Acting Program Director & University Theater Instructor

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Sharjah is seeking an Assistant Professor or higher rank in Acting to begin in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and serve as Director for all theatre productions. A terminal degree in theatre is required, with preference given to those with experience teaching playwriting and degrees from North American universities. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Abundant cultural experiences

Qualifications

• Three or more years of teaching experience in a university setting is preferred.
• Experience teaching playwriting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Director for all theatre productions.
• Teach undergraduate courses in acting.
• Develop new curriculum as required.
• Engage actively in creative activity and recruitment.

Skills

Leadership

Personnel management

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Creative problem-solving

Education

Terminal degree in theatre (MFA or PhD)

Degree from a North American university

Job description

A leading university in Sharjah is seeking an Assistant Professor or higher rank in Acting to begin in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and serve as Director for all theatre productions. A terminal degree in theatre is required, with preference given to those with experience teaching playwriting and degrees from North American universities. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.