apologies for the off-topic posting, but i thought this might get the word it to a bunch of the right people; please share this with anyone or any lists you think appropriate, and direct questions my way. thanks!! dan Technical Director The Music Department at Princeton University is seeking a Technical Director of Electronic and Computer Music Studios and The Princeton Laptop Orchestra (PLOrk). The position provides technical facilities management support for the Music Department. The selected candidate will provide instruction and consultation on the use of facilities and on music technology in general, and will provide other services as needed for Music Department faculty and students. The Technical Director will analyze department technology needs; direct the purchase and maintenance of equipment to fill these needs; and design, install and maintain the Music Department’s electronic music studios. Additional duties include working with students and faculty on the design and implementation of experimental systems and interfacing with the Princeton University Office of Information Technology. The Technical Director performs production work for faculty recording projects, including editing, mixing, and mastering. He or she also serves as Assistant Director of the Princeton Laptop Orchestra (PLOrk) which includes the redesign, development and maintenance of PLOrk technologies, assistance in the instruction of core electronic and computer music courses, and creative contribution to, participation in, and support of, PLOrk performances both on and off-campus. Education required: Bachelor’s degree Essential qualifications: One to three years of direct or related experience, experience with contemporary audio software and hardware, and a working knowledge of music literature and musical style characteristics. Note: Five months of the year this position has a demanding work schedule and the successful candidate must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed. Preferred qualifications: Hardware and software RAID arrays, extensive experience in hardware maintenance and repair, data recovery and disposal software and strategies (ex: Boot n’ Nuke), diagnostic software and strategies (ex: SMART, PC-Doctor), security software and strategies (ex: Symantec Antivirus), Max/MSP, Supercollider, ChucK, basic practical electronics knowledge and skills, Protools and Final Cut Studio, Peak Pro, Digital Performer, Logic Studio, and audio software development skills. Also desirable is experience in programming and electronics, although it is assumed that most candidates will learn new skills while in the position. Graduate work in electronic/computer music and/or music composition is desirable. Full-time salary minimum: $51,100. Note: this is a half-time position. Depending on the candidate’s interests and qualifications, this position and the Audio Specialist position have the option of being combined into a single, full-time position. To apply: Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a cover letter and a list of the names and addresses of three people who are willing to write on their behalf by November 1, 2009. Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations. Please apply online at http://jobs.princeton.edu +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Audio Specialist The Department of Music at Princeton University is seeking an Audio Specialist. The position provides professional-quality audio engineering services and technical facilities management support for the Music Department’s performances in Taplin Auditorium, other campus venues and off-campus if required. The selected candidate will oversee concert recording, sound reinforcement and other audio services for Music Department faculty and students. The Audio Specialist will analyze department recording and sound reinforcement technology needs and direct the purchase and maintenance of equipment to fill these needs. Additional duties include working with students and faculty on the design and implementation of experimental systems and supervising the student position of assistant audio specialist. The Technical Director performs production work for faculty recording projects, including editing, mixing, and mastering. Education Required: Bachelor’s degree Essential Qualifications: One to three years of experience in audio/ recording technology and sound reinforcement, experience with contemporary audio software and hardware, working knowledge of music literature and musical style characteristics, microphone use and recording techniques. Note: Five months of the year this position has a demanding work schedule and the successful candidate must be able to work evenings and weekends as required. Preferred Qualifications: Audio software development skills, ProTools and Final Cut Studio, Peak Pro, Digital Performer, Logic Studio, Sibelius, Finale, Tonmeister Technology trained. Salary minimum: $47,800 for full-time position. Note: this is a half- time position. Depending on the candidate’s interests and qualifications, this position and the Technical Director position have the option of being combined into a single, full-time position. To apply: Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a cover letter and a list of the names and addresses of three people who are willing to write on their behalf by November 1, 2009. Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations. Please apply online at http://jobs.princeton.edu or (less preferred option)—mail to: Search Committee, Attention: Marilyn Ham, Princeton University, Department of Music, 310 Woolworth Center, Princeton, NJ 08544.