On-Campus Sessional: Devised Performance (Winter 2027)

McMaster University; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

McMaster University invites applications for a Winter 2027 sessional faculty position in the HUM School of the Arts. The course, IARTS 2DE3 - Devised Performance Processes, runs January 4 to April 7, 2027, with one three-hour studio session per week on campus.

Salary is governed by CUPE Local 3906 Unit 2, with a wage rate of CA$9,435.73 for 3.1 months. Qualifications include an MFA or PhD (or near completion) or equivalent professional experience, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and

Qualifications

• Professional and educational background in the field.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in teaching practice.
• Previous experience teaching at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Devised performance is a collectively created work that responds to social issues; you will teach foundational workshop practices for devising live performances.
• Lead studio-based sessions integrating design experimentation, acting exercises and games.
• Work within a three-hour studio format for the Winter 2027 term, January 4 to April 7, 2027.

Education

MFA or PhD (or near completion)

Job description

McMaster University invites applications for a Winter 2027 sessional faculty position in the HUM School of the Arts. The course, IARTS 2DE3 - Devised Performance Processes, runs January 4 to April 7, 2027, with one three-hour studio session per week on campus.

Salary is governed by CUPE Local 3906 Unit 2, with a wage rate of CA$9,435.73 for 3.1 months. Qualifications include an MFA or PhD (or near completion) or equivalent professional experience, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and