Adjunct Faculty in Theatre

Usmfoundation; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg invites applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Theatre within the School of Performing and Visual Arts. Location: Hattiesburg, MS.

This part-time faculty role focuses on occasional theatre history, theory and performance courses based on expertise and qualifications. Applicants must hold MFA or PhD in Theatre or an appropriate related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Qualifications

• MFA or PhD in Theatre or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience instructing theatre in a higher education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct assigned theatre courses.
• Provide interim and final grades for enrolled students.
• Complete required assessment activities.
• Provide data for General Education Curriculum assessment.
• Be available to students during office hours (in person or virtual).
• Collaborate with faculty as necessary.
• Respond to students and staff via USM email.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Theatre instruction

Assessment & grading

Office hours support

Education

MFA or PhD in Theatre

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Theatre.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division School of Performing and Visual Arts

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade
Generic Grade

Posting Close Date May 31, 2027

Job Summary

This position covers occasional adjunct teaching responsibilities in the Theatre program. This can include courses in theatre history and theory, as well as in performance practice, depending on candidate's area of expertise and qualifications.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruction of assigned classes.
• Provide interim and final grades for enrolled students.
• Completing required assessment activities.
• Provide data for General Education Curriculum assessment based on student achievement in the course as needed.
• Be available to student through office hours (face to face or virtual).
• Collaborating with faculty as necessary.
• Be responsive to students and director/staff via USM email.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MFA or PhD in Theatre or appropriate related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in instructing theatre performance techniques and other aspects of theatre history, design, production, playwriting and development, or applied theatre practice, as determined by the needs of the program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience instructing theatre in a higher education setting.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programssuchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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