Lecturer: Piano

Is to create, develop and facilitate the acquisition of musical knowledge and skills by individuals in order that they can function effectively within the music profession and as productive members of the broader society.

• To teach piano on various levels at undergraduate and post graduate level.
• To provide and coordinate accompaniment for the departments students and staff.
• To conduct and publish research and/or produce appropriate performances and creative outputs.
• To facilitate community engagement.
• To serve as a collaborative pianist for student, guest, and faculty recitals.
• To contribute to the development of piano studio recruitment.
• To supervise post graduate students.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• National profile as a performer
• In-depth knowledge of piano pedagogies and the application of teaching piano repertoire primarily within the Western classical canon.
• Demonstrable experience at facilitating learning at undergraduate level.
• Chamber music experience
• Ability to produce publications or appropriate creative outputs, and the ability to supervise postgraduate candidates.

In order to be considered for appointment to this post at lecturer level, candidates should have a relevant Masters degree and 2 years relevant and/or related work experience. Supervision experience and/or DMus or PhD will be beneficial.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to conduct an audition and/or demonstration lesson/lecture.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 13 September 2024.