The Missouri State University Department of Theatre and Dance invites applications for an Artist in Residence, Dance starting August 2026. This is a one-year non-tenure-track position may be renewed. Our undergraduate programs offer rigorous training in a liberal arts setting. Theatre and Dance belongs to the School of the Arts, which is one of five schools in the Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (RCASH). The department annually produces two dance concerts, two musicals, three additional plays during the academic year, as well as Tent Theatre’s three productions each summer. Missouri State University Department of Theatre and Dance offers a BFA in Musical Theatre, BFA in Theatre and Dance with a Dance option, a BS in Dance, and a Dance minor. The program welcomes students of diverse backgrounds and interests. The successful candidate will embrace the Missouri State University public affairs mission which includes cultural competency, ethical leadership, and community engagement.

Required qualifications: Terminal degree which may include MFA (60 credit hours) or Ph.D. Other candidates may be considered with significant, high-level professional experience. Two years teaching in studio or the university classroom.

In addition to technique classes, the candidate may also teach classes in research methods, dance composition, and/or other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Dance faculty members choreograph/direct for the department’s main stage Fall Dance Concert and Spring Dance Concert. There are also opportunities to choreograph and direct musical theatre productions. All ranked faculty are expected to help with recruitment, advise students, and serve on departmental, college, and/or university committees as available.

Missouri State University is located in Springfield, in the Ozark Mountain region. MSU’s Public Affairs Mission distinguishes it from other institutions of higher learning, and underscores its teaching philosophy. Springfield boasts an active arts community and offers an affordable lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years of teaching experience and/or significant professional experience, with the ability to teach at least three of the following technique styles: Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theater Dance Styles, or other Cultural/Non- Western dance forms.

Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Institution

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume or cv, a link to a video of dance teaching, and a list of five references. Date of first consideration is April 27, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85936