"Lecturer in Dance"

Lecturer in Dance

Princeton University: Office of the Dean of the Faculty: Humanities: Lewis Center for the Arts: Dance, LCA

Location
Princeton, NJ

Open Date
Jan 15, 2026

Salary Range or Pay Grade
$81,700 - $172,800

Description

The Princeton Dance Program is seeking choreographers to teach fall 2026 courses staging repertory or creating work with students. Positions are expected to begin September 1, 2026. Classes are expected to meet twice per week with performances at the Berlind Theater in late November 2026. Each class must integrate dance training to meet the demands of the repertory. Choreographers must be open to working with performers of varying backgrounds and experiences. Works must be suitable for gender neutral casting and appropriate for varying cast sizes, depending on enrollments. Responsibilities include grading students based on an evaluation of their participation and work in the semester. We welcome a range of styles, genres, and practices.

The Dance Program pursues its mission by bringing together a vibrantly diverse community of people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, skills and talents and encourages applications from the broadest possible range of candidates.

The work location for these positions is in-person on campus at Princeton University. These positions are subject to the University's background check policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.