ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.?Title: Assistant/ Associate Professor of Dance (Musical Theatre Emphasis)Start Date: August 2026 Position Summary. The Department of Theatre at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Dance with a Musical Theatre emphasis. The position serves a competitive, audition-based BFA program of approximately 75–80 students. Essential Duties - Teach dance technique (ballet, jazz, musical theatre, tap and modern a plus.) - Choreograph 1–2 dance concerts annually - Choreograph fall Homecoming Musical and spring musical - Mentor and advise students - Participate in recruitment, auditions, and departmental service - Collaborate with faculty on productions. Required Qualifications - Demonstrated excellence in dance technique and choreography (concert and musical theatre) - Ability to teach multiple styles - MFA, PhD, Ed. D, or equivalent professional experience (e.g., Broadway, major companies)Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued) - Musical theatre directing experience - Proficiency in additional theatre/movement practices - Significant professional credits in choreography or performance - Experience mentoring students for professional industry pathways - Collegiate teaching experience. Program Information. Audition-based BFA program admitting 20–24 students annually. Seven tracks; Musical Theatre is the largest and Dance is a growing emphasis. Students participate in NYC Senior Industry Showcase and pursue careers in Broadway, film, and television. Application Requirements. Please include a Portfolio (video links) and Cover Letter in addition to the other required documents listed in the application.