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 https://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.  

Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.