Iva Dee Hiatt Visiting Artist in Piano and Lecturer in Music

The Department of Music at Smith College invites applications for the Iva Dee Hiatt Visiting Artist in Piano and Lecturer in Music position. This is a two-year position, to begin January 1, 2027. The successful candidate must present a record of distinguished performance with the demonstrated intention to build a significant career as a concert pianist, as well as a successful record of teaching students with a wide range of abilities and interests. Responsibilities include weekly lessons for approximately ten to twelve students; one annual solo recital at Smith College; participation in at least one collaborative recital with faculty; maintaining an active performance schedule; assisting the Associate Chair for Performance Activities in coordinating the logistics of piano maintenance and organizing piano student recitals; and contributing to the administration of the department through committee service and other activities. A Master's Degree in Music, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. Competitive candidates will have earned a Doctor of Musical Arts degree at the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in academia are encouraged to apply.

In addition to a competitive benefits package, starting pay is $60,000. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications. A housing stipend is also available with this position.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women's college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Music is located at http://www.smith.edu/academics/ programs-courses/academic-programs/music.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

Submit application at https://apply.interfolio.com/193165 with a one-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, an equity and inclusion statement, a document with links to performance videos of at least three contrasting works totaling longer than 40 minutes, and contact information for three confidential references. Candidates who advance in the search may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on October 8, 2026.