Visiting Assistant Professor - Dance

Visiting Assistant Professor – Dance Location: Milwaukee, WI. Employment type: Terminal (Fixed Term), one‑year appointment beginning August 24, 2026 through May 23, 2027, with potential for renewal up to two additional years. Key Responsibilities The visiting faculty will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Contemporary Ballet and/or Hip Hop/Urban dance practices, dance theory, dance history, and dance studies. Responsibilities also include choreographing for faculty/guest concerts and contributing to department, college, and university service including recruitment, outreach, mentorship, and faculty governance. Faculty will maintain academic and/or creative research and professional engagement with local, state, and national associations. Compensation Up to $65,000 (final salary offer based on qualifications and experience). Required Qualifications Terminal degree (MFA or PhD in Dance or relevant field) by start of appointment. At least 1 year (2 semesters) of teaching experience in higher education. Ample experience and evidence of teaching Contemporary Ballet and/or Hip Hop/Urban dance forms. Knowledge and expertise to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in dance theory, dance history, and/or dance studies through a 21st‑century lens. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching Contemporary Ballet and/or Hip Hop/Urban dance forms in higher education for at least one year. A professional portfolio demonstrating recent and ongoing innovations in choreographic, scholarly, and/or creative research. Experience teaching and/or applying somatic movement practices. Equal Opportunity Employer UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.