Associate Professor of Theatre and 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

DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: College of Arts & Science

POSITION: Associate Professor of Theatre

Appointment: Faculty

SALARY RANGE: $79,000-$81,678

HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

AVAILABLE: August 2027

POSTING DATE: September 17, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 1, 2026

Definition of Classification:

The University of Redlands invites applications for a tenure-track Associate Professor who will serve as Chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance. Position starts August 2027. Seeking a theatre generalist with expertise in directing and costume design. Additional areas of interest include Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre, Theatre History, Chicano/Latine Theatre, Community based Theatre, Social Justice, Diversity in U.S. Theatre, and Devised Theatre. Responsibilities will include teaching the equivalent of three courses per semester, directing and designing productions and teaching courses that can be cross listed with Race and Ethnic Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, and/or Studio Art.

The Department of Theatre and Dance offers a BA in Theatre and Theatre Business as well as minors in Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Dance. Production and collegiality are central to the department’s approach to theatre education. As part of the School of Performing Arts the department works closely with the Conservatory of Music and produces 4-5 productions a year from large scale operas and musicals to smaller student driven projects. Performance spaces include a 334-seat proscenium stage, a 125-capacity black box theatre, and an intimate 50 seat space. As department chair, this position will be responsible for academic and administrative oversight, season planning in consultation with the Director of Production, marketing for productions, outreach to the community, and recruitment. The successful candidate will maintain a professional profile and participate in service to the university and the field. Candidate must hold an MFA or PhD with a demonstrated ability to serve as Department Chair.

Experience / Training / Education:

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

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

Standard office setting. Duties performed are primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel, as required.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; may travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Background Check:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. Offers are conditional and may be rescinded if disqualifying information is found or if information was withheld or falsified. Current employees may be affected if the check is not satisfactorily completed.

Driver’s License:

Certain positions require a valid driver’s license and enrollment in the DMV Government Employer Pull Notice Program to verify license status and driving record.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT Human Resources(redlands.edu)

SUBMISSION OF A RESUME OR APPLICATION INDICATES AGREEMENT THAT THE UNIVERSITY MAY VERIFY ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED THEREIN.

MEMBERS OF UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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