Theatre 2014-2015

Theatre and Performing Arts Jobs 2014-15 (for the 2015-2016 Academic Year)

This wiki page is for listings for faculty positions in theatre and other related performing arts fields (dance, performance studies, etc.) beginning in Fall 2015.

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Academic Credentials

• ABD = 6
• PhD = 7
• MFA & DFA =
• MFA & ABD = 2
• MFA & PhD = 2
• MA & MFA = 1
• MFA = 6
• MFA & Voice Certification = 1
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• TOTAL = 24

• NOTE: This listing doesn't add to the "TOTAL" so please retabulate when you add yourself to one of the categories.

Current Position Held

• Assistant Professor (current) = 5
• Associate Professor (current) = 1
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• Non-Tenure Track Instructor/VAP (current) = 5
• Adjunct = 9
• Full-Time College Theatre Staff=
• Post-Doctoral Fellow =2
• HS Theatre & CC Adjunct =
• No Position Currently = 4
• Graduate Student = 8
• Just Looking = 1
• Theatre Department Staff/PT Faculty=
• Search Committee Member = 1

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• TOTAL = 33

• NOTE: This listing doesn't add to the "TOTAL" so please retabulate when you add yourself to one of the categories.

Types of Positions Being Sought

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• Generalist = 17
• Acting = 6
• Acting and Music Theatre =1
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• Directing = 1
• Voice & Speech = 3
• Dramaturgy = 5
• Lit/Crit/History/Theory = 13
• Performance Studies = 8
• Dance Studies = 1
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  • Lighting Design = 1
• Technical Direction = 1
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• Department Chair = 1

2014-15 Theatre Jobs - Full-Time / Tenure-Track Positions

American University (DC) - TT Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

The Department of Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Theatre/Musical Theatre at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2015. The successful candidate will show strong potential for scholarly and professional growth and will have demonstrated excellence teaching musical theatre and/or theatre. While we seek a theatre generalist, we are particularly interested in candidates with scholarly/professional experience in one or more of the following areas: contemporary/experimental theatre, multicultural/world theatre, and classical theatre. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in theatre and/or musical theatre, advising students, directing and/or music directing one main stage production per year, and participating in departmental and university service. A terminal degree in theatre, musical theatre, or music is required at the time of appointment.

• The search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 24, 2014. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation by email to: streeks@american.edu, or mail to: Theatre Search, Department of Performing Arts, Katzen Arts Center, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8053.

Brooklyn College, CUNY (NY) - Asst. Professor of Acting

The Department of Theater at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Acting, specializing in Acting for the Camera and Shakespeare/Classical text position to begin Fall 2015.

The Department of Theater is one of New York's leading institutions in the training of Actors, Directors, Stage Designers, Performing Arts Managers, Historians and Theater Technicians. The Department offers undergraduate degree programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts in Theater, The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Technical Theater, The Master of Arts in Theater History and Criticism, and the Master of Fine Arts with concentrations in Acting, Directing, Design and Technical Theater, and Performing Arts Management.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Acting for the Camera, and in Shakespeare and Classical Text. S/he will mentor and provide advisement to student actors in Brooklyn College projects and productions, and work with theater faculty to develop curriculum and course content as well as to develop professional internships and professional development for BFA and MFA acting students. Additional areas of expertise will be taken into consideration. Faculty members are expected to serve in the shared governance structure at all levels of the College.Continued participation in professional performing arts activities within the area of expertise is expected. QUALIFICATIONS: MFA in Theater with a concentration in Acting or Directing and prior university teaching and professional acting or directing experience required. Preferred that the candidate has experience teaching both graduate and undergraduate students, and at least 4 years teaching at the college level. COMPENSATION: $61,903 - $74,133; Commensurate with experience and credentials. All appointments are subject to financial availability.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

• SOURCE: INDEED.COM - Assistant Professor - Acting (Theater)
• Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

Bryn Mawr College (PA) - Assistant Professor of Theatre (Acting/Directing)

The Theater Program at Bryn Mawr College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track beginning Assistant Professor position to start August 1, 2015. Our program serves students from Bryn Mawr and Haverford Colleges and is located in the Philadelphia area, which is home to a lively arts community. The position involves directing theater productions and teaching courses in acting and, potentially, other areas of interest. We seek a practicing artist or artist/scholar whose work and teaching will engage students in both creative and intellectual aspects of the artistic process. Candidates must have a MFA, or PhD (or equivalent expertise) in hand by the start date with significant training in acting, a track record as director of productions with undergraduate performers and a proven capacity to teach in a college or university. Teaching responsibilities include: multiple levels in an action-based (Stanislavski inspired) acting curriculum, one or more embodied performance practices, and other courses that connect creative and intellectual work (for example, courses that connect dramatic literature, cultural studies, or theory to performance). The successful candidate must have an established practice as an artist or artist/scholar.

• Submit as single pdf documents a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and statement of creative plans and/or research program by September 15, 2014 to the Theater Program Search Committee via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/25200. In addition, please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via Interfolio to the Theater Program Search Committee. Applications received by September 15, 2014 will receive full consideration.

California State University-Fullerton (CA) - TT Asst. Professor, Production and Stage Management

The Department of Theatre and Dance, California State University, Fullerton, seeks an organized, self-motivated, visionary faculty member to work hands on with students, staff and faculty in a Production Management and Stage Management curriculum. Must thrive in a fast paced collaborative environment, which produces 8 full Theatre productions and 2 Dance productions each academic year (4-5 full productions and 1 Dance production each semester). Weekend work and irregular hours are typical.

The successful candidate will teach Beginning and Advanced courses in Stage Management and Production Management (2 courses, per semester), create and manage the Production Schedule/Calendar, oversee/coordinate rehearsal space and use of four theatre spaces, assign, mentor and manage all Stage and Production Managers for all Main Stage and Grand Central Productions, as well as various internal projects as needed, manage/oversee/coordinate Production Schedule for Grand Central. Coordinate and Manage the Production Budget with the Department Chair, coordinate, schedule and lead weekly Theatre and Dance Production Meetings, forge and maintain viable, transparent, sustainable collaborative links between all areas of production and performance areas and collaborate with key Design and Production faculty in the development of a proposal for a future MFA Program in Stage Management. Faculty are expected to advise students, serve on Department and University committees, and pursue an active scholarly research agenda.

Qualifications

Required

MFA with other graduate degree and/or substantial professional experience

Must provide the ability to teach other theatre related courses

Experience integrating technology into production communication

A minimum of 2-3 years' experience teaching theatre and/or management at the college level (similar institution preferred)

Evidence of student mentorship experience and 2 years minimum Production Management experience at the University and/or Professional level.

Ability to interact effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and colleagues

Preferred

MFA in Theatre/Stage Management

Membership in Actors’ Equity Association (AEA)

Experience in other related Industries

Rank and Salary: The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is highly competitive and commensurate to rank, experience and qualifications. Periodic salary adjustments are enacted by the state legislature. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available, includes health/vision/dental plans, spousal, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver, access to campus child-care, defined-benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to http://hr.fullerton.edu/payroll_benefits/HealthCarePlans.asp

Job Control Number: 23603G-15-020

Appointment Date: August 2015

Application Procedure: Send a letter of application, graduate school transcripts; curriculum vitae and three (3) current letters of recommendation (must be dated 2014). An application is considered incomplete and is not reviewed by the committee until all materials are received. Please send application materials to: Debra Lockwood, Chair Production and Stage Management Search Committee, Department of Theatre and Dance, California State University, Fullerton, P.O. Box 6850, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850

In addition, please complete an Applicant Data Flow Form via secured website: https://diversity.fullerton.edu/appdataflow and enter the Job Control Number listed above.

