37424BR
Department of Theatre and Dance
Position Description
Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
About the University
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
About the College
The Texas Tech University School of Theatre & Dance within the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts is accepting applications for an Instructor of Dance position.
About the Department/School/Area
We in the School of Theatre and Dance recognize the continuous, intentional, and ever-evolving work of addressing historical and systemic injustice. Our students come from all walks of life and deserve to have the richness of their diverse backgrounds reflected in and supported by our teaching and practice. Recently coordinated efforts within the School have centered on diversifying and supporting faculty, transforming curricula, and reforming production practices, all with the goal of sustaining a place for artists, scholars, and educators to reach their full potential. As a community in transition that stands against racism, xenophobia, homophobia, sexism, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, classism, ableism, hate speech, ageism, and actions that silence, threaten, marginalize, or degrade others, we invite individuals who will bring their lived and creative experiences to our program to join us on this journey.
Major/Essential Functions
The Texas Tech University School of Theatre & Dance within the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts is accepting applications for an Instructor of Dance position. This position is for a nationally or internationally prominent educator of dance, with a commitment to helping to guide the theatre, dance, music, and art programs to national distinction and nurturing the next generation of dance educators/scholars enrolled in our dance program. The successful candidate will begin service in this part-time position at the beginning of the 2024 fall semester.
Organization
Texas Tech University
Faculty Qualifications
Graduate degree (Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or PhD) in Dance or related field, or a combination of the two.
Preferred Qualifications
Duty Point
TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide the following with your application:
Job Type
Part Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
Travel Required
None
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Instructors
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Salary Grade
800