Lecturer of Dance

Union College invites applications for the position of Lecturer of Dance, beginning September 1, 2027. Applications will be accepted through September 4th, 2026, and the candidate review will begin in September 2026. Responsibilities The standard teaching load at Union College is six full-credit courses or their equivalents during each academic year of the appointment. The six-course load for this position includes a mixture of technique and choreography practicum sections and full-credit courses totaling five course equivalents, plus one course release for serving as coordinator/faculty mentor for the Spring choreography showcase and Associate Director for the Winter Dance Concert. In addition to the standard six-course load, every Lecturer fulfills one additional course equivalent of co-curricular duties specific to the needs of their academic program. For this position, these co-curricular duties include four areas: 1) support the overall coordination and administration of the Dance Program’s activities, including developing and implementing policies, procedures, and guidelines that support courses, rehearsals, performances, and workshops; 2) work closely with the Director of Dance to plan and manage the program calendar and coordinate use of Henle Dance and studio spaces; 3) serve as the primary liaison between student dance organizations and the program, providing mentorship and coordination support for initiatives such as FallU; and 4) collaborate to develop guest artist residencies and workshops across a range of dance forms, enhancing student learning, community engagement, and professional development opportunities throughout the academic year. Qualifications Candidates should hold an MFA in dance or another comparable performance area along with suitable experience in dance at an academic level. They should also have a record of professional experience as performer and/or choreographer, including the ability to integrate performers with a variety of experience levels into their creative work. Candidates holding other degrees who demonstrate exceptional professional, administrative, and academic teaching experience will be considered. We welcome applicants who have demonstrable openness to diversity of expression and innovation across multiple disciplines and forms of dance, even including traditionally underrepresented forms. Candidates should be able to offer full-credit choreography courses, and courses exploring various histories, contexts, and interdisciplinary connections from beginner through advanced levels. The candidate must also be able to teach choreography and technique practicum classes to mixed-level groups in one or more styles that support and expand the current offerings. Candidates are encouraged to highlight their ability to contribute courses that would support the College's rich array of interdisciplinary programs. Location Schenectady, NY Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $68,500-70,500. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Benefits Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts) Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability Tuition Exchange Background Checks In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions. E-Verify Participation Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Role, Inc.