Associate Professor: Drama and Performance Studies

University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

University of KwaZulu-Natal invites applications for the role of Associate Professor in Drama & Performance Studies. The successful candidate will coordinate and lecture modules, teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervise postgraduate students, and lead curriculum development and delivery within the Drama and Performance discipline.

The incumbent will report to the Head of Discipline: Music, Drama & Performance and contribute to research leadership with a strong publication record

Qualifications

• Evidence of sustained publication in accredited journals.
• External research grant or project funding history.
• Track record of supervising postgraduate students (Masters/PhD).
• National/international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Strong leadership and mentorship within department/school/university.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lecture modules in Drama and Performance Studies.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students at multiple levels.
• Engage in curriculum development and delivery.
• Lead teaching and research in Drama and Performance.

Skills

Academic leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching and lecturing

Postgraduate supervision

Education

PhD in Drama and Performance

Job description

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: DRAMA & PERFORMANCE STUDIES

SCHOOL OF ARTS

HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is one of the top Universities in South Africa and in the top 500 Universities globally. The School of Arts is well established with a strong research profile and has a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The Successful candidate will coordinate and lecture modules in Drama and Performance Studies. Drama and Performance Studies has established a reputation for innovative teachingand (practice-based) research. The successful candidate should have theoretical and practical experience in one or more of the following areas: Theatre/ Performance Studies, Dance/ Physical Theatre, and Applied Theatre. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervise postgraduate students. The position requires an academic who is willing to engage with curriculum development and delivery and who will play a leading role in teaching and research in the Drama and Performance discipline.

The incumbent will report to the Head of Discipline: Music, Drama & Performance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD degree in Drama and Performance or other related disciplines
• At least 6 years of working and relevant experience in either teaching, research, or the creative industry
• Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in accredited journals, appropriate for the level of Associate Professor
• Evidence of successful attraction of external research grants or creative project funding
• A sustained track record of successful supervision and graduation of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching

This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx

Enquiries and details regarding this post may be directed to Dr Miranda Young-Jahangeer, email: [e-mail]

Appointment to this position will be on the 2018 Conditions of Service.

The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 13 November 2026.

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