Assistant Teaching Professor of Dance
Appointment Type Faculty Job Description The Department of Kinesiology and Health in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for a term faculty teaching position in the area of Dance. This will be at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. Responsibilities include teaching at all levels of ballet, contemporary modern dance, dance composition, dance history, as well as other potential areas of specialty including, but not limited to; jazz, hip hop, musical theater, dance production, and yoga. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising a student dance company that meets regularly, invites guest instructors, and holds performances throughout the year. As the faculty advisor, responsibilities include serving as the Artistic Director of Barjche’, the main stage production at Fisher Theatre, which features both public performances and student matinees for public education. Additionally, the role involves maintaining an active artistic practice and contributing to the creation of original choreography for students. In these various roles, the candidate is responsible for mentoring student choreographers, providing feedback on their work, and assisting in bringing it to the stage. The candidate works closely with the theatre production staff to schedule technical needs for productions, arranges a guest choreographer for a residency, and coordinates the annual Scholarship Concert dance event. The successful candidate will serve as the faculty representative for the American College Dance Association (ACDA), participating in, coordinating, and accompanying student conferences. This faculty member will share in committee responsibilities within the Department of Kinesiology and Health, as well as collaborate with the other dance faculty in developing and serving the Iowa State University Dance Program. The initial appointment will span the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters, from August 16, 2026, through May 15, 2027. Appointment renewal is possible and will be determined by performance and department need. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. Required Minimum QualificationsThe Department of Kinesiology and Health is one of five academic units within the College of Health and Human Sciences, offering B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Kinesiology and Health. The department has approximately 1100 undergraduate and 40 graduate students, making it one of the largest academic departments at Iowa State. Through our teaching, research, service, and outreach efforts, the Department of Kinesiology and Health strives to promote health and well-being by creating and disseminating knowledge about physical activity and healthy living, thereby improving the lives of citizens in Iowa, the United States, and the world. The expertise and interests of our nationally recognized faculty are diverse, reflecting biomechanical, pedagogical, physiological, psychological, and sociocultural perspectives on physical activity, exercise, and health.
Department Unit/Website Proposed Start Date August 16, 2026 Proposed End Date Or Length Of Term May 15, 2027 Number Of Months Employed Per Year 09 Month Work Period Time Type Full time Application Instructions To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:For guaranteed consideration, please submit your application by January 12, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.
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