Job Description
The Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, offers a unique and adventurous 21st century Asian environment in which we train and educate performers, composers, producers and recording engineers to take advantage of future professional and artistic opportunities both in Singapore and in the world. The Conservatory is distinctively international in terms of its faculty, student population and artistic outlook. Our mission is to be a focal point for musical activity, artistic development and research, for Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond.
The Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music is seeking an outstanding, internationally recognized artist/teacher to fill the position of Head of Woodwinds. This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will be an outstanding soloist and/or collaborative musician in flute, oboe, clarinet or bassoon with significant performance and leadership experience, the desire and experience to teach gifted Conservatory students, and the expertise to lead the Woodwinds area. Participation in the artistic life of Singapore and the region is also expected. In addition to maintaining a dynamic studio, the candidate will also be active in teaching collaborative ensembles, engaging in community and outreach activities, and recruiting students to the Conservatory through both national and international involvement at various levels, including targeted pre-tertiary programs and similar organizations throughout the region.
Requirements
Requirements for interested applicants include:
- A Ph.D., D.M., Masters or equivalent in areas relevant to conservatory training.
- An exceptional performer as well as a dedicated teacher with a proven track record of leadership and teaching at an elite performance level.
- Strong leadership, communication, collaborative and organizational skills.
- Teaching experience in a conservatory or other tertiary-level institutions focused on professional training in areas of music including performance, pedagogy, and artistic research.
- Evidence of artistic research activity in music in areas such as performance and pedagogy.
- A passion for teaching, engaging and supporting conservatory students.
- Works well in a collaborative and innovative conservatory environment.
Rank/Salary: Practice-track position at the rank of Associate Professor or higher, with benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae outlining performance and teaching background and experience, 3 letters of recommendation, and link to a sample recording of recent performances, to the Search Committee via the NUS recruitment portal at NUS Careers . Enquiries about the position can be sent to the Dean .
Appointment to commence in July 2025. The selection process will commence in September 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music
Department : Dean's Office (YST Conservatory of Music)
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 24979
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