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The University of Virginia Department of Drama seeks applications to fill part-time, non-renewable, non-tenure track Lecturer positions in Dance for Fall 2023 & Spring 2024. Preferred candidates will have expertise in teaching beginning to intermediate/advanced movement practice classes in non-western forms, modern/contemporary and/or jazz dance, which may include practices from one or more of the following areas: African diasporic forms, Latin jazz, classic jazz, vernacular jazz, musical theatre dance, amongst others. Course load will be 1-3 (1-credit) courses for the academic year with compensation at $6,000 per course.
Candidates will also have the option to create a piece of choreography with students for the Fall or Spring dance concert for additional compensation of $2000. The Dance Program strives to place course material in its socio-cultural and historical contexts. We seek artists/scholars who have a strong commitment to progressive pedagogical practices and creative research, who will contribute to the ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusivity efforts of the Drama Department and prioritize the creation of an inclusive learning environment. Candidates are expected to possess strong interpersonal skills and an interest in engaging undergraduate students in a dance minor program in creative practice. Teaching experience is required. A terminal degree is desired but not required.
To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter and the Contact information for 3 references . Search on requisition number: R0047485.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Brandi Shifflett, HR Specialist at (434) 243-4095 or brc2s@virginia.edu.
Questions related to the position may be directed to Richard Will at rw6w@virginia.edu .
The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
