Visiting Professor of Dance

Visiting Professor of Dance

Ohio University's School of Dance seeks a faculty member with expertise in contemporary dance practices, dance composition, dance pedagogy, and global dance forms. We are looking for an active dance artist-educator who will embrace our mission of building a welcoming community and encouraging critical dialogue through practice and performance to prepare students to be dance innovators for the 21st century. The successful candidate will have experience teaching studio courses in dance composition, modern/contemporary dance techniques, and dance pedagogy.

Preference will be given to candidates whose studio practice integrates contemporary global forms, including African diasporic dance forms, and who have experience teaching dance appreciation with a global focus. We also welcome areas of expertise such as dance ethnography, movement analysis, jazz, ballet, or somatic practices.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in dance, including multiple levels of dance composition, contemporary/modern dance techniques, dance pedagogy, dance ethnography, and other relevant courses.
• Choreograph for student performers in our mainstage dance concert.
• Contribute to curriculum development that reflects current professional standards and evolving practices.
• Participate in recruitment, admissions, and audition processes for BFA applicants.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students on academic progress and career pathways.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and production leadership on concert planning and scheduling.
• Contribute to service at the School, College, and University levels.

This position may require days, nights, and weekends, including, but not limited to, technical and dress rehearsals. Hours required as dictated by academic and production schedules. Optional summer teaching or administrative opportunities are available in the Summer Dance Intensive, part of the College of Fine Arts Summer Programs.

Minimum Qualifications - MA or MFA terminal degree in performance or choreography, or closely related field by the start date of appointment or may request approval for consideration using the equivalent or tested experience outlined in Ohio University policy 18.001.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching dance technique and composition in higher education. Demonstrated ability to choreograph for a variety of dance productions. Professional experience in contemporary dance. Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices. Teaching experience in a BFA dance program. Effective collaborative, organizational, and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff. Demonstrative ability to mentor students from a range of backgrounds, including international students.

Experience in global contemporary forms, especially African diasporic dance. Experience teaching dance pedagogy, dance ethnography, dance appreciation, or related courses.

Department
- School of Dance

Pay Rate
- Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program.

Additional Information is available at .

Job Open Date - 06/01/2026

Posting Close Date
- The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by July 1, 2026.

Employment Type

- full-time term

Job Category
- Visiting Professor

Months - 9 month

Planning Unit
- College of Fine Arts

Work Schedule
- This position may require days, nights, and weekends, including, but not limited to, technical and dress rehearsals. Hours required as dictated by academic and production schedules.

Campus
- Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

- Tresa Randall; randall

Non-Discrimination Statement
- Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law.

Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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