Open-Rank Dance Professor - Teaching Focus

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, NC seeks an Open Rank - Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor in Dance to lead and develop innovative courses and research in dance pedagogy and somatics. The role emphasizes teaching, service, and scholarly activity within a growing department.

The successful candidate will require an MFA or PhD in Dance (or related field) with expertise in Pilates mat, yoga, or somatics, and the ability to teach a range of dance courses including technology‑oriented offerings.

Qualifications

• Requires MFA or PhD in Dance or related field; degree must be completed prior to August 2027.
• Experience with Pilates mat, yoga, or other somatics discipline; able to teach additional dance courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach approximately nine credit hours per semester with a focus on dance and somatics.
• Contribute to research or creative activity and to departmental and university service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pilates mat

Yoga

Somatics

Dance instruction

Dance technique variety

Education

MFA or PhD in Dance or related field

Job description

NC State University in Raleigh, NC seeks an Open Rank - Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor in Dance to lead and develop innovative courses and research in dance pedagogy and somatics. The role emphasizes teaching, service, and scholarly activity within a growing department.

The successful candidate will require an MFA or PhD in Dance (or related field) with expertise in Pilates mat, yoga, or somatics, and the ability to teach a range of dance courses including technology‑oriented offerings.