Assistant Professor of Dance

Position Details Posting Number: req34847 Employment Type: Faculty Faculty Type: Tenure/Tenure-Track Hiring Department: Theatre and Dance (652A) Academic Location: College of Fine Arts Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM Benefits The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary This is a probationary position leading to a tenure decision. The typical timeline for tenure decisions at the University of New Mexico is a total of six years, with a mid-probationary review after the first three years. The Dance Program at the University of New Mexico offers the following degrees: BA in Dance with designated concentrations in Contemporary and Flamenco; MA in Theatre and Dance with a concentration in Dance History and Criticism; MFA in Dance; BA in Interdisciplinary Arts in collaboration with other departments. The University of New Mexico is a Hispanic-enrolling institution in a minority/majority state. The Dance Program and University are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to cultivating an understanding of varied cultures through their teaching, research, and service. Teaching Responsibilities Teach three courses per semester at undergraduate and graduate levels in the area of flamenco. Flamenco technique at four levels (required) Flamenco choreography and improvisation (required) Flamenco history and/or dance pedagogy (welcome) Research Responsibilities Maintain a research agenda and creative activity that leads to publication and/or performance via appropriate platforms. Service Responsibilities Collaborate with faculty and lead initiatives regarding development of undergraduate and graduate dance curriculum and building strong degrees. Mentor and advise undergraduate dance majors. Advise graduate students and serve on thesis and dissertation committees. Mentor undergraduate and graduate choreography and research projects. Co-direct flamenco repertory ensemble. Participate in Dance Program administration, including meetings, the annual Dance Major Audition, recruitment activities, and serve on various departmental, college, and university committees. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: MFA in Dance or PhD in Dance or professional equivalent Three years of experience teaching Flamenco at the university level or equivalent Five years of professional performance and/or choreography in esteemed national and international venues (Tablaos and/or Theatre) Preferred Qualifications: Five years teaching Flamenco at the university level and/or equivalent Experience in building curriculum in Flamenco International connections in the professional Flamenco industry Ongoing current career as a performer, choreographer and/or artistic director Evidence of scholarly research in areas of expertise Clear research agenda A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities Equal Opportunity Employer The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of New Mexico