Lecturer in Music Business and Recording
University of Kentucky
Fayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
12/26/2024
Education / Training
Full Time
Job Title
Lecturer in Music Business and Recording
Requisition Number
FE04394
Working Title
Department Name
8X200:Fine Arts - Music
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Type of Position
Faculty
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Master’s degree in Audio Engineering, Music Technology, or a related field. Significant
professional experience in audio engineering or a closely related area may be considered in lieu of a graduate-level degree.
Required Related Experience
• Master’s degree in Audio Engineering, Music Technology, or a related field.
Significant professional experience in audio engineering or a closely related area may be considered in lieu of a graduate-level degree.
• Demonstrated expertise in studio recording, digital audio workstations (DAWs), audio
signal processing, and microphone techniques.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in recording a wide range of musical
styles, with a particular emphasis on classical music and ensemble recording, including
but not limited to orchestras and wind ensembles, chamber groups, and solo recitals.
• A background in innovative audio technologies, including immersive audio and spatial
sound, is desirable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Job Summary
The School of Music at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Music Technology. We are seeking an accomplished educator and practitioner who is passionate about teaching and mentoring students in a dynamic, interdisciplinary academic setting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the launch of the new BA in Film and Sonic Art program, advancing the university’s commitment to interdisciplinary arts education.
Responsibilities
• Teach courses in areas such as audio engineering and music technology. The teaching loadxconsists of three courses per semester, with primary teaching responsibilities for courses including:
o MUS 150: Introduction to Audio Engineering
o MUS 317: Music Technology
o MUS 380: Advanced Mixing
o MUS 381: Recording Techniques and Microphone Placement
• Oversee all recording efforts for student recitals, including setup and recording processes.
• Train and manage students in studio recording, and post-production.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of an innovative curriculum for the BA in Film and Sonic Art program.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
• A cover letter addressing qualifications, teaching philosophy, and relevant experience
• A curriculum vitae (CV)
• A portfolio or link to professional work in audio engineering, showcasing a range of
ensemble types and recording contexts (upload as Specific Request 1)
• Contact information for three professional references (upload when prompted in the application)
Review of applications will begin on January 13 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Kentucky, College of Fine Arts thrives because we serve and honor individuals and communities with unique and distinct voices that embrace broad approaches to creative practice.
The college welcomes all, seeking to make the arts both approachable and accessible, valuing the broadest possible range of experiences and perspectives, recognizing the personal and community benefits of belonging, and leveraging the unique power of the arts to bring people together while seeking to acknowledge, address, and rectify, inequality and access limitations. Artists and scholars with a broad range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. As a member of the state’s flagship institution, we pledge to ensure that our campus is a place where differences are welcomed and valued, different perspectives are respectfully heard, and where every individual
feels a sense of belonging in a strong artistic and academic community. Visit our website at: http://finearts.uky.edu
Employment at UK comes with various benefits that focus on the total well-being and career development and leadership striving to provide a strong and healthy work-life integration. The University generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/ Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Teaching experience at the college or university level preferred.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.