• Application Deadline: To be assured of full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 15, 2014. Position will remain open until filled.

California State University-Fullerton (CA) - TT Asst. Professor, Dance Modern/Contemporary

The Department of Theatre and Dance at California State University, Fullerton seeks an outstanding individual to teach in the undergraduate dance program. The successful candidate will teach all levels of Modern/Contemporary technique, Creative Dance for Children and Composition. Additional duties may be in the following: Improvisation, Pedagogy, Dance History and Aesthetics. Choreography for departmental dance concerts is strongly encouraged. Participation in the departmental, college and university academic structure (i.e. committees, advising, etc.) as well as in external educational organizational and recruitment activities will be expected.

Job Control Number: 23603G-15-017

Rank & Salary: The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is highly competitive and commensurate to rank, experience and qualifications. Periodic salary adjustments are enacted by the state legislature. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available, includes health/vision/dental plans, spousal, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver, access to campus child-care, defined-benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to http://hr.fullerton.edu/payroll_benefits/HealthCarePlans.asp

Appointment Date: August 2015

Application Procedure: Send a letter of application, graduate school transcripts; curriculum vitae and three (3) current letters of recommendation (must be dated 2014). An application is considered incomplete and is not reviewed by the committee until all materials are received. Please send application materials to: D. Noble, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Theatre and Dance, California State University, Fullerton, P.O. Box 6850, Fullerton, CA 92834-6850.

In addition, please complete an Applicant Data Flow Form via secured website: https://diversity.fullerton.edu/appdataflow and enter the Job Control Number listed above.

Please Note: During the application review process the search committee may request additional documentation of previous academic and professional work. Do not send additional materials until requested to do so.

• To be assured of full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 15, 2014.

City University of New York Graduate Center (NY) - Associate or Full Professor - Ph.D. Program in Theatre

The Ph.D. Program in Theatre at the City University of New York's Graduate Center seeks to hire a tenured Associate or Full Professor. Internationally recognized scholars whose work is transnational and collaborative in scope are especially encouraged to apply. We seek a breadth of candidates but are particularly interested in applications from theatre and performance historians working in periods prior to 1900 and engaged in one or more of the following research areas: theatre and performance in relation to the humanities; European theatre and performance; embodied performance; visuality and performance; digital humanities and the archive. We wish to attract scholars who approach theatre and performance studies from an interdisciplinary and multilinguistic perspective through historically and theoretically grounded research. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of courses, including required core courses, as well as advise and direct a range of research projects.

QUALIFICATIONS: For the position, a Ph.D. and extensive previous experience in all facets of a faculty position are required, with experience on thesis and/or dissertation committees preferred and a demonstrated commitment to advising and mentoring. Minimum qualifications will include demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, and dedicated professional service. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter and resume in the RESUME FIELD via our online recruiting and application system CUNYfirst at http://www.cuny.edu. You may upload multiple attachments including supporting material, references, etc. Please read the job description for further instructions.

Full Job Description

• SOURCE: HERC
• CLOSING DATE: Open until filled with review to begin 11/15/14.

College of Wooster-Technical Director/Designer

Department of Theatre and Dance, The College of Wooster. One semester full-time, staff position beginning January 2015 OR a 10-month, full time, staff position (with the possibility of renewal), beginning August 2015. Position responsibilities include one design assignment per semester; technical direction for two theatre and two dance mainstage productions, as well as Senior thesis performances; construction of all scenery and light hang for all productions; maintenance of scene shop, theatre facilities and equipment; monitoring of inventory and safety of all students; balancing production budget; instruction and supervision of scene shop employees and lab students, supervision of College events in Freedlander Theatre. Skills in supervising stage management a major plus. MA/MFA in Technical Direction or Theatre Technology and supervisory experience expected; BA/BFA with considerable professional experience considered. Competitive salary, benefits and professional development funding available. Send application materials (letter of interest, c.v./resume, transcripts of highest degree earned, and list of references) to: Shirley Huston-Findley, Chair, Department of Theatre and Dance, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691.

Full Job Description: http://wooster.edu/offices/hr/jobs/opportunities/staff/tech-director/

Cornell University (NY) - TT Asst. Professor, Performance

Cornell University’s Department of Performing and Media Arts seeks an assistant professor of performance, with expertise specifically in the areas of acting/directing and/or in dance, for a tenure-track position beginning July 1, 2015. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in global performance traditions. Please note that the candidate must have either an MFA or Ph.D. officially awarded no later than July 1, 2015. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative artist or artist-scholar with a wide range of interests to teach undergraduate students in our major and minor in Performing and Media Arts, which combines theory and practice in theatre, film, dance, performance, installation, devised work and transmedia, increasingly in unusual and experimental ways. Courses – which uphold and challenge training traditions in a range of acting/directing or dance techniques -- would be determined by departmental needs and the candidate’s particular area(s) of expertise; the successful candidate will teach two courses each semester, participate in the department’s season of performances and events as a director or choreographer, and pursue a professional career beyond Cornell. We are interested in recruiting candidates who have demonstrated an ongoing, successful engagement with the highest standards of scholarship, teaching, and professional/creative activity consistent with the expectations for excellence in a Research I university. Our Department is committed to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4620. Candidates holding the Ph.D. should additionally submit a dissertation abstract and a scholarly writing sample of approximately 20-25 pages. Candidates holding the MFA should additionally submit a statement describing some admixture of their artistic vision, teaching philosophy, and creative ambitions.

• Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2014.

Hampshire College (MA) - Asst. Professor of Theatre

Hampshire College, an independent, liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, seeks an assistant professor of theatre to teach directing and dramaturgy. The heart of our experimenting theatre program is one-on-one mentorship, and student-driven productions in flexible spaces. Our curriculum is distinguished by courses and productions in childhood drama, theatre for young audiences, applied theatre, and devised and original drama. The theatre program is part of the School for Interdisciplinary Arts, which includes arts and social action as a mandate.

The successful candidate will have an MFA or PhD, and a minimum of two years of college-level teaching experience. Additionally, some professional experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: directing and devising original drama, non-text based narrative, intermedial performance, and/or intercultural theatre. Candidates should have experience working with diverse populations.

The assistant professor of theatre will teach courses in directing, dramaturgy, dramatic literature, supervise student-generated projects, and occasionally direct faculty-driven productions. The position also involves substantial student advising, program and course development and college governance. We are specifically seeking enthusiastic artists/educators prepared to work in collaboration with students, faculty and staff in expanding a program that values experimentation, innovation, and the support and development of voices historically absent from the stage. In support of the latter, candidates should have a record of developing and teaching courses that include one (or more) of the following: Multicultural Theatre, African-American Theatre, Global Theatre, Feminist Theatre, Theatre for Social Change, Community-Based Theatre and/or Documentary Drama. Hampshire is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and applicants of color.

