Texas Christian University Seeks Assistant Professor of Dance for August 2027 Start
The School for Classical & Contemporary Dance (SCCDance) at Texas Christian University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Dance, with a start date of August 2027. Applicants are required to hold a terminal degree in Dance or a related field, or possess an MA alongside seven years of professional experience, including a minimum of three years in pre-professional teaching. Preferred candidates will have university-level teaching experience, expertise in diasporic dance forms, and knowledge of dance theory or history. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references. The review of applications will commence on November 1, 2026, and will remain open until the position is filled. For inquiries, reach out to Human Resources at hrtalentacquisition@tcu.edu or Dr. Suki John at s.john@tcu.edu.
Key facts
- Texas Christian University's School for Classical & Contemporary Dance seeks an Assistant Professor of Dance
- The full-time, on-campus position is tenure-track and starts in August 2027
- Duties include teaching contemporary dance technique and related courses
- Required: terminal degree in Dance or related area, or completion expected by start date, or MA with at least seven years of professional performing/teaching experience
- Required: minimum three years of pre-professional teaching experience and evidence of creative or scholarly research activity
- Preferred: college-level dance teaching, experience with diasporic or culturally rooted dance forms, and classroom-based dance courses
- Application materials: two-page maximum cover letter, curriculum vitae with links, and three professional references
- Review of applications begins November 1, 2026, and the position stays open until filled
Entities
Artists
- Suki John
Institutions
- Texas Christian University
- School for Classical & Contemporary Dance
- College of Fine Arts at Texas Christian University
Locations
- Texas
- United States
- Fort Worth