571 – $92,454. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC‑CUNY collective bargaining agreement.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How To Apply
From our job posting system, select “Apply Now”, create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, access the employment page on our web site and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Candidates should provide a cover letter summarizing teaching philosophy, as well as research area if applicable, CV/resume, and letters of recommendation.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled, with review of application to begin on or after April 2, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 31871
Location: NYC College of Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
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