• This full time position begins July 1, 2015, with review of applications to begin October 6, 2014. Hampshire College offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit program. Applicants are asked to submit a letter of application, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference via our website at https://jobs.hampshire.edu.
• SOURCE: Chronicle

Edith Cowan University, Perth Australia, Senior Lecturer - Acting

Posted - Aug. 5, 2014

Faculty of Education and Arts, Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Senior Lecturer, Course Coordinator – Acting, Fixed term (3 years), Full-time, Mount Lawley Campus, Perth, Austrailia,

Department Website: http://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/

Application Deadline: Sep. 1, 2014, Position Start Date: Available immediately

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About WAAPA: The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) at Edith Cowan University is one of the world’s leading Performing Arts academies. WAAPA’s elite Acting Program is part of a vibrant artistic environment encompassing a comprehensive suite of performing arts courses. WAAPA is looking to appoint an outstanding educator to run the prestigious Acting Program. This full-time, 3 year appointment will commence early in 2015, and will offer opportunities for a dynamic professional with industry experience to teach and coordinate the Bachelor of Acting course. The successful candidate should possess the following: A national or international profile as an Acting Teacher or industry equivalent; The ability to inspire students; A proven track-record of successful tertiary teaching; The ability to successfully instruct large numbers of students; Strong leadership and organisational skills; Personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry, and personal excellence; Completion of a higher degree, masters or doctorate would be desirable.

Benefits & Remuneration: This full-time, three (3) year fixed-term contract attracts remuneration of $108,703 to $125,342 (Level C) plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances. For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Future Staff website.

Contact: Interested applicants are welcome to call Associate Professor Andrew Lewis, Associate Head of School – Performance, on (08) 9370 6987 for more information.

• Please apply online at Job Ref – 183/2014 http://www.ecu.edu.au/employment-opportunities  In addition to your CV, please include a statement addressing the selection criteria. Applications Close: Monday September 1, 2014 at 9.30pm

Florida Gulf Coast University (FL) - Asst. / Assoc. Professor, Theatre (Non-TT)

Your initial assignment will include teaching, at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Job Responsibilities:

Teaches a 9-credit semester course load to include but not limited to: Theatre History, Script Analysis, Theatre Appreciation, Survey of Dramatic Literature, and other classes as needed. Assists in departmental recruiting efforts, participates in departmental productions. Assists with departmental activities (through activities such as conducting dramaturgy, or developing community outreach programs, etc.). Performs other functions for the department and the University as needed. Engages in professional and scholarly research/creative activity, and university and community service.

Occasional Duties:

Provides service and leadership to the university, college, and department. Seeks external funding to support the department's research and service work. Teaches on the main campus in Fort Myers with courses offered during the day, evenings, and/or weekends, as required. Potential for, or demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Experience or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued scholarship and service to the school and university.

Minimum Qualifications: Terminal MFA degree in Theatre History, Theatre Criticism or Dramaturgy from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation. Applicants must demonstrate a research agenda that indicates a potential for successful scholarship in the area of Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, or Theatre Criticism and/or demonstrate active engagement in professional dramaturgy or theatre criticism. Strong desire to be a collegial member of the university, college, and department.

ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2015. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. or DFA in Theatre History, Theatre Criticism or Dramaturgy from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation. Focused published research in the area of Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, or Theatre Criticism -and/or- demonstrate significant professional work as a dramaturg or theatre critic at the professional level. A record of university or college teaching experience.

Special Instructions: Appointment will be made at a faculty rank commensurate with the candidate's experience on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2015.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request and become property of FGCU.

• Apply at: http://jobs.fgcu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53961

• Deadline: 11/09/2014.

Grambling State (LA) - Assist/Assoc Professor in Design/Tech

Education, Minimum Training and Experience Required: Master of Arts or Master of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre Arts, with an emphases in technical theatre specially in lighting, and set design and some experience in sound design desired. At least 3 years' experience. Must be able to design and implement all scenic elements of a production in a timely manner and within budgetary limits. The desired candidate will be responsible for the supervision of students, inventory of equipment, setup, upkeep of sound equipment, theatre auditorium. The Technical Director is responsible for the construction, mounting, rigging and maintenance of all scenic elements in departmental productions. Must create a positive working environment and be a positive role model/mentor for students. Must have the ability to train students in all areas of technical theatre, including appropriate safety procedures.

Job Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses. Coordinate the assignment, scheduling, and training of student production personnel. Ensure that all aspects of productions are moving forward as scheduled, resulting in quality final product. Attend and give report at weekly Production Meetings. Report during the Postmortem. Read and study the play; attend first production conference at which Director presents his/her interpretation of the play
Prepare production budget. Train students in all areas of technical theatre, including appropriate safety procedures. Other duties as assigned

• Online App: https://careers.gram.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp

Macalester College (MN) -- Performance Design & Digital Media Technologies (Tenure-Track Asst. Prof.)

Macalester College invites applications for a faculty member in Performance Design and Digital/Media Technologies, at the Assistant Professor level. This faculty member will teach courses in scenic and lighting design for theatre, dance & performance events, with emphasis on design history in the teaching of practice. Successful candidates will be able to offer inter-disciplinary teaching through digital and media design, with potential cross-listings in the Departments of Art & Art History, Media & Cultural Studies or other areas. Experience in sound and/or costume design also welcome.

The 5-course teaching assignment includes designs for 2 mainstage productions at the college per year, with the expectation of mentorship of student assistants. The new faculty member will also supervise year-long capstone projects in Design, and participate in the Department’s collaboratively-advised senior capstone research and production process. The Search Committee will be looking for applicants’ abilities to contribute, through teaching and professional work, to the College’s commitments to Internationalism, Multiculturalism and Civic Engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS: M.F.A. or M.F.A./Ph.D., with primary strengths in scenic, lighting, digital and media design. Two years’ teaching experience preferred at the undergraduate level; teaching evaluations required. Continuous professional juried work, or a combination of juried work and scholarship, are necessary for portfolio consideration and are expected at pre-tenure and tenure evaluations. The designer should be experienced in successful collaboration and problem-solving, able to work effectively with faculty, production staff and guest artists in the development of artistically and educationally successful shows.

• To apply, please submit a cover letter; curriculum vita; teaching evaluations; 3 letters of reference; web links of work samples (10-15), to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4164. Email inquiries to Beth Cleary, Search Chair, cleary@macalester.edu. Applications received by October 1 will receive best consideration; interviewing is planned for Fall, 2014.

Monmouth College (IL) - TT Faculty, Theatre

Monmouth College, a liberal arts college and member of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest, seeks a tenure track replacement in the Department of Theatre beginning August, 2015. Terminal degree (MFA or Ph.D.) required. Responsibilities include teaching Theatre History, World Drama, directing one main stage production, supervising student directors, and teaching other classes in area of expertise (total of 6 courses per year). Ideal candidate will have expertise in Arts Management and would teach in the College's Integrated Studies sequence, an innovative general education curriculum.

• For fullest consideration candidate should send a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a graduate transcript, and a letter of application. Send these materials to Prof. Douglas Rankin, Theatre Search, Monmouth College, by e-mail to facultysearch@monmouthcollege.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until position is filled.
• Last year they closed this search without a hire. Anyone know the story behind that? Is it even worthwhile to apply to it again if you didn't get a first-round interview last year?
• I don't know the story behind last year's search but I can say without reservation that it is absolutely worthwhile to apply again if you didn't get a first-round interview last year. Hiring committees change from year to year - different people on the committee will change the dynamic and even if the same people are on the committee, aspects of the Department's priorities change from year to year. Also, the pool of applicants changes from year to year. There are so many variables that factor into a search. No reason not to apply this year if you are interested in the job.

New Mexico State University (NM) - Dept Head, Full Professor

Theatre Arts at NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY, 12-month position. Qualifications: PhD or MFA in Theatre discipline or a related field; record of excellence in higher education teaching/scholarship/service/outreach; eligible to be tenured at the rank of full Professor commensurate with criteria at http://manual.nmsu.edu/current-nmsu-policies. The Academic Department Head leads the Theatre Arts Department and its sister organization, American Southwest Theatre Company. The successful candidate is expected to provide leadership in facilitating long-term planning; mentor faculty; manage the day-to-day operational needs of the Department, including supervision of support staff, evaluating faculty, fiscal management, supporting student learning and allocating facilities/equipment for teaching, research, productions and service activities; represent the Department and maintain positive public relations with on and off-campus entities and relevant state and national organizations; nurture relationships with donors and potential donors.

• Application deadline is August 15, 2014; position begins 7/1/15. Salary is competitive. Full description and application at http://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/18455. NMSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (IL) - TT Asst. Professor (Scenic Design)

Title: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Theater/Scenic Design, SIU Carbondale.

Start Date: August 16, 2015

Qualifications: MFA in Theater and/or Scenic Design and practical experience as scenic designer, as well as skills in scene painting, current practices in scenic and stage property design and fabrication, and computer aided scenic design. Additionally, applicants must have the demonstrated ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in scenic design, scene painting, stage properties, period styles, and other theater related design courses.

Duties: Teach courses in the undergraduate and graduate areas; serve as Scenic Designer for departmental productions; mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate scenic designers and property masters, serve on thesis committees, maintain an active agenda of research and/or creative activity; perform appropriate service to department and University.

The Department: The Department of Theater, in the College of Liberal Arts, offers a B.A. Degree, a B.F.A. Degree in Musical Theatre jointly taught with the School of Music, and M.F.A. Degree in theater with specializations in the areas of Directing, Playwriting, Design, and Production. Doctoral studies in theater are sponsored through the Department of Communication Studies. The Department of Theater has an active production program in cooperation with the School of Music, and a staff of nine faculty and two professional staff. Student enrollment approximates 80. SIU Carbondale is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research University-High Research Activity. SIU Carbondale is a public institution with an enrollment of approximately 18,000 students.

Application Procedure: Send letter of application, Curriculum Vitae and complete contact information for a list of three references to: J. Thomas Kidd, Chair, Department of Theater, Mail Code 6608, 1100 Lincoln Drive, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL 62901.

Applications may be submitted electronically to: tkidd@siu.edu

• SOURCE: HigherEdJobs.com
• Application Deadline: October 1, 2014, or until filled.

SUNY Purchase (NY) - Director of Theatre Arts (Tenured Assoc. or Full Prof.)

The School of the Arts at Purchase College, SUNY seeks candidates for the position of Director of the Conservatory of Theatre Arts beginning July 1, 2015. Applicants to this position should possess significant leadership experience within a professional theatre school setting, preferably including both undergraduate and graduate programs. In addition, candidates are expected to be accomplished theatre professionals with substantial higher ed teaching experience, enough to qualify for a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor at Purchase College. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience, and includes a location stipend and full benefits package.

Responsibilities include oversight of 16 full-time and approximately 50 part-time faculty and staff members who provide coursework for around 500 undergraduate students. Curricular oversight is paramount, with the required budgetary, logistical, programmatic, and organizational understanding to deliver an internationally recognized program that offers both professional training and liberal arts degrees. The Director also serves as the Artistic Director of the Purchase Repertory Theatre, whose members come from the student body of the Conservatory.

Other duties will include interacting with the Performing Arts Center and Neuberger Museum of Art, representing the theatre discipline within the College and the local, national, and international community, as well as working closely with the Dean to maintain and cultivate new external relationships as they relate to theatre, including supporters, donors, friends, and patrons.

Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working and thinking across disciplines, having interests and experience that extend beyond his or her specialty, and encompass broader approaches to theatre practice and human knowledge. Successful candidates will demonstrate their commitment to student learning, success, and liberal education.

Founded on the principle that artists and scholars are indispensable to each other and to an enlightened society, Purchase College combines professional conservatory programs in the visual and performing arts and distinguished programs in the liberal arts and sciences. Located 25 miles north of Manhattan in Westchester County, the campus celebrates individuality, diversity, and creativity as we encourage students to Think Wide Open. At Purchase College, the arts play a special role liberal education infuses the arts and the arts infuse the campus. Purchase College is part of the State University of New York system.

Qualifications: A terminal degree (MFA, DFA, PhD, etc.) in an academic or studio discipline related to theatre, or commensurate professional experience, is required. Evidence of effective leadership and increasing levels of responsibility in a theatre program including demonstrable curricular, budgetary, and external relationship management experience, as well as strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills is required. Experience teaching at the college level, demonstrated by at least six years of teaching experience, full-time, at a commensurate rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, is also desired. Experience with graduate professional programs in theatre preferred. Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply for this position, please complete an online application at our Purchase College Job Vacancy website: https://jobs.purchase.edu.

Applicants must attach the following to the online employment application: 1) Cover letter (maximum one-page) expressing interest in the position and summarizing qualifications. 2) Comprehensive CV specifying leadership achievements (please do not submit original materials). Candidates may send links to websites with media detailing creative work within the text of their CV, but this is not required. 3) Names, addresses, and e-mail addresses (and phone numbers, if possible) of FIVE references, who can speak to your leadership, professional, or teaching experience under "Letter of Reference #1." 4) Two statements: the first is a writing sample of your choosing (scholarly work, opinion, proposal, etc.) under "Other Document #1"; the second is a statement of your philosophy about higher education in the arts under "Other Document #2."

• SOURCE: https://jobs.purchase.edu
• Deadline: 01-31-2015.

Texas A&M University - College Station (TX) - Dept. Head, Performance Studies

The Department of Performance Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at Texas A&M University seeks a Department Head with research and administrative expertise. Exceptional and suitably qualified candidates may be considered for an endowed position in the College of Liberal Arts. 

The Department of Performance Studies currently houses individual B.A. programs in Music and Theatre, and an M.A. program in Performance Studies; in Fall 2015 we expect to begin recruiting students into a single B.A. in Performance Studies. Existing research strengths include ethnography (music and theatre), music technology, music composition, inquiry-based performance, performance history, and performance theory. We seek an energetic and dynamic department head who will oversee the development of an innovative B.A. curriculum and lead initiatives in interdisciplinary research and creative activity. The area of research specialization is open.  Candidates must have a commitment to the integration of performance practice and theory, interdisciplinary approaches to performance, and substantial experience in program development.

The successful candidate must have a terminal, doctoral degree (such as a Ph.D. or D.M.A.) and a substantial record of nationally prominent artistic and/or scholarly achievement for appointment as a tenured faculty member at the rank of advanced Associate Professor or Professor. In addition to administrative experience, the successful candidate must be able to pursue a program of research, teaching, and service commensurate with other Texas A&M faculty. Knowledge of undergraduate curricula in music, theatre, and/or performance studies, support of undergraduate creative work, graduate teaching and supervision, commitment to national standards for creative and scholarly work, experience in undergraduate and graduate student recruiting, a demonstrated ability in program development, and a commitment to diversity are essential.

For more information, please contact Dr. Kirsten Pullen, kpullen@tamu.edu.

• Applications must include a letter of application that articulates your vision of performance studies scholarship, creative work and pedagogy, details your previous administrative experience and outlines your program of research and/or creative activity; a current CV; and contact information for three references. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send all information electronically to Dr. Kirsten Pullen, Head Search Committee Chair at kpullen@tamu.edu.

Texas A&M University - College Station (TX) - Open Rank, Performance Theory and Practice

The Department of Performance Studies at Texas A&M University, College Station seeks a tenured or tenure-track professor of performance theory and practice. Candidates will have a research program in performance studies with an emphasis in performance praxis (dramaturgy, directing, movement/dance, etc.). We seek candidates with a deep commitment to merging performance theory and practice as well as knowledge of theatre/performance history, contemporary performance praxis, and interdisciplinary approaches to performance research. Applicants whose work extends beyond the United States are encouraged to apply. Areas of focus may include activist performance, experimental performance, community-based performance, devised performance, performance history, or performance theory. Standard teaching load is 2/2 with high research expectations and contributions to the development of the Departments new B.A. in Performance Studies.

Applicants at the Assistant Professor rank will have a PhD in Theatre or Performance Studies and an established program of practice and research that clearly demonstrates potential for further research excellence. Applicants at the Associate rank will have a PhD in Theatre or Performance Studies and a record of nationally prominent scholarship and/or creative work that bridges theory and practice. Appointment at the rank of Full Professor may be possible for applicants with a PhD in Theatre or Performance Studies and an exceptional record of nationally and internationally prominent research and/or creative work across theory and practice. MFA in Theatre welcome in addition to PhD at all ranks. Applicants at the rank of Associate or Full Professor must demonstrate a record meriting tenure at a research university that has a Carnegie classification of RU/VH and is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). Applications must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae; teaching evaluations or classroom observations citing excellence and innovation in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, and three letters of recommendation. Further materials may be requested.

• Review of applications begins on November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send all materials electronically to Dr. Kirsten Pullen, Theory and Practice Search Committee Chair at kpullen@tamu.edu.

Texas A&M University - Commerce (TX) - TT Asst. Professor of Theatre

The Department of Mass Media, Communication and Theatre at Texas A&M University (Commerce, Texas) is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in the Spring 2015 semester.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in theatre history, dramatic literature and criticism, acting, directing, and other courses as needed.

Major/Essential Duties of Job: Candidates are expected to teach a three-to-four course load each semester plus direct one full length production per year. Other expectations include assisting in departmental recruiting efforts, additionally serving the University Playhouse theatre season (through activities such as overseeing the departmental box office, conducting dramaturgy, or developing community outreach programs, etc.), directing or serving on thesis committees, and performing other functions for the department and the university as needed. Candidates must be committed to effective teaching, professional and scholarly research/creative activity, and university and community service. Candidates must also have the demonstrated ability to direct high-quality productions.

Required Education and Experience: Ph.D. or MFA degree is required. (ABD will be considered but must have degree in hand by start date) All candidates should have a strong desire to be a collegial member of the university, college, and department.

Preferred Education and Experience: Ph.D. is preferred. Professional and university or college teaching experience is preferred.

Special Instruction to Applicants: All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, Cover Letter, CV/ Resume, Three professional references with complete contact information. Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required at time of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

• Online App. Form: http://jobpath.tamu.edu/postings/73661
• Source: HigherEdJobs.com
• Job Close Date: 08/31/2014

Texas Woman's University (TX) -  Assistant Professor of Drama, Generalist

JOB DESCRIPTION:  TWU Drama seeks an enthusiastic, well-rounded colleague interested in working in an intense and rewarding environment in which professional collaboration, student-centered learning and departmental growth are top priorities. TWU Drama produces four main-stage shows per year and offers a BA in Drama, a BA with Teaching Certificate in Drama and a hybrid online MA in Drama. The successful candidate will possess a resilient self-motivational instinct, effective and adaptable classroom management and pedagogical skills, and strong collaborative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities will involve teaching on both the undergraduate and graduate level. The courses include but are not limited to: theatre appreciation, theatre history, dramatic literature, directing and acting. There is also the possibility of teaching special topics courses based upon departmental needs and the candidate's qualifications. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: directing one show per year, service and committee work to the department and university, recruiting, advising, developing and maintaining professional affiliations and activities on a regional, national and international level, supervising student creative/production activities and carrying out outcomes-based assessments. Candidates should hold a Ph.D in Theatre, have prior university teaching experience, be familiar with online learning methods, and possess some professional production experience. In addition to the application requirements listed above, candidates should submit a one page statement of teaching philosophy and a sample course syllabus. 

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:  Texas Woman's University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU's graduate and undergraduate population of over 15,000, prepares students for success in a global world. TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton (population 115,000), located 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation's fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.twu.edu. 

• Job Code: 14AS-DRAMA02 Date Closed: Review of applications will begin 10/15/2014, and will continue until the position is filled. TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copy of graduate transcripts, and names with email address and phone numbers of three references via email to Facultyjobs@twu.edu (e-mail Header or Subject line must include job title and job code number 14AS-DRAMA02.

University of California, Riverside (CA) - Assistant Professor of Theater History and Criticism (spec. Asian or Asian American Theatre)

Starting Date: July 1, 2015.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Qualifications: Ph.D. in theatre history, theatre criticism or dramatic literature, with a specialization in Asian Theatre or Asian American theatre. Ph.D. at the time of hire. Teaching experience required and a record of research and publications in area of Asian and/or Asian American Theatre.

Duties: Duties will include undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring and supervision of theses and/or capstone projects such as research work and creative projects, and service in the Theatre, Film, and Digital Production department and MFA in Creative Writing for the Performing Arts program.

Application Procedure: Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter (addressed to Professor Erith Jaffe-Berg, Search Committee Chair), CV, a writing sample (20-25 pages), and three confidential letters of recommendation by submitting them using UCRs on-line application system located at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF00191

Applicants who use Interfolio may utilize a feature provided by the Interfolio Service to allow Interfolio to upload their letters directly into AP Recruit. Applicants can input an Interfolio-generated email address in place of their letter writer's email address. Interfolio refers to this as Online Application Deliveries. The following link on the Interfolio website shows how to set this up: http://help.interfolio.com/entries/24062742-Uploading-Letters-to-an-Online-Application-System

• Review of applications will begin December 15. To ensure full consideration, applications and supporting material should be received by: December 15, 2014.

University of California, Santa Barbara (CA) - TT Assistant Professor of Playwriting

Playwright. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA, Department of Theater and Dance seeks an accomplished theater artist developing and/or sustaining a national profile as a playwright for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor position in playwriting. Successful candidate will work collaboratively with a strong team of faculty artists, scholars, and staff in a vibrant, multifaceted department offering BAs and BFAs in Theater and Dance and an MA/PhD in Theater. The assistant professor will teach a number of courses in playwriting (beginning through advanced), design and implement a new play festival of student work in concert with the performance faculty as part of the main stage season, mentor young playwrights both undergraduate and graduate students, interface with our new play development program LAUNCH PAD and with our graduate curriculum, and contribute to the intellectual and artistic life of the university. The department's main stage season is composed of 5 plays and 3 dance concerts in 2 venues, and 7-10 second stage events in 2 additional venues. The department includes 24 faculty, 200 students and 14 staff members. See: http://www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu. MFA in Playwriting or equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required and university teaching experience is preferred. Dramaturgs who have taught playwriting and written plays are welcome to apply.

• Application, including cover letter summarizing qualifications and approach to playwriting, dramaturgy and teaching, a current CV, and a writing sample (PDF of a full length play) or link to a website of your work must be completed online: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00334. Contact information for at least 3 references to write letters of recommendation will be required. Deadline to apply: November 1, 2014. Appointment begins on 7/1/15. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

University of California, Santa Cruz (CA) - Assistant Professor in Acting with Specialization in Voice and Text

SOURCE: HERC

The Theater Arts at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications from outstanding candidates with primary strength in voice, text, and acting to apply for a tenure-track faculty position recruited at the level of assistant professor. Applicants should be able to contribute to the training of both undergraduate and graduate student actors in the fields of voice, text, diction, and acting. We have a strong interest in candidates with expertise in the field of professional acting, teaching and coaching voice, dialect and text at the university and professional level, and additional training as an instructor of voice and text. In addition, we have a preference for candidates with experienced work in acting and teaching vocal and textual analysis of Shakespeare. In addition, the candidate will demonstrate a broad understanding of basic schools of realistic acting systems and the milieu of the professional actor. Possible related areas of research and teaching might include directing and musical vocal production (singing).

We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The campus currently operates on a schedule of three 11-week quarters per academic year. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 5 five-unit courses per year, or their equivalent, in accordance with the department's workload policy; advise and mentor students; actively engage in research activity; and actively participate in administrative responsibilities for the department, affiliated college and the campus. The ability to contribute significantly to graduate education and the mentoring of graduate students is highly desirable. The successful candidate must be able to work with students, faculty and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

We are located among redwood forests and meadows overlooking Monterey Bay, along California’s Central Coast in close proximity to Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. The Arts Division supports faculty research through the Arts Research Institute http://artsresearch.ucsc.edu/ari/ and the Arts Dean's Fund for Excellence; the campus supports research and teaching with grants awarded by the Committee on Research, the Committee on Teaching, and other groups.

POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2015, with academic year beginning September 2015. Position contingent upon final budgetary approval.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system and must include 1) letter of application outlining scholarly and creative background as well as current and future research plans (research includes work in the professional theater as actor and voice and text specialist); 2) curriculum vitae; 3) three confidential letters of reference*; 4) three proposed syllabi for courses, as follows: a) Introduction to Acting, b) Voice, Text and Shakespeare, and c) an upper-division/graduate level course highlighting the applicant's specialty; and 5) Minimum of 5 but no more than 10 critical reviews and/ or audio-visual documentation of creative work (Pleae upload PDF with links).

Applicants are invited to submit a statement addressing their past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.

Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00168

Refer to Position #JPF00168-15 in all correspondence.

• CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2014.

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (MI) - Professor/Associate Professor or Assistant Professor of Theatre & Drama Playwriting

Responsibilities: The University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance the Department of Theatre & Dance is accepting applications for a faculty position to begin September 2015. Rank is open - Assistant, Associate or Professor tenured or tenured track.

Duties Include: Teach playwriting and dramatic literature to undergraduates; recruit outstanding students; produce original student plays; maintain a national reputation as a creator of new performance work; collaborate with other writing programs within the University; mentor students interested in playwriting, creating and devising new work. Other duties may include teaching classes in collaborative writing, devised theatre, new play dramaturgy, dramatic literature, and writing through improvisation. The usual faculty service responsibilities are expected.

Required Qualifications: We seek an emerging or established playwright able to continue a tradition of producing playwrights at the University of Michigan. The ideal candidate will also have a record of scholarly achievement, the MFA, PhD, or professional equivalent, a strong commitment to teaching excellence, a resume that reflects published works, a strong potential for continuing creative activity, and demonstrated accomplishments in areas contributing to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Underfill Statement: This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor /Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

How to Apply DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. Please email a letter of application, curriculum vitae and a list of at least five references to: smtd-searchcommittee@umich.edu. Add to the subject line: Playwright

Please do not send other supporting materials unless requested to do so.

• Applications must be received by November 1, 2014 to ensure full consideration.

University of Oregon (OR) - TT Assist/Assoc Professor of Costume Design

University of Oregon - Theatre Arts, College of Arts and Sciences, fulltime tenure-track Faculty Position. Required Qualifications: MFA in costume design. Preferred Qualifications: University level teaching/professional costume design. Job: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in costuming. Design/mentor student designers for productions, average five per year. Participate in departmental governance, advising, season selection. Department: Eight tenure-track/Three non-tenure-track faculty; Average 150 undergraduate students; 12 Graduate students; Offer BA, BS, MA, MFA, PhD degrees. Costume Shop Staff: Faculty Costume shop manager/cutter/draper; 2 graduate assistants, 6 work study staff, lab students Costume Shop: Spacious, light-filled, well-equipped studio with windows in new complex. Fitting room, fabric storage, dye/craft room. Costume storage nearby. Facilities: Miller Theater Complex: 2 theatres, recently renovated Robinson Theatre, proscenium house seating 300; New Hope Theatre, flexible black box seating 120-150. Pocket Theatre: smaller proscenium dedicated to student generated productions. Application procedure: Application materials must include: three signed letters of recommendation, complete C.V., Cover letter explaining your interest in position/in joining our department. Mail to: John Schmor, Search Chair, Theatre Arts, 1231 UNIVERSITY OF OREGON, Eugene, OR 97403-1231. Please do not send materials by email or fax.

• Complete application materials must be received by October 15, 2014, position will remain open until filled.

University of San Diego (CA) – TT Assistant Professor Theatre Department and Production Manager 

Full time tenure track position beginning September 1, 2015. Candidate must have a Ph.D. or MFA in a relevant field, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching courses in lighting design and technical theatre (including laboratory) and serving as technical director and lighting designer for undergraduate and/or graduate productions. Candidates should be familiar with the various aspects of production management including lighting, carpentry, sound and budget management. Preference will be given to candidates familiar with implementing theatre in a liberal arts curriculum. The successful candidate will have experience working with and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds. Candidates must apply online by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae and statement of teaching philosophy at http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/job. Please see job IRC14091. Three letters of recommendation should be sent electronically to Dr. Lisa Baird, Chair, Search Committee, baird@sandiego.edu.

• SOURCE: Chronicle
• All materials must be received by August 15, 2014. USD, an independent Catholic university, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to achieving diversity and inclusion in its faculty, students and environment.

University of Southern California (CA) - TT Assistant Professor in Critical Studies

The USC School of Dramatic Arts invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Critical Studies beginning in the fall semester of 2015.

We seek scholars and theatre practitioners who have expertise in dramatic analysis and world theatre history, with research strength preferably in one of the pre-modern periods. Primary responsibilities include teaching large undergraduate courses with excellence, sustaining a strong research profile, and serving on school and university committees.

Candidates are charismatic, eloquent, and dynamic individuals who have experiences in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching and a record of publications in academic presses and peer-reviewed academic journals. The successful candidate is an individual with sensitivity to the academic environment; someone who has demonstrated leadership in his/her career and someone who shares the School’s credo and mission. While academic credentials are desirable, all equivalent experience in the professional arena is also important. The successful candidate must understand the need to balance theory and practice. Additionally, s/he must understand and value the School of Dramatic Arts unique location in Los Angeles and the dynamic relationship that exists between theatre and the film entertainment industry.

• All applicants are expected to have completed the Ph.D. or D.F.A. degrees by the time of appointment. All applicants must apply to the USC job application website by November 15, 2014. Start date for the hire is August 16, 2015.
• LINK: http://jobs.usc.edu:80/postings/28042

University of Southern California (CA) - Assistant Professor Of Theatre Practice In Dramatic Writing (Non-TT)

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The School of Dramatic Arts is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track (NTT) playwriting teacher for its undergraduate programs, particularly with regard to the teaching of general education courses. Ideally, applicants should have at least three to five years teaching experience and substantial professional credentials.

Required skills include an understanding of dramatic writing techniques including character and story development, dialogue crafting, and other fundamental aspects of writing the play; as well as the knowledge of key plays including diverse, contemporary texts.

The primary responsibility for this position will be teaching general education classes that concentrate on various dimensions of playwriting and dramatic literature. The goal of these classes is to develop each student’s ability to explore text, build multidimensional characters, skillfully craft story, develop professional deportment as a dramatic writer, enrich constructive criticism delivery and in-take skills, and hone familiarity with important plays.

Other responsibilities include fostering the excellence and vitality of School of Dramatic Arts undergraduate programs; promoting the School as a vital part of the arts and entertainment environment of Southern California; as well as advancing the reputation and visibility of the School nationally and internationally.

• All applicants must apply to the USC job application website by November 15, 2014. Start date for the hire is August 16, 2015. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
• LINK: http://jobs.usc.edu:80/postings/28107

University of Southern California (CA) - Assistant Professor Of Theatre Practice In Comedic Acting (Non-TT)

The School of Dramatic Arts is seeking a full-time, non-tenure track, comedy teacher for its professional B.F.A. and B.A. Acting programs.

The primary responsibility for this position will be teaching a General Education lecture course to USC’s undergraduate population that concentrates on the history and practice of comedy through the ages, as well as offering and developing skills-based, practical classes for the student actor in a range of comedic disciplines including, but not limited to, Shakespearean and Restoration comedy, commedia dell’arte, clowning, satire, improvised comedy, and stand-up comedy. The goal of these classes is to develop each student’s ability to understand, explore and work with a full range of both historical and praxis-based comedic techniques, offering a foundation in comedy that both respects the subject-matter’s past, and encourages experimentation and new forms in the future. Other responsibilities include fostering the excellence and vitality of both B.F.A. and B.A. programs; promoting the School as a vital part of the arts and entertainment environment of Southern California; as well as advancing the reputation and visibility of the School nationally and internationally.

The successful candidate is a charismatic individual with sensitivity to the academic environment; someone who has demonstrated leadership in his/her career and someone who shares the School’s credo and mission. While academic credentials are desirable, all equivalent experience in the professional arena is also important. The successful candidate must understand the need to balance theory and practice. Additionally, s/he must understand and value the School or Dramatic Arts’ unique location in Los Angeles and the dynamic relationship that exists between theatre and the film entertainment industry. Ideally, applicants should have at least three to five years teaching experience and substantial professional credentials. Required skills include the ability to lecture and teach on a variety of comedic disciplines as they relate both to the liberal arts in general and the art of acting specifically.

• All applicants must apply to the USC job application website by November 15, 2014. Start date for the hire is August 16, 2015. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
• LINK: http://jobs.usc.edu:80/postings/28076

University of Washington Bothell (WA) - Performance Studies – Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track 

Performance Studies – Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track (One Full Time, multi-year, 9-month service period Position).

The School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (IAS) at the University of Washington Bothell (UWB) seeks dynamic educators who are committed to the integration of research, teaching, and creative practice across performance studies. Preference will be given to candidates who bridge theories and practices of performance studies and the performing arts, with expertise in one or more of the following areas: theater, dance, communication, multi-media performance, performance art, performance pedagogy, community-based performance, and/or global performance histories/practices. The successful candidate will join a faculty that spans the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences in a curriculum that values interdisciplinarity, diversity, and community-engaged research and pedagogy. Record of teaching excellence, evidence of commitment to working with diverse student and community populations, and PhD or MFA required at time of appointment. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

IAS houses undergraduate and graduate programs, is located in the Seattle metropolitan area, and provides faculty members with access to the research and funding resources of the UW as a whole. IAS houses twelve undergraduate majors, including degrees in Interdisciplinary Arts; American and Ethnic Studies; Culture, Literature, and the Arts; and Global Studies. It also offers Master of Arts degrees in Cultural Studies and Policy Studies, and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Poetics. IAS as a whole stresses links among fields and methods of inquiry. We value engaged scholarship and experiential learning relevant to diverse student populations and communities. Successful candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to innovative and effective pedagogy, and should be prepared to teach an upper-division core course that introduces students to interdisciplinary inquiry in a portfolio-based undergraduate curriculum.

University of Washington faculty members engage in teaching, research and service. Candidates should expect to teach at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as protected veterans, or status as qualified individuals with disabilities. IAS is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

• For more information about IAS, UW Bothell, and the position, go to http://www.uwb.edu/IAS/, or e-mail the search committee chair, Professor Ted Hiebert at thiebert@uwb.edu. Preferred deadline: 15 October 2014. Applications should include a letter addressing the candidate’s scholarly and pedagogical qualifications for working in IAS; CV; samples of scholarly and/or creative work; sample syllabus; evidence of teaching success or teaching dossier. Email applications in one electronic file to ias-facultysearch@uwb.edu. Letters of recommendation will be requested of candidates who advance in the process.

University of Wyoming (WY) - TT Assistant Professor of Dramatic Literature/Criticism and Theatre History

SOURCE: HigherEdJobs.com

The University of Wyoming is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Dramatic Literature/Criticism and Theatre History to begin August, 2015. PhD or equivalent degree required. University teaching experience preferred. Professional dramaturgy, directing or acting experience, and/or the demonstrated ability to teach in a secondary area or administrative experience preferred. Primary responsibilities: teach a two-semester sequence in Dramatic Literature, a two-semester sequence in Theatre History, and teach one course in an additional area of expertise (play analysis, non-western or multicultural theatre, performance theory/studies, directing, acting, etc.). Direct one production each season. Participation in student advisement and mentoring, departmental, college and university service, out of town recruitment and outreach is expected. Salary is extremely competitive and contingent upon qualifications.

