Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Viola – University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Overview
As a Lecturer in Viola at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, you will shape the future of viola performance and education, inspire the next generation of professional musicians, advance practice‑led research and contribute to the Conservatorium's dynamic strings program. This role offers a significant impact on musical culture while advancing your artistic practice and academic career.
Responsibilities
* Deliver Exceptional Viola Education: Provide individual lessons, performance classes and ensemble coaching at all levels, coordinate strings subjects and recruit high‑quality students.
* Advance Practice‑Led Research: Contribute to performance‑based research through concerts, recordings, publications, supervise graduate researchers in strings performance.
* Engage with the Musical Community: Participate in Conservatorium events, foster industry partnerships and contribute to professional organisations in strings performance.
* Provide Leadership and Service: Contribute to program planning, curriculum development and committee work within the Conservatorium and wider University community.
Qualifications
* Postgraduate qualification in viola performance (doctorate preferred) or equivalent professional experience.
* National or international recognised track record of significant performances and recordings across diverse repertoires.
* Expertise in viola repertoires from the 18th to 21st centuries, with a commitment to representing diversity in programming.
* Evidence of excellence in teaching and recruiting undergraduate and postgraduate viola students.
* Ability to develop a distinctive performance‑based research program and deliver high‑quality research outputs.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, collaborative approach to working within an academic environment.
Benefits
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by commitment to inclusion and well‑being.
* Progressive leave provisions to empower work‑life balance.
* Salary packaging and discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
* Health and well‑being services including Employee Assistance Program.
* Comprehensive career development and training, 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for immediate family members.
Faculty, School and Salary
Faculty: Fine Arts and Music, School: Melbourne Conservatorium for Music
Salary: Level B – $124,656 – $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super; Level C – $152,695 – $176,065 p.a. plus 17% super.
Legal and Administrative Requirements
Working with Children Check required. Visa sponsorship available. Reasonable adjustments for candidates and inclusive recruitment processes are supported. Contact hr‑ for applications.
Application Documents
* CV
* Cover Letter outlining interest and experience
* Selection criteria response addressing relevant criteria listed below
Selection Criteria
Applicants must address the selection criteria specified, highlighting the most relevant aspects of experience and achievements. Specify achievements and references to minimal required levels of performance, teaching, research and diversity programming.
Applications Close
15 January :55 PM AEST / Melbourne time zone.
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