Description
Job Summary
The UGA Department of Dance invites applications for a 9-month Assistant Professor tenure-track faculty position specializing in ballet beginning August 1, 2025.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in all levels of ballet technique, pointe, and related theory.
Additional departmental responsibilities may include choreographing for mainstage productions, supervision of dance production courses, directing dance concerts, recruitment activities, academic advising, and others as assigned.
As the University of Georgia is a leading research university, tenure track faculty are expected to develop a creative and/or scholarly research program that will lead to regional, national, and/or international prominence. Areas of research could include but are not limited to choreography, restaging, performing, scholarly research/publication related to areas above, or production of digital dance media.
Qualifications
A terminal degree (MFA or PhD degree) or professional equivalent in Dance or related field. Candidates without a terminal degree will also be considered and must document exceptional professional accomplishments in Dance as well as be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
Two years university teaching experience.
Professional expertise in ballet technique and related areas.
Demonstrated engagement in creative activity and/or scholarly research.
It is preferred that the candidate possess the ability to teach and develop coursework in the field of Dance Science, Health, and Wellness, mentor students in these areas, and support the Department of Dance in developing a certificate program in this area of specialization.
Application Process
Please apply online (https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/403807) and submit:
Letter of application
Curriculum vita
Names of at least three references with contact information
Proof of degree, video documentation of teaching, evidence of creative activity and/or scholarly research, and letters of recommendation will be requested via email during the search process.
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 1, 2025.
For questions, please contact the committee chair at lfusillo@uga.edu
The UGA Department of Dance, within the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, offers the A.B. degree with an option of teacher certification and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. Students also may elect a Double Dawg degree, earning a master's degree in Non-Profit Management with an additional year of study. Dance Internships and Study Abroad experiences are also offered. Currently, three tenure-track, two Lecturers, and additional adjunct faculty and staff serve undergraduate dance majors, dance minors, and 600-800 other university students each year. Department supported performances include UGA Dance Company, Black History Month Celebration, Young Choreographers Series, Ballroom Performance Group, and others. Annual performances are held in the New Dance Theatre, a flexible theatre space in the Dance Building. The Dance Building also contains four studios, an interactive learning classroom and a multi-purpose meeting room for student/faculty use. More information at: www.dance.uga.edu.
Georgia is well known for its quality of life regarding both outdoor and urban activities (www.georgia.gov). UGA is a land and sea grant institution located in Athens, 90 minutes northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Requirements
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in all levels of ballet technique, pointe, and related theory.
Additional departmental responsibilities may include choreographing for mainstage productions, supervision of dance production courses, directing dance concerts, recruitment activities, academic advising, and others as assigned.
As the University of Georgia is a leading research university, tenure track faculty are expected to develop a creative and/or scholarly research program that will lead to regional, national, and/or international prominence. Areas of research could include but are not limited to choreography, restaging, performing, scholarly research/publication related to areas above, or production of digital dance media.
Qualifications
A terminal degree (MFA or PhD degree) or professional equivalent in Dance or related field. Candidates without a terminal degree will also be considered and must document exceptional professional accomplishments in Dance as well as be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
Two years university teaching experience.
Professional expertise in ballet technique and related areas.
Demonstrated engagement in creative activity and/or scholarly research.
It is preferred that the candidate possess the ability to teach and develop coursework in the field of Dance Science, Health, and Wellness, mentor students in these areas, and support the Department of Dance in developing a certificate program in this area of specialization.