The University of Wyoming, located 126 miles north of Denver, CO, in Laramie, WY, is in the process of a $32.4 million renovation and expansion of theatre and dance spaces in the new Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts. Additional renovation info can be seen at: http://www.uwyo.edu/foundation/performing-arts/ . The department of Theatre and Dance offers both BFA and BA degree tracks, and offers advanced training opportunities. Program info can be found at: http://www.uwyo.edu/thd/ .

To apply, send a cover letter detailing interest in the position, a one page philosophy of teaching, curriculum vitae, and the names of five references with daytime contact information (phone and email) to: Jennifer Deckert, Search Committee, Department of Theatre and Dance, Dept. 3951, 1000 E. University Avenue, Laramie, WY 82071-3951, or via e-mail to jdeckert@uwyo.edu.

• Review of applications will begin October 15, 2014 and continue until position is filled.

Whitman College (WA) - Assist or Assoc. Professor in Scenic Design 

Tenure track position in Theatre/Design at the rank of Associate or Assistant Professor with significant experience. Expertise in Scenic Design (additional expertise in Lighting Design also highly desirable). Effective August 2015. MFA, professional experience, and college teaching experience required. The successful candidate will teach a five-course load that includes courses in Scenic Design, Introduction to Theatre, and other courses in support of the department curriculum as well courses that contribute to the College's general education requirements. The successful candidate will also design scenery and/or lighting for two to three productions each year, mentor design students, and participate in the recruiting of guest artists and the development of the design program. The College provides a generous sabbatical leave program and professional development support for both research and teaching. 

The Theatre Department traditionally mounts eight productions a year in two spaces, a 315 seat proscenium theatre and a recently (2011) constructed black box theatre. The department has two technical directors and a substantial endowment that allows for twelve-fifteen guest artists yearly. For additional information, see www.whitman.edu/theatre. 

All applications must include the following materials: letter of application as well as separate statements addressing the candidate's teaching interests and scholarly/performance agenda; curriculum vitae; three letters of reference; graduate transcripts; and complete sets of teaching evaluations or other evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction. The application should also address the candidate's interest in working at a liberal arts college with undergraduates, majors as well as non-majors, at all levels of instruction. In addition, because Whitman College is committed to cultivating a diverse learning community, the applicant should explain how his or her pedagogy will serve to create and sustain an inclusive learning environment. 

• To apply, go to https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/, click "Faculty" and "Assistant/Associate Professor of Theatre".
• Deadline September 15, 2014.  For additional information about Whitman College and the Walla Walla area, see www.whitman.edu and www.wallawalla.org.

Yale-NUS College (SGP) - Assistant Professor - Dramatic Lit., Theater History, Practice or Performance (Multiple Positions)

Yale-NUS College, a collaboration between the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Yale University, is seeking to hire one or more faculty members in literature in any field of: African, Anglo-American, Asian (South or East), European, or comparative literatures; critical theory; cultural studies; dramatic literature, theater history, practice or performance. This search is at the assistant professor rank. Candidates with suitable experience will be considered for tenure at the associate professor rank.

Yale-NUS teaches a common core curriculum of which a central component is a year-long course in Literature and Humanities, introducing literature in a trans-disciplinary global context and taught collectively by faculty in literature, history, art-history, and music. The successful candidate will teach in this core course as well as upper level electives in her/his area of specialization.

Applicants should be active researchers with a commitment to creative and effective undergraduate teaching and mentoring within their specialties and in the Yale-NUS Common Curriculum. An ongoing research program that incorporates undergraduates would be highly desirable. For information about the curriculum, please see http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/curriculum/common-curriculum.

Salary, benefits, and leave policies will be competitive at an international level. Yale-NUS College is committed to supporting faculty research through various grants, research and travel allowances.

Candidates are encouraged to send in their applications before October 15, 2014 to ensure fullest consideration. Inquiries should be made to the Search Committee Chair, Rajeev Patke, Division Director of Humanities, and Professor of Humanities, Yale-NUS College, rajeev.patke@yale-nus.edu.sg. For all general inquiries, please contact yale-nus.college@yale.edu or see http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg.

The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. For additional information about Yale-NUS College, living in Singapore, and the faculty hiring process, including submission guidelines, and to apply, we invite you to our web site at:http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/careers/faculty/.

Apply at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4114

• SOURCE: AcademicJobsOnline
• Deadline: review begins Aug. 1, 2014. NEW Deadline: October 15 (previously 8/1/14)
• Also posted at Generalist 2015 and Comparative 2015

2014-15 Theatre Jobs - Visiting Positions / Limited Term Appointments / Fellowships

Dartmouth College (NH) - Society of Fellows Postdoctoral Fellowships

Website: Postdoctoral Fellowships

• See full post at Humanities and Social Sciences Postdocs 2014-15

Princeton University - Hodder Fellowships

The Hodder Fellowship will be given to writers and non-literary artists of exceptional promise to pursue independent projects at Princeton University during the 2015-2016 academic year. Potential Hodder Fellows are writers, composers, choreographers, visual artists, performance artists, or other kinds of artists or humanists who have "much more than ordinary intellectual and literary gifts"; they are selected more "for promise than for performance." Given the strength of the applicant pool, most successful Fellows have published a first book or have similar achievements in their own fields; the Hodder is designed to provide Fellows with the "studious leisure" to undertake significant new work.

Hodder Fellows spend an academic year at Princeton, but no formal teaching is involved. A $77,000 stipend is provided for this 10-month appointment. Fellowships are not intended to fund work leading to an advanced degree. One need not be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Applications must be submitted by September 15, 2014, 11:59 p.m. EST through the Princeton Jobs site at http://jobs.princeton.edu, requisition #1400347.

Writers: Submit a resume, a 3,000-word writing sample of recent work, and a project proposal of 500 to 750 words.

Performing and Visual Artists: Submit a resume, a project proposal of 500 to 750 words, and examples of ten minutes of performance through link(s) to sites such as YouTube, Vimeo, Flicker, etc. Visual artists should provide up to 20 still images saved as a PDF file and submit as part of their online application or supply a link to a website, YouTube, etc.

We cannot confirm receipt of applications nor can we accept applications submitted after the deadline. Limits on the statement size (500-750 words) and sample size (3,000 words) are strict.

The appointment of the Hodder Fellows will be made in January 2015. An announcement of the award will be posted here: http://www.princeton.edu/arts/lewis_center/society_of_fellows/fellows/

The contact person is Ysabel Gonzalez and she can be reached at ysabelg@princeton.edu.

Essential Qualifications: Selected more "for promise than for performance."

Education Required: Other-see essential qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree

Comments related to end date: 10-month appointment- 2015-2016 academic year

Online App. Form

SOURCE: HigherEdJobs.com

• Deadline: September 15, 2014, 11:59 p.m. EST
• Also posted at CreativeWriting 2015

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