Assistant Professor, Theatre

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Educational opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a 9-month, full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre starting fall 2027. The department emphasizes teaching across theatre history, dramaturgy, text analysis, and performance studies within a vibrant program and production season opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Theatre by start date, demonstrate a strong teaching portfolio and publications, and present a feasible tenure plan for an R-1 environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Theatre by the time employment begins.
• Proven record of publications and strong teaching abilities.
• Achievable research plan for tenure and promotion in an R-1 environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per academic year on a 3:2 load.
• Contribute to curricular development and participate in production seasons when needed.
• Engage in scholarly activity and service aligned with tenure expectations.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Education

PhD in Theatre

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor of Theatre

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama, invites applications for a 9-month, full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre commencing fall semester 2027. The position is contingent on funding. Start Date: August 16, 2027

Review of applications will begin in January 2027. The search will remain open until the position is filled or funding is terminated.

With approximately 100 majors, the Department of Theatre and Dance offers a B.A. in theatre as well as B.F.A degrees in performance, musical theatre, design & technology, and management. The department is housed in a dedicated theatre facility including a 340-seat house with proscenium/thrust stage, a black box performance space, studio theatre, design studio, fully equipped shops, a dance/movement studio, a vocal studio, a smart classroom, and a computer lab. Auburn University is a comprehensive land grant, R-1 institution, one of the largest in Alabama, with an enrollment of nearly 30,000 students, within easy driving distance of Atlanta, Birmingham, and Montgomery. Auburn is home to the Gogue Performing Arts Center (GPAC), a professional performance venue that offers exciting opportunities for visiting artist workshops and other collaborations.

Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documents will be considered. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage in the selection process.

Responsibilities

Teach five courses per academic year on a 3:2 load (3 courses one semester, 2 the other). Teaching areas may include theatre history, dramaturgy, text analysis, and introduction to theatre, in addition to advanced topical seminars in literature, history, theory, and/or performance praxis.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the B.A. faculty with opportunities to shape curricular development. Involvement in the production season is possible, subject to qualifications and departmental needs.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Theatre by the time employment begins. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven record of publications and strong teaching abilities, along with an achievable research plan for tenure and promotion in an R-1 environment.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Contract Type

Continuing

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