Lectureship for Classical Guitar (10-30%)
Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:25 November 2025
- Workload:10 – 30%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
The ZHdK, a leading art university in Zurich, offers diverse programs. Join a vibrant community of passionate individuals from over 75 countries!
Tasks
- Teach classical guitar to Bachelor and Master students in music.
- Provide ensemble instruction and collaborate with faculty members.
- Contribute to the development of the guitar department's curriculum.
Skills
- Seeking a musician with a focus on music education and ensemble experience.
- Strong pedagogical skills and willingness to enhance teaching methods.
- Versatile stylistic competence in various music genres.
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ZHdK, with around 2100 bachelor and master students, is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe. The study and research areas include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theater, and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research, and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students' project works are publicly presented.
Starting in the fall semester 2026, a
Starting in the fall semester 2026, a
Lectureship for Classical Guitar (10-30%)
in the profile Interpretation & Performance is to be newly filled. As a lecturer for guitar, you will be responsible for the artistic training of usually 4 main subject students, primarily in the Bachelor of Arts in Music and Master of Arts in Music Pedagogy programs. Additionally, you will provide ensemble lessons as needed.
We are looking for a musician with a professional focus on music pedagogy. Versatile stylistic competence as well as experience in leading ensembles are part of your artistic profile. You will actively collaborate with other professors and lecturers of the plucked string instruments majors and contribute to the further development of the guitar department within the Music Department.
We expect excellent didactic skills and a university didactic qualification, or the willingness to further educate yourself in this regard.
We offer you an interesting and challenging role in a lively and collegial environment at the Zurich Toni-Areal. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity.
The trial lessons with a short recital, teaching lessons, and professional discussion will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, and/or Friday, February 27, 2026, in Zurich. The short recital and teaching lessons will be conducted publicly at the university.
For information, please contact Monika Baer, Major Head of Plucked String Instruments ( monika.baer@zhdk.ch ).
Human Resources Management contact person: Fabienne Trautner, HR Business Partner Department Music, fabienne.trautner@zhdk.ch
We gladly accept your complete application documents by January 9, 2026, via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only accept applications for this position via the link (no email applications).
www.zhdk.ch ; www.zhdk.ch/musik
Human Resources Management contact person: Fabienne Trautner, HR Business Partner Department Music, fabienne.trautner@zhdk.ch
We gladly accept your complete application documents by January 9, 2026, via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only accept applications for this position via the link (no email applications).
www.zhdk.ch ; www.zhdk.ch/musik
