Lecturer in Dance History, Analysis, Practice at InsideHigherEd

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Job Description:

Position Summary

Binghamton University is seeking a Lecturer to join the Theatre Department in the fields of dance studies and dance history. This is a full-time position with a 3/3 teaching load.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching is the primary focus of this position. Teaching responsibilities may include introductory and advanced dance history courses, specialized topical classes, introductory theatre or musical theatre history, dance practice courses (e.g., modern dance), wellness practices like "Yoga for Performers," and additional offerings aligned with the candidate's area of expertise.

The successful candidate will teach a range of courses that support the Theatre Department's core curriculum and electives, spanning dance history, theory, practice, and wellness. They will also have the opportunity to develop courses that reflect their own scholarly and artistic expertise, enriching the department's diverse offerings. We are especially interested in candidates who can engage students through inclusive, culturally responsive, and interdisciplinary teaching.

While this position is focused on teaching, fluency in the contemporary field of dance studies is required, and an active research profile is especially welcome.

The successful candidate will undertake service on department committees.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in dance studies or closely related field by August 17, 2026
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching dance
• Experience teaching dance theory/history courses
• Experience teaching dance movement classes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of academic publications
• Experience in curriculum development in dance

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.

Additional Information:

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Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Application Instructions:

To apply, submit the following documents via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=194119

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Contact information for three professional references

Letters of recommendation and additional materials will be sought as applicants advance through the search process.

Applications will be reviewed starting November 25, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually.