Repetiteur: 80%

About the job

The ZHdK, with around 2100 Bachelor’s and Master’s students, is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe. The fields of study and research include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theatre and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, the ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students’ project work is publicly presented.
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The Dance Academy Zurich, taZ, the professional ballet school for Classical Dance in Switzerland, situated within the Department of Performing Arts and Film at the Zurich University of the Arts, trains young national and international talents to become professional stage dancers in classical dance as part of its study programme (basic and main studies).

For classical ballet instruction, the Dance Academy (taZ) Zurich is seeking as of 1 February 2027 or by arrangement:

Repetiteur: 80%

Your tasks
The role includes musical accompaniment in classical dance lessons at a professional level across various class levels – from basic studies to main studies. The aim is to support the lessons through sensitive and stylistically diverse musical interpretation and to accompany the dancers’ work dynamically. Another focus is on musical support during rehearsals. Lessons generally take place Monday to Friday, mornings and afternoons.

Your profile
You have a profound piano education and possess strong improvisational skills. You have several years of experience accompanying dance lessons at a professional level in classical ballet, pas de deux and classical variations.

What you can expect from us
We offer you an interesting and demanding role in a lively and collegial environment at Zurich’s Toni Areal. We foster an inclusive culture and value diversity. Our benefits are varied and a matter of course.

Your contacts for further information
Jason Beechey, Head of Dance
HR contact person: Mirjam Schütz, HR Business Partner

Additional information about the Dance Academy can be found at www.tanzakademie.ch and www.zhdk.ch .

Please submit your complete application documents by 22 November 2026 via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that only online applications will be considered for this position. Interviews will take place on 2 and 3 December 2026.

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Zurich University of the Arts