Tenure-Track Drama Acting Leader & Area Coordinator

University of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peggy Dow Helmerich School of Drama at the University of Oklahoma seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Acting and Performance Area Coordinator to start in August 2027. This nine-month appointment includes teaching, area coordination, and service, with a salary range of $64,000–$75,000 depending on rank.

Responsibilities include leading the Performance Area faculty, teaching BFA acting courses, developing new offerings, mentoring students, recruiting, and

Qualifications

• MFA in Acting/Directing and/or a PhD in Theatre/Performance Studies.
• Six years of experience in the practice and pedagogy of actor training at the university level.
• Evidence of sustained professional practice in theatre, film, television, audio, content creation, and/or related media.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/lead the Performance Area faculty and area events.
• Teach foundational courses in BFA Theatre: Acting Emphasis.
• Develop new courses in area(s) of specialty and mentor undergraduates.
• Contribute to recruitment efforts and participate in School of Drama productions.
• Maintain an active research/creative activity portfolio.
• Provide service to department, college, university, and profession.

Skills

Experience in actor training

Professional practice in theatre/film/

Mentoring undergraduate students

Education

MFA in Acting/Directing

PhD in Theatre/Performance Studies

Job description

The Peggy Dow Helmerich School of Drama at the University of Oklahoma seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Acting and Performance Area Coordinator to start in August 2027. This nine-month appointment includes teaching, area coordination, and service, with a salary range of $64,000–$75,000 depending on rank.

Responsibilities include leading the Performance Area faculty, teaching BFA acting courses, developing new offerings, mentoring students, recruiting, and