JOB POSTING: Asst. Prof. of Dance

Assistant Professor in Dance/Movement
Utah State University

Starting Date: August 2010

Responsibilities: Teach courses in a BFA Acting program with selective entry in a collaborative teaching environment. The candidate will teach introductory classes in Dance for Musical Theatre and, depending upon qualifications, classes in Ballet, Tap Jazz and Modern. The candidate will also teach classes in movement for the actor. The candidate will contribute to Utah State Theatre by choreographing and/or directing one main stage production each year. The candidate must have a strong commitment to the mentoring of undergraduate students and will be expected to participate in department and college governance and play a role in student recruitment. The candidate must also maintain continuing professional development as a creative artist in quality professional venues and may be given release time to fulfill this requirement.

Qualifications: Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent) in dance or theatre; experience and demonstrated ability as a teacher of dance for musical theatre and movement for the actor at the college level. Skills to include competence in musical theatre dance styles and competence in one or more of the following recognized methods or techniques directed toward the physicalization of character: e.g. Feldenkrais, Laban, Le Coq, Alexander, Commedia dell'arte, Viewpoints. Candidate should have notable professional experience in performance or choreography. Some directing experience is preferred. Employment is contingent upon acceptable results of a background check prior to start of contract.

Department Description: The department offers a BA in General Theatre Studies and BFA degrees in Performance, Design and Theatre Education. It offers MFA degrees in Costume, Set and Lighting Design as well as an MA in Theatre. The department administers the Old Lyric Repertory Company, a professional summer repertory theater. The Theatre and music departments enjoy a close working relationship and collaborate on musical theatre productions.

Rank and Salary: This is a 9 month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary is commensurate with experience. A generous benefits package is offered.Application Review: Review of applications will begin November 15 and continue until position is filled.

Apply: Apply on-line at http://jobs.usu.edu/