Artist Faculty in Cello (Part-time)

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 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, both for Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region.

The Conservatory is seeking an outstanding artist/teacher of cello to join its faculty.  This is a part-time position.  The initial term of appointment shall be for one year (renewable).  Applicants should have significant performance experience as a soloist and/or orchestra/chamber musician and the desire and experience to teach gifted Conservatory students.  In addition to maintaining a dynamic cello studio, the candidate will also be active in recruiting students to the Conservatory through both national and international involvement at various levels, including targeted pre-tertiary programs and similar organizations. In addition, the postholder will offer secondary study tuition to a select number of the Conservatory’s instrumental students.

Qualifications

• A Masters or good Honours degree in Music or equivalent in areas relevant to conservatory training.
• An exceptional performer as well as a dedicated teacher with a proven track record of teaching at an elite performance level.
• Significant performance experience as a soloist and/or orchestra/chamber musician
• Teaching experience in a conservatory or other tertiary-level institutions focused on professional training in areas of music including performance, pedagogy, and artistic research.
• A passion for teaching, engaging and supporting undergraduate conservatory students.
• Works well in a collaborative and innovative conservatory environment.

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae outlining performance and teaching background and experience, to the Search Committee at NUS Careers.  Enquiries about the position can be sent to Rachel Tang (mustangr@nus.edu.sg)

Appointment to commence in August 2024.  The selection process will commence in May 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 : 24367