Assoc Prof & Dept Chair, Theatre & Dance

University of Redlands; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Redlands invites applications for an Associate Professor of Theatre who will serve as Chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance. The position starts August 2027 and is tenure-track at the faculty level.

Responsibilities include teaching, directing, and production design across multiple spaces and collaborations with related programs. Minimum qualifications include an MFA or PhD and a demonstrated ability to lead the department.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold an MFA or PhD with a demonstrated ability to serve as Department Chair.
• The successful candidate will maintain a professional profile and participate in service to the university and the field.

Responsibilities

• Teach three courses per semester.
• Direct and design productions.
• Teach cross-listed courses with Race and Ethnic Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, and/or Studio Art.
• Engage in outreach to the community and recruitment.
• Oversee department administration and season planning in collaboration with the Director of Production.

Skills

Directing

Costume design

Acting

Dance

Musical Theatre

Theatre History

Chicano/Latine Theatre

Community theatre

Social Justice

Devised Theatre

Education

MFA or PhD

Job description

The University of Redlands invites applications for an Associate Professor of Theatre who will serve as Chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance. The position starts August 2027 and is tenure-track at the faculty level.

Responsibilities include teaching, directing, and production design across multiple spaces and collaborations with related programs. Minimum qualifications include an MFA or PhD and a demonstrated ability to lead the department.