Visiting Assistant Professor in Oxford

The Department of Theatre seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic, and engaging Visiting Assistant Professor for the academic year to teach courses in acting and related areas (which might include Principles of Acting, Voice & Movement, Acting for the Musical Stage, Acting for the Camera, Acting for Nonmajors, and/or Experiencing Theatre); recruit and mentor student actors; and provide service to the institution.

Faculty in the Department of Theatre supervise and mentor student research and creative projects, contribute to theatre studies and liberal education curricula, participate in recruitment activities, and engage in other services as assigned. The department offers a B.A. in Theatre in the context of a liberal arts university.

Terminal degree in acting, directing, theatre, or a closely related field required by date of appointment. Consideration may be given to candidates holding an M.F.A. in Acting, prior experience teaching acting; demonstrated ability to teach all levels of acting including courses in acting for the camera, movement, voice, and/or musical theatre; professional experience as an actor in theatre, film, or other segments of the entertainment industry; experience directing theatre productions; experience nurturing and developing new work; and developing inclusive and innovative curricula that blend theory and practice.

Submit cover letter, teaching philosophy, and curriculum vitae.

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Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.