Assistant Professor, Tenure Track Position: Theatre

The Department of Theater in the Performing Arts Division at Alfred University is seeking applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Theatre from candidates with a full background in theatre arts, theater history, criticism, and script analysis, who can teach classes in all these areas with an emphasis on performance courses and directing.

Candidates should display strong scholarship and/or artistic practice with an interest in developing and recruiting for the BA Program in Theatre. Candidates should have demonstrable skills in teaching undergraduates from diverse backgrounds and experiences with a strong interest in promoting works that extend outside the canon. Applicants should also have an interest in working in an interdisciplinary manner, and enjoy the process of making theatre in new and different ways. Candidates with ambitions for and experience in administrative leadership in a growing Performing Arts Division are encouraged to apply.

The teaching responsibilities of 12 credits per semester include courses in script analysis, introduction to the theater, theater history, acting and directing, as well as directing department productions. Professional development will include advancing and growth in creative work and scholarly research. The successful candidate will engage in divisional, university-wide and community service, in advising students and in other administrative duties expected from faculty. Salary is commensurate with rank and experience.

The Performing Arts Division includes four departments: theater, music, dance and performance design and technology housed in beautiful, well equipped facilities.

The Performing Arts Division is an accredited member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The educational programs in performing arts are open to and serve the entire campus community of 1,900 students.

While we recognize that no single candidate will possess all of the following, the ideal candidate will have:

• MFA or PhD in Theatre or their equivalent.
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with record of active performance practice.
• A minimum of three years of previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with other theatre makers and students as an important part of the production process.
• A significant interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
• A broad understanding of theatrical performance and social justice theatre practices
• Administrative experience in an academic or arts organization
• Administrative experience in the oversight of a theatre program, such as department chair, is desirable. Experience managing theatre organizations is also considered favorably.
• Experience with mentoring students for careers in performing arts field
• A track record of advancing equity, inclusion, and social justice through their teaching and creative practice
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A process-based theatre practitioner who is open to new ideas and ways of making
• Knowledge of the current theatre landscape

To Apply, submit one PDF with the following:

• Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy Statement and / or Directing Philosophy Statement
• Statement on Equity, Diversity, and Social Justice Theatre Practices
• Names and Contact Information (phone and email) of Three Professional References

For further information about the position, contact Associate Professor of Theatre Maureen Weiss, weissme@alfred.edu . The estimated start date for the position is August 12, 2022. The position remains open until filled.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.