Assistant Professor, Musical Theatre
Wright State University
Position Information Position Information (Default Section) EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title Assistant Professor, Musical Theatre Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department School of Fine and Performing Arts EEO number: 25Y063 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate Negotiable Salary Band: NA FA Job Summary/Basic Function: The School of Fine and Performing Arts, Theater Division, is seeking a dynamic professional to join our collaborative faculty, staff, and student community. Our vibrant conservatory training program is designed for students focused on honing their artistry for the theatre profession.
We are seeking a colleague who can teach courses in musical theatre acting and audition repertoire, knowledge of business practices, with individualized specialization in areas related to their expertise. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in current industry trends, comfortable with new technologies, and maintains significant connections within the professional national and regional theatre scene.
Join us in cultivating the next generation of talented performers in a supportive and innovative environment, where creativity and professionalism flourish. Minimum Qualifications A terminal degree in musical theatre or related field (MFA or equivalent) anticipated by the start date OR Bachelor’s Degree in theatre or related field and five or more years of professional theatre experience at the regional or national level. Ability to teach beginning through advanced musical theatre courses. Preferred Qualifications At least two years of teaching experience at a university, conservatory, or recognized acting training program and a demonstrated record of professional achievements. Essential Functions and percent of time: 55% – Teaching classes
10% – Supervising students in Acting and Musical Theatre
15% – Directing one play or musical per year for School of Fine and Performing Arts Theatre season and other creative projects as assigned.
10% – Helping to meet the University’s strategic goal of promoting inclusive excellence (such as diversifying the curriculum and recruiting and retaining a more diverse student body).
10% – Service for the department, college, and university Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide links to and/or examples of your creative and/or scholarly work produced in the last 5 years and attach under ‘Other Document 1’. Posting Date 12/11/2024 First Consideration Date: 01/20/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
We are seeking a colleague who can teach courses in musical theatre acting and audition repertoire, knowledge of business practices, with individualized specialization in areas related to their expertise. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in current industry trends, comfortable with new technologies, and maintains significant connections within the professional national and regional theatre scene.
Join us in cultivating the next generation of talented performers in a supportive and innovative environment, where creativity and professionalism flourish. Minimum Qualifications A terminal degree in musical theatre or related field (MFA or equivalent) anticipated by the start date OR Bachelor’s Degree in theatre or related field and five or more years of professional theatre experience at the regional or national level. Ability to teach beginning through advanced musical theatre courses. Preferred Qualifications At least two years of teaching experience at a university, conservatory, or recognized acting training program and a demonstrated record of professional achievements. Essential Functions and percent of time: 55% – Teaching classes
10% – Supervising students in Acting and Musical Theatre
15% – Directing one play or musical per year for School of Fine and Performing Arts Theatre season and other creative projects as assigned.
10% – Helping to meet the University’s strategic goal of promoting inclusive excellence (such as diversifying the curriculum and recruiting and retaining a more diverse student body).
10% – Service for the department, college, and university Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide links to and/or examples of your creative and/or scholarly work produced in the last 5 years and attach under ‘Other Document 1’. Posting Date 12/11/2024 First Consideration Date: 01/20/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions
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* Do you or will you have a terminal degree in musical theatre or related field (MFA or equivalent) by the start date? Yes No * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in theatre or related field? Yes No * How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply. WSU Careers website Academic Careers Academic Keys Chronicle Diversity in Higher Ed Diverse Issues in Higher Ed Facebook HBCU Higher Ed Jobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Social Media Personal referral Women in Higher Ed Other Job Fair or Hiring Event Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume/CV References Copies of Transcripts Other Document 1 Optional Documents Teaching Statement
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