College of Arts and Sciences | Performing Arts Program Coordinator

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Professor to lead its Performing Arts Program. This role involves overseeing Theatre and Music productions, teaching, and developing strategic visions for the program. The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree and significant teaching experience, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Join a vibrant, multicultural environment that celebrates diversity and creativity, making a lasting impact on students from around the globe. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic curriculum in a leading institution in the Gulf region.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Music or Theater required.
• Extensive record of service, research, and creative activity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of all Theatre and Music performances.
• Teach a 2-1 load in Music or Theatre.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Arts Administration

Teaching Experience

Education

Terminal Degree in Music or Theater (PhD, DMA, or MFA)

Job description

Associate Professor (or Higher Rank) Performing Arts Coordinator

The Performing Arts Program at the American University of Sharjah invites applications for a faculty position as Performing Arts Coordinator at the Associate Professor rank or higher commencing in August 2025. The AUS Performing Arts Program is a truly multi-cultural environment serving students from more than 90 different countries.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee production of all Theatre and Music performances
2. Teach a 2-1 load in an area of expertise related to Music or Theatre
3. Collaboratively develop and implement a strategic vision, goal, and direction for the current minors, with possibilities of growth towards majors
4. Administer the development and revision of the curriculum
5. Encourage and support faculty/student research and creative projects
6. Oversee the program budget, faculty assessment, course scheduling, and assignments
7. Serve on the Dean of Arts and Sciences Executive Council
8. Liaise between Performing Arts faculty and university administration

Required Qualifications

1. Terminal degree in Music or Theater (PhD, DMA, or MFA)
2. Extensive record of service, research, and creative activity
3. Earned rank of Associate Professor or Higher
4. Significant teaching experience in higher education
5. 3 or more years of experience in an Arts Administration position
6. Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills

Application Procedure

To apply, the following documents are requested:

1. Cover letter
2. Statement about your philosophy as a Performing Arts Coordinator and professor
3. CV including administrative, research, teaching, and creative experience
4. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to send 3 letters of recommendation

Please send one collated PDF document containing the above materials to: https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=PAP-DH-25-01

The deadline for applications is April 18th, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About The Program

The Performing Arts Program has 6 full-time faculty members, all specialists, performers, and researchers in a broad variety of genres in both Music and Theatre under the auspices of the College of Arts and Sciences. The program offers minors in Theatre and Music with diverse course offerings, including both Western and Eastern musical and theatrical traditions. More information on our program’s offerings can be found on the university’s official website.

About The University

American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a comprehensive, independent, non-profit, coeducational institution of higher education that promotes excellence in teaching, learning, research, and creative work. AUS fosters a community that celebrates diversity, and whose members are committed to the ideals of open intellectual inquiry, ethical behavior, and civic responsibility. Its rank among the top five universities globally with the highest percentage of international students (Times Higher Education, 2023) is testament to that ideal. AUS is licensed and its degree programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the UAE Ministry of Education's Higher Education Affairs Division. Additionally, AUS has been accredited in the USA by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since June 2004.

AUS is a leading comprehensive coeducational university in the Gulf, serving students from the United Arab Emirates, neighboring countries, and around the world. The university includes the College of Engineering, the College of Business, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Architecture, Art, and Design, serving around 5,800 students from approximately 90 nationalities. The university’s curricula, teaching standards, and employment norms are fully aligned with the American model of higher education.

AUS’s magnificent campus is located at the heart of Sharjah’s University City, adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park and Sharjah International Airport, only 35 minutes from Downtown Dubai and 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport. For more information, please visit www.aus.edu.