Tenure-Track Performance Studies: Scholar-Artist in Practice

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Communication Studies at Louisiana State University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of performance studies, starting August 2027. The scholar-artist will conduct innovative arts-based research, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentor students in original, experimental performance in the HopKins Black Box theatre.

We welcome applicants bridging Communication Studies, Theatre, and Interdisciplinary Arts, with a commitment to hands-on performance and public

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Performance Studies, Communication, Theatre, or related field by appointment.
• Active agenda of arts-based research and creative practice.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative arts-based research and publish findings.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the department.
• Mentor students in original, devised, or experimental performance using the HopKins Black Box theatre.

Skills

Arts-based research

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Performance practice

Devised theatre

Education

Ph.D. in Performance Studies/related

Job description

The Department of Communication Studies at Louisiana State University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of performance studies, starting August 2027. The scholar-artist will conduct innovative arts-based research, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and mentor students in original, experimental performance in the HopKins Black Box theatre.

We welcome applicants bridging Communication Studies, Theatre, and Interdisciplinary Arts, with a commitment to hands-on performance and public