Lecturer in Viola

• Part time (0.5 FTE) continuing
• Opportunity to be involved in both teaching and research at Sydney Conservatorium of Music
• Academic B Base Salary $127436 - $151328 p.a. pro rata 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has long been the destination of choice for outstanding viola students. The strong cohort of local and international students benefits from a viola faculty that includes leading pedagogues Roger Benedict and Stuart Johnson and a vibrant string faculty that is the largest in Australia. The Sydney Conservatorium is now looking for an outstanding viola player and pedagogue to join the faculty and contribute to the culture of excellence that currently exists within the institution.

The successful candidate will be an insightful and inspiring musician with substantial performing and teaching experience at an international level and someone who is able to work collaboratively and imaginatively to ensure the institution remains a beacon of music education in addition to giving individual lessons duties will include sharing responsibility for leading a weekly viola class and also chamber music coaching and/or orchestral training.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• plan foster and develop the training of violists at the University and develop performance curriculum in close cooperation with faculty members within the University
• contribute importantly to professional practice and/or research outcomes in the area of viola performance
• contribute to teaching and training in chamber music orchestra studies and string pedagogy
• build an inspiring learning and working environment for the students and teachers of viola performance
• inspire young students including pre-tertiary music students community teachers and orchestras and support the development of viola teaching in community and outreach programs
• contribute to the development of international student recruitment.

About you

• Demonstrated excellence in viola performance and viola teaching
• High level skills in engagement with audiences and the musical community
• Demonstrated experience in viola teaching at university level with an ability to teach at both undergraduate and post-graduate levels communicating inspiring musical artistry and thoughtful pedagogical methods
• Demonstrated experience in working with students in chamber orchestral and other ensemble settings
• An artistic vision as well as extensive knowledge skills and experience in the field
• Acknowledged high-level international experience as an artist and/or researcher and a strong reputation for teaching
• Constructive and collaborative assessment and feedback skills
• Evidence of successful collaborations and international networks.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions the University may take any necessary step including the termination of your employment.

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