[Remote/WFM] Urgently Require Curator of Historical Keyboards;

Position at a Glance:

• Compensation: a competitive salary
• Start Date: Immediate openings available
• Location: Remote
• Position: Urgently Require Curator Of Historical Keyboards; Academic Specialist
• Company: Bloomington, IN

 

 

Job title: Curator of Historical Keyboards; Academic Specialist Company: Indiana University Job description : Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Indiana University's non-discrimination statement is found in policy UA-01 at http://www.policies.iu.edu. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. The address for Indiana University's Title IX Coordinator is: 400 E. 7th Street, Poplars 833, Bloomington, IN 47405. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online at https://protect.iu.edu/police-safety/annual-reports/index.html You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [email protected] or by visiting IUPD Position Details Title Curator of Historical Keyboards; Academic Specialist Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Jacobs School of Music Location Bloomington Position Summary The Indiana University Jacobs School of Music seeks candidates for a faculty position as curator of Historical Keyboards. This position is a twelve-month, tenure-ineligible, renewable position with an initial three-year appointment at the rank of Academic Specialist. The successful candidate will play an invaluable role in the Historical Performance Department in support of the performance and academic activities of the Jacobs School of Music by caring for the extensive collection of historical keyboard instruments. Period Keyboard Collection: Students currently have regular or periodic access to 4 French doubles, 2 Flemish doubles, 5 Flemish singles, 4 Italian singles, 3 electronic and 2 mechanical continuo organs, 1 clavichord, and 2 fortepianos (one Bakeman and one Regier). Responsibilities: tuning, voicing, maintenance and repair of the school's collection of harpsichords, fortepianos, and clavichords in order to achieve the highest possible level of musical performance; preparing instruments for performances and recordings; tuning and maintaining the practice room and studio instruments; responding to special requests from faculty and students regarding concert and practice instruments. Teaching a Harpsichord Tuning and Maintenance course with special emphasis on understanding and tuning historical temperaments by ear. Deadline: Screening will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. For Best Consideration Date June 18, 2023 Expected Start Date August 1, 2023 Basic Qualifications Thorough knowledge of historical temperaments and styles of harpsichords and fortepianos. Four years of training and/or experience as a harpsichord/fortepiano technician. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and communicate effectively with faculty, students, staff, and guest artists. Department Contact for Questions Cecilia Bass (812) 855-5541 [email protected]. Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Rank of Academic Specialist. Special Instructions Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. A complete application consists of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, titles, and email addresses for each of three professional references. An email message with instructions about uploading letter of reference will be sent automatically to each of your reference providers immediately after you submit your completed application. Please do not send other materials until requested to do so. If you need help completing your application, please contact Cecilia Bass (812) 855-5541 [email protected]. For Best Consideration Date 06/18/2023 Expected Start Date 08/01/2023 Posting/OAA # IU-100421-2023 Expected salary : Location : Bloomington, IN Apply Job!

 

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