Assistant Professor of Dance, Global Dance Studies (Tenure-Track)
Liberal arts undergraduate college for women in New York City, affiliated with a large research university
| Employer | Liberal arts undergraduate college for women in New York City, affiliated with a large research university (not named) |
|---|---|
| Location | New York, NY · On-site |
| Type & level | Full-time · Mid-level |
| Pay | USD 95k–115k base Source: pay range stated in the source posting |
| Visa path | O-1A fit (senior candidates) |
| Role family | Traditional Dance Artist / Instructor (Culturally Unique) |
About the role
A college dance department is hiring a tenure-track scholar to build teaching and research in global dance studies. The department combines studio practice with academic study of the history, culture and theory of Western and non-Western performance. The role leans toward scholarship and coursework rather than studio instruction.
What you'll do
- Teach undergraduate courses in dance history, theory and cultural studies.
- Carry out and publish original research in global dance studies.
- Mentor dance majors as they connect creative work with critical inquiry.
- Take on service duties within the department, the college and the wider university.
- Work with related departments and possibly a doctoral program in theatre and performance.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in dance or a related discipline in hand at the time of appointment.
- Specialization or interest in East Asian, South Asian, African or African Diasporic, Indigenous, Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian, or Americas dance studies.
- Distinguished record of scholarly publication, or clear promise of one.
- Proven ability to teach well at the college level.
- Willingness to do departmental, college and university service.
Nice to have
Pay & benefits
USD 95k–115k base. The posting does not list benefits.
Pay source: pay range stated in the source posting. Market data, not an offer from O1DMatch.
Visa path
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