Assistant Professor of Dance Tenure-Track

Lamar University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Beaumont, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number 202284
Classification Title
Position Title Assistant Professor of Dance Tenure-Track
FTE 1.0
FLSA
Salary Commensurate
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:

The Department of Theatre & Dance at Lamar University is seeking a full time Assistant Professor in Dance, Tenure Track, beginning Fall of 2024.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities would include teaching a 4/4 within the dance emphasis in areas of the candidate’s specialty, including but not limited to Ballet I-III, Jazz I-III, Modern I-III, Dance Improvisation and/or Dance Composition; teaching at least one section of Dance Appreciation per semester; choreographing for the fall and spring faculty dance concerts. Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to: overseeing the Applied Choreography class and class showcase; serving as concert director for Spring and/or Fall Dance concerts; program recruitment on a regional and national level; service on committees within the department and university


Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. 
 
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. 
Benefits:
At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
  • MFA in Dance
Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Certification Required
Key Competencies
Physical Requirements
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EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

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Posting Detail Information


Open Date 12/18/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/13619

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