Collaborative Pianist

Collaborative Pianist Colgate University paid time off, sick time United States, York, Hamilton Apr 15, 2026 Posting Details Position Information Job Category Casual Wage Position Title Collaborative Pianist Full Time/Part Time Part Time Division Dean of the Faculty Department Music Hiring Wage/Salary Range $50/hr Department Statement Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. Accountabilities The Colgate University Department of Music seeks a collaborative pianist to work with the choral ensembles, student recitals, other music ensembles and voice lessons. Experience working in collaboration with choirs is preferred but pianists who have worked with vocalists in any capacity or other instrumentalists will also be considered. Requirements Professional Experience/ Qualifications At least one post-secondary degree in piano performance or collaborative piano. Equivalent professional experience will also be considered Fluency in open-score reading Successful record of achievement in solo and collaborative piano performance Must be a team player, with ability to work well with college-age students Ability to travel to Colgate twice a week for rehearsals (Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:00pm, and extended hours during performance weeks Commitment to performing and exploring diverse repertoire Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in music with significant accompanying experience, Master's degree preferred. Additional significant accompanying experience may be considered instead of a degree. Ability to sight read or prepare, prior to rehearsal, piano accompaniments and choral scores. Education Physical Requirements Other Information Under "Additional Documents Required", please upload a sample of a performance video with an ensemble; duration 5 minutes. Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 2026CW017Posting Temporary Yes Work Schedule Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:00pm, and extended hours during performance weeks. Additional hours may be available to accompany students with recitals and performances. Job Open Date 04/15/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Clery Act

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