Communication and Theatre - Global Media (1-year term)

Communication and Theatre – Global Media 

DePauw University, a top-tier liberal arts college, seeks to hire a one-year visiting assistant professor in the Communication and Theatre Department beginning August 2021. Ph.D. in hand by August 1, 2021. The successful candidate will teach an upper-level Global Media course each semester, as well as other media courses as assigned. Ability to promote a dynamic classroom environment based on inclusive pedagogies is essential. A capacity to contribute to various interdisciplinary programs is preferred.  The position includes a 3-3 teaching load, employment benefits, faculty development, presentation opportunities, and mentoring.

Candidates should submit the following material through Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/84727): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; one-page teaching philosophy; one-page summary of research program; graduate transcripts; and three letters of recommendation. In their application materials, candidates should demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engagement with a diversity of ideas and experiences both in the classroom and at the University. Review of applications will begin March 26 and continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melanie Finney, at mkfinney@depauw.edu.

DePauw is a leading, nationally-recognized liberal arts university dedicated to educating just over 1,700 highly talented, motivated, and diverse students from across the country and around the globe.  Connected to the liberal arts college is one of the nation’s first Schools of Music. For more than 175 years, DePauw has created an atmosphere of intellectual challenge and social engagement that prepares students for lifelong success. Located in Greencastle, Indiana, about a 45-minute drive west of Indianapolis, DePauw is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association. DePauw has exceptional faculty development programs, which can help the candidate maintain an active research agenda and improve their pedagogy. DePauw also has an ongoing commitment to diversity and seeks to strengthen our institution through equitable and inclusive practices. 

In support of DePauw University's mission and values, we welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups. DePauw University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other federal, state, or local protected class.