Assistant Professor of ViolinLocation: Music
Open Date: Feb 18, 2026
Deadline: Mar 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
DescriptionThe Department of Music at Stony Brook seeks a violinist with an exemplary reputation, profound understanding of their craft, strong ability to communicate their vision, and well versed in the solo, chamber music, and orchestral literature. The appointee will be an excellent violinist in the performance of classical music, with a deep knowledge of, and commitment to, the music of our time and skill in its performance. We seek a violinist who will successfully recruit and teach violin students on the masters and doctoral levels, and who will coach chamber music. Experience performing music of the Baroque era will be considered an asset. This position will carry substantial administrative expectations, including the ability to serve in departmental leadership roles. The appointee will be open-minded, inspirational, and dedicated, and serve as a mentor to their students while having a positive effect on the Department of Music community. The Department of Music at Stony Brook University is primarily a graduate program, and the majority of the graduate students in the string program will be DMA candidates.
QualificationsRequired QualificationsNational and/or international reputation as an outstanding violinist, experienced in the solo, chamber music, and concerto repertoire. Excellence as a violinist in the performance of Western Classical music (early music, contemporary classical music, etc). Experience teaching and mentoring doctoral students.
Preferred QualificationsAt least six years of experience coaching graduate chamber music. At least six years of success in recruiting graduate violinists. Administrative skills: experience starting a chamber series, or in developing relationships across a campus community. Experience as a committee chair, or in other administrative roles within an academic department. Discography demonstrating stature in the field
Application InstructionsTo apply, visit
http://apply.interfolio.com/180965.
Screening begins February 20, 2026, and applications review will commence on March 16, 2026. Applicants should complete the Academic Jobs Online application at
LINK HERE. Electronic submission of material is required. Please include these materials: 1) cover letter, explicitly addressing required and preferred qualifications for the position, 2) resum, 3) recordings or links to recordings or live performances recordings. Letters of recommendation may be required after the mid-search.
The performance program at Stony Brook enrolls musicians at a very advanced pre-professional level at the undergraduate, masters, and DMA levels. There is a strong emphasis on chamber music and contemporary music.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request . It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police.Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.jeid-663e2ef34c058547bdaf4c234845afd1
