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Posted July 29, 2026

Lecturer

Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey, United States 08544 Full Time
Reference: 286130465

Lecturer
Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $83,100 - $87,500



Description

The Department of Music at Princeton University may have an occasional curricular need for semester-long, non-tenure-track lecturer positions to teach or co-teach courses and/or lead ensembles, and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Areas of study/practice may include electronic music, music production, music theory, music history, jazz tradition, musicology, repertoire, and more.

The expected start dates would be September 1, 2026, or January 16, 2027, for any available work; any appointments are subject to enrollments and may be for one or two semesters during the 2026-2027 academic year, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need.


Qualifications

An advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred. Experience teaching undergraduate (A.B. or B.M.) level is strongly preferred.


Application Instructions

Candidates must apply online with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. Applications will be reviewed based on curricular need, and the Department may not review all applications it receives. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No letters of recommendation are required at this time.

These positions are subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for these positions is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Term positions of one year or less are not eligible for sponsorship of an H‑1B visa requiring consular processing.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this for more information.





Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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