Assistant Professor in the School of Dance

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Job Posting The University of Utah School of Dance invites applicants for a fulltime tenureline Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2024. The School of Dance has committed to diversifying current research and teaching offerings to better reflect the everevolving demographic of the larger community. As such we seek a colleague immersed in exploring Latine epistemologies in relationship to dance research. The ideal candidate will have experience incorporating Latine lexicons into at least one of the following (two preferred): 1 dance education particularly working within diverse populations; 2 current dance scholarship with the potential for broad impact on the discipline; 3 communityengaged learning activities and initiatives; 4 dance technique training performance and creative practices. The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among research universities with the highest research activity in the nation and is the flagship of the Utah System of Higher Education. As a reflection of the researchfocused university the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to research and to researchinformed teaching be actively engaged in research that furthers the field of dance and will demonstrate the potential to achieve tenure at a researchintensive university. The teaching load is two courses (or the equivalent of 6 credit hours) per semester and the successful candidate may teach undergraduate and graduate courses in dance histories dance studies dance education dance techniques and/or other studio practices as well as serve on graduate thesis committees. Terminal degree required doctoral degree preferred. About the School of Dance Dance at the University of Utah has a rich history and ongoing legacy. One of the first US universities to offer degrees in dance the U (as it is known colloquially) has one of the largest and longeststanding dance programs in the country. We have evolved into a vibrant innovative and forwardthinking School of Dance accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance and celebrate nine decades of successful alumni. We are an incubator for dance education and artistic exploration a community in which renowned faculty connect individually with students nurturing young artists and cultivating an environment that fosters personal and artistic growth. We offer unique and plentiful performance opportunities a range of scholarly and creative inquiry rigorous and challenging coursework and interdisciplinary explorations. The School of Dance has committed itself to viewpoint diversity academic freedom open inquiry and removing barriers that individuals from underrepresented groups have traditionally encountered. We strive to recruit faculty who will further enhance our diversity and we make every attempt to support their academic professional and personal success while they are here. Our curriculum possesses both breadth and depth offering coursework in anatomy choreography dance education dance studies history music pedagogy screendance somatics and various dance techniques. Comprehensive programs of study maintain a balanced emphasis on both performance and scholarship in a professional and inclusive atmosphere. Admission is competitive and our student body is comprised of approximately 200 undergraduates and 15 graduate students seeking professional quality dance training and meaningful educational experiences in the following degree programs: BFA in Ballet BFA in Modern Dance BFA in Ballet with Teaching Emphasis BFA in Modern Dance Teaching Certificate in Ballet Studio Teaching Minor in Modern Dance MFA in Ballet MFA in Modern Dance and a graduate Certificate in Screendance. The School of Dance is housed in the beautiful Marriott Center for Dance a stateoftheart facility that includes a 333seat professional fully staffed theatre and costume shop a black box theatre space six large dance studios a private faculty studio and a conditioning room with an onsite athletic trainer. Additional information about The School of Dance can be found at . About the University The University of Utah is the states public flagship institution of higher education with an enrollment of approximately 35000 undergraduate and graduate students and offers 111 undergraduate and over 100 graduate degree programs. A member of the American Association of Universities AAU the University of Utah is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 146 research universities with the highest research activity in the nation. The university has been named by Forbes as one of the top ten employers in the state and recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best national universities. The University of Utah has several campuswide initiatives that contribute to a rich campus climate attract academic and professional talent improve access to higher education for historically underrepresented groups and strengthen the Us ability to educate the next generation of leaders. The University of Utah recognizes that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. This institution offers benefits to same and differentsex domestic partners and spouses. About Salt Lake City The University is located in Salt Lake City the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately 1.26 million residents. The city is known for extensive arts and cultural activities boasts a new major international airport and has received international recognition for its light rail system foodie culture downtown renewal and increasing diversity. Hosting a vibrant arts community and dance scene Salt Lake City is home to thriving longstanding performing arts entities including Ballet West Repertory Dance Theatre RirieWoodbury Dance Company Pioneer Theatre Company Utah Symphony Utah Opera and Sundance Film Festival among others. Located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains Salt Lake City offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation with ten worldclass ski resorts and five national parks within hours of the city. Salt Lake City is home to a robust array of diverse communities facilitating numerous opportunities for interaction with a range of civic and political organizations given the citys role as the governmental and social nerve center of the state. In 2023 U.S News and World Report ranked Utah as the best state in the U.S.A. and Salt Lake City as one of the top 100 best places to live in the nation. Salt Lake City currently holds a 100/100 rating on the Human Rights Campaigns Municipal Equality Index for its inclusivity of the LGBTQ community. Application Required Qualifications Terminal degree in dance or a related area required doctoral degree preferred. Preferred Qualifications At least 3 years teaching experience either in community K12 and/or higher education. Applicants will submit: Cover letter that addresses the specifics and vision for the position Curriculum vitae 35 Research samples (i.e. education portfolio scholarly writing and/or creative research) via links or documents A statement of no more than 500 words that addresses a commitment to equity diversity inclusion and access as these relate to teaching and/or research. 3 letters of recommendation Contact information for 5 references Graduate transcripts (copies are fine for the application process but official versions will be required upon hire)