Phase2 Technology
Assistant Professor of Dance (T/TE) (UPDATED)
Phase2 Technology, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Assistant Professor of Dance (T/TE) (UPDATED)
Posting Number:
req24621
Department:
School of Dance
Department Website Link:
https://dance.arizona.edu/
Location:
Main Campus
Address:
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The School of Dance at the University of Arizona seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Dance position, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester.
We welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of dance practices with expertise in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Commercial styles and/or Vogueing. The successful candidate will teach studio practice and lecture courses and create concert performance works. The candidate will contribute to the School of Dance through teaching, creative or scholarly research, collaborative initiatives, and service to the community as assigned at the School, College, and University levels.
A nationally ranked program, the School of Dance fosters a student-centered and engaged learning environment that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual analysis skills. We maintain a unique focus on performance, choreography, and pedagogy to prepare students for professional careers. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university with a devotion to the arts. All interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about how we ensure excellence in the arts by visiting
cfa.arizona.edu/about/arizona-arts .
The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves as a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (U of A) campus. At U of A, we live our
Mission, Purpose, and Values
as a land-grant university. U of A is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and one of the nation’s strongest public universities, offering more than 150 majors. We have been recognized for our innovative life-work programs. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; dependent care programs; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! Learn about working at U of A by visiting talent.arizona.edu.
Duties & Responsibilities
Foster a pluralistic learning environment and a sense of dignity, belonging, and empowerment for all students.
Contribute to curriculum development, faculty governance, and administrative responsibilities of the School and College.
Contribute to collaborative initiatives across the College of Fine Arts, Arizona Arts division, and the greater university.
Collaborate effectively with the School Director, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop undergraduate/graduate curriculum.
Contribute to public engagement, leadership, partnership, or outreach with a range of communities.
Maintain teaching and creative/research activities with an ongoing professional practice; activities should advance a national and/or international research profile of creativity in choreography, publications, performance, or other relevant practices.
Candidates may also teach the following dance practices/courses: choreography, Business/Careers in Dance, Teaching Methods, Dance History—including global histories, Dance Technology and Digital Media, General Education Large Lecture Courses (in-person/online), Improvisational Forms, Music and Dance Collaboration, Other courses as assigned and contingent on the expertise of the candidate hired for this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to problem-solve, collaborate, and work well with others.
Ability to foster among students a sense of belonging and opportunities for personal growth and development.
Minimum Qualifications
MFA in Dance or equivalent professional field.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant professional experience as a performer, choreographer, and/or dance artist.
At least three years or more teaching and choreographing experience at the university level or professional equivalency.
Strong professional experience in teaching at least one of the techniques or style listed in the Position Highlights.
Experience mentoring/applying new pedagogies and classroom strategies to advance fair and accessible learning opportunities.
Details Rank:
Assistant Professor
Tenure Information:
Tenure-Eligible (TE)
FLSA:
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week:
40
Job FTE:
1.0
Work Calendar:
Academic
Job Category:
Faculty
Benefits Eligible:
Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay:
DOE
Compensation Type:
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies:
1
Contact Information for Candidates:
Duane Cyrus, dcyrus@arizona.edu
Open Date:
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please make sure to attach a copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Teaching Statement.
Please note video examples and references may be requested at later date.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. The ASR discloses information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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req24621
Department:
School of Dance
Department Website Link:
https://dance.arizona.edu/
Location:
Main Campus
Address:
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The School of Dance at the University of Arizona seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Dance position, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester.
We welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of dance practices with expertise in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Commercial styles and/or Vogueing. The successful candidate will teach studio practice and lecture courses and create concert performance works. The candidate will contribute to the School of Dance through teaching, creative or scholarly research, collaborative initiatives, and service to the community as assigned at the School, College, and University levels.
A nationally ranked program, the School of Dance fosters a student-centered and engaged learning environment that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual analysis skills. We maintain a unique focus on performance, choreography, and pedagogy to prepare students for professional careers. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university with a devotion to the arts. All interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about how we ensure excellence in the arts by visiting
cfa.arizona.edu/about/arizona-arts .
The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves as a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (U of A) campus. At U of A, we live our
Mission, Purpose, and Values
as a land-grant university. U of A is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and one of the nation’s strongest public universities, offering more than 150 majors. We have been recognized for our innovative life-work programs. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; dependent care programs; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! Learn about working at U of A by visiting talent.arizona.edu.
Duties & Responsibilities
Foster a pluralistic learning environment and a sense of dignity, belonging, and empowerment for all students.
Contribute to curriculum development, faculty governance, and administrative responsibilities of the School and College.
Contribute to collaborative initiatives across the College of Fine Arts, Arizona Arts division, and the greater university.
Collaborate effectively with the School Director, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop undergraduate/graduate curriculum.
Contribute to public engagement, leadership, partnership, or outreach with a range of communities.
Maintain teaching and creative/research activities with an ongoing professional practice; activities should advance a national and/or international research profile of creativity in choreography, publications, performance, or other relevant practices.
Candidates may also teach the following dance practices/courses: choreography, Business/Careers in Dance, Teaching Methods, Dance History—including global histories, Dance Technology and Digital Media, General Education Large Lecture Courses (in-person/online), Improvisational Forms, Music and Dance Collaboration, Other courses as assigned and contingent on the expertise of the candidate hired for this position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to problem-solve, collaborate, and work well with others.
Ability to foster among students a sense of belonging and opportunities for personal growth and development.
Minimum Qualifications
MFA in Dance or equivalent professional field.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant professional experience as a performer, choreographer, and/or dance artist.
At least three years or more teaching and choreographing experience at the university level or professional equivalency.
Strong professional experience in teaching at least one of the techniques or style listed in the Position Highlights.
Experience mentoring/applying new pedagogies and classroom strategies to advance fair and accessible learning opportunities.
Details Rank:
Assistant Professor
Tenure Information:
Tenure-Eligible (TE)
FLSA:
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week:
40
Job FTE:
1.0
Work Calendar:
Academic
Job Category:
Faculty
Benefits Eligible:
Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay:
DOE
Compensation Type:
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies:
1
Contact Information for Candidates:
Duane Cyrus, dcyrus@arizona.edu
Open Date:
12/23/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please make sure to attach a copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Teaching Statement.
Please note video examples and references may be requested at later date.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. The ASR discloses information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
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