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Position Title
Assistant Professor of Dance (Tenure-Track)
Position Number
897528
Position Category
School/Division
Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties
Department
Full-Time or Part-Time
Full-Time
Description
The Department of Drama and Dance at Hofstra University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Dance to begin work on January 25, 2027. The successful candidate will join our nationally recognized Dance Program and will contribute to our mission of training the next generation of dynamic and diverse dance artists, educators and multi-disciplinary scholars.
Interested applicants for this position should have significant experience in teaching dance courses in higher education, a sustained commitment to inclusive pedagogy, a clearly articulated creative agenda, with a record of professional and scholarly achievement, and the capacity for visionary artistic and programmatic leadership.
Responsibilities include teaching a range of courses for undergraduates, which could include Contemporary techniques, Modern, Ballet, Jazz, African dance techniques and the ability to teach in other areas such as Choreography, Somatics, Contemporary Partnering, Dance and Film, or other interdisciplinary and emerging artistic practices.
The successful candidate will play an active role in the artistic and academic leadership of the Dance Program. In addition, they will contribute to the program in ways such as mentoring students, producing dance concerts, curating repertory, choreographing for performances, and leading recruitment efforts both on and off campus.
We seek highly engaged dance professionals with a sustained artistic career in their field, who will enrich our collaborative, diverse, and interdisciplinary community and who will be committed to continuing their creative practice to bring innovative industry knowledge into the classroom. Ongoing professional activity is expected to advance the University's reputation and represent the quality of our faculty and programs on national and global platforms.
Hofstra University, located just 30 miles from New York City, is committed to nurturing strong artistic talent and skills in our 80 Dance majors from across the U.S. and beyond. We integrate dynamic professional artists as teaching faculty and guest choreographers to advance the mission of both the department and Hofstra University. This position offers the opportunity to join a team of core faculty members dedicated to continually evolving curriculum, repertory, and teaching approaches that support inclusive student learning and achievement.
Qualifications

• MFA or PhD in Dance or the equivalent in professional experience
• University-level teaching and student mentorship experience

Preferred Quals Summary

• Significant record of work in the professional field
• Leadership experience, including program development, artistic leadership

Special Instructions
Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Links to a professional website, YouTube Channel, Vimeo, etc.
• Evidence of effectiveness as an educator
• Contact information of three professional references

All applications received by September 30, 2026, will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be directed to Robin.K.Becker@Hofstra.edu.
Deadline
Open until filled
Tenure Track
Yes
Date Posted
09/03/2026
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range
$85,000-$90,000
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.