The Millikin University School of Theatre and Dance is accepting applications for a full-time tenure track position in Theatre History & Criticism to begin in August 2025.
Responsibilities include:
• Teach courses in Play Analysis both beginning and advanced undergraduate levels.
• Teach courses in Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, Performance Studies, and other topics such as Devising, Directing, and/or Theatre for Young Audiences as expertise allows.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Director of the School of Theatre & Dance and other theatre faculty.
• Attend School of Theatre & Dance, College of Fine Arts, and full faculty meetings
• University and School of Theatre & Dance service
• Advise undergraduate students through curriculum and mentorship
Required qualifications:
• PhD in Theatre
• University level teaching experience
• Demonstrated teaching experience in theatre history
• Demonstrated teaching experience in dramatic literature, performance studies, and/or dramaturgy
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office communication tools such as Teams, Sharepoint, and Outlook
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Teaching and collaborative practices related to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Access
• Experience in teaching courses and leading student groups in BIPOC/GM topics.
• Experience in Theatre for Young Audiences and Community Engagement.
• Experience in Devising and/or Directing.
• Intimacy Direction/Coaching at the university and/or professional level.