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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please submit: Cover letter, CV, Portfolio of design work, Teaching Philosophy that describes the applicant’s approach to scenic design education and a vision for a forward-thinking curriculum, Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Names and contacts for three references, including phone number and email.

For questions regarding this posting contact Search Committee Chair, Emily Stork at estork0@naz.edu.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Assistant Professor Theatre & Dance (Scenic Design)

Title

Salary Range

$52,762 – $62,073 yearly

Tenure Track Tenure Track Position

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Theatre and Dance Department of Nazareth University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor to begin August 2024. The department seeks candidates committed to teaching excellence at a comprehensive institution that supports both liberal arts curricula and professional programs.

Responsibilities encompass teaching courses related to Scenic Design, as well as other areas of technical theatre and Introduction to Theatre. This position is also responsible for designing departmental productions including the construction and sourcing of props and the painting of scenery, as well as mentoring student designers and artisans, and collaborating with guest designers and faculty artists. Furthermore, this role involves active participation in departmental and university-level committees, as well as in recruitment efforts and other assigned departmental tasks. As a tenure-track position, the successful applicant is expected to demonstrate commitment to the profession through an ongoing and sustained professional theatrical practice.

Any faculty hired at the rank of Associate Professor could be considered for service as Chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance. Applicants should indicate any administrative interests and experience. If applicable, the candidate will have a broad and inclusive understanding of performance and design, particularly competencies in dance, theater, and musical theatre. As the role of Chair requires oversight of and engagement with both the academic curriculum and a vibrant and extensive co-curriculum of performances and productions, please articulate any budgeting, resource management and faculty mentorship experience.

Nazareth University, an independent, comprehensive institution with 1,900 undergraduate and 550 graduate students, prepares its graduates to serve local and global communities through a wide range of liberal arts and professional programs. Nazareth seeks to hire teacher-scholars with a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching, student success, and civic engagement, and an understanding of the educational benefits of ethnic and racial diversity in the campus community. The University is located minutes from downtown Rochester, New York, a city noted for its rich arts and cultural community and its international businesses and industry. Applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Required Education

MFA in Theatrical Design

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

-Experience working with, recruiting, and teaching undergraduates.

-Professional design experience.

-Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience promoting inclusive excellence is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Membership in USA 829. Extensive professional experience.

Special Requirements

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 01/18/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions for this Posting

Please submit: Cover letter, CV, Portfolio of design work, Teaching Philosophy that describes the applicant’s approach to scenic design education and a vision for a forward-thinking curriculum, Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Names and contacts for three references, including phone number and email.

For questions regarding this posting contact Search Committee Chair, Emily Stork at estork0@naz.edu.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching Philosophy

• References

• Portfolio

• Statement of Diversity

  Optional Documents