Professional In Residence, Collaborative Piano

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Job Posting Title:

Professional In Residence, Collaborative Piano

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM CMDA - School of Music (James L Byo (00010414))

Work Location:

Music & Dramatic Arts Building

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The Louisiana State University School of Music invites applications for a non-tenure track position, Professional-in-Residence Collaborative Pianist, with appointment to begin in Fall 2026. We seek artist-performers to serve as collaborative pianist for the recital, audition, and jury needs of a comprehensive school of music.

Job Responsibilities:

• Rehearse and perform as collaborative pianist for roughly 15 recitals (faculty, guest artists, DMA students) per semester as well as juries, qualifying exams, and voice auditions.
• Other events as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Level: Master of Music
• Specific Degree: A master's in piano performance or collaborative piano
• Degree Substitute: Equivalent professional experience
• Specific Experience: Distinguished record as an active performer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education Level: DMA
• Specific Degree: A doctorate in piano performance or collaborative piano
• Specific Experience: Experience and expertise in vocal coaching

LSU's College of Music and Dramatic Arts is a performing arts community that prepares performers, composers, teachers, and scholars for productive lives after college. In a setting that prioritizes engagement, acceptance, personalization, collaboration, and inspiration, we foster passion for the arts, the creation of new works, and connection with community, heightening our collective ability to communicate with expressive power and purpose. Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College is a national flagship institution with world-class intellectual and creative resources. Located in Baton Rouge, a dynamic state capital situated on the Mississippi River, the University represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant and evocative culture. Baton Rouge is home to both LSU and Southern University and numerous businesses and industrial facilities, with a metropolitan area population of over 800,000.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Review of applications begins March 16, 2026. To receive full consideration, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a document with links to recordings of unedited performances within the last 2 years on a platform such as SoundCloud or YouTube. Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Susannah Knoll, Executive Assistant to the Dean/HR Analyst at cmdadeansoffice@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

February 27, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 27, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.