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Job Family Group:

Faculty

Time Type:

Full time

Department/Office:

Human Communication and Theatre

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Job Description:

Trinity University seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Communication and Theatre, beginning in August of 2027. This is a theatre generalist position for a scholar/artist with a strong commitment to teaching in an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences context. We are interested in candidates with experience in multiple areas of theatre, including, but not limited to, acting, directing, theatre history and theory, dramatic literature, and other areas based on expertise. The successful candidate will direct one major production per academic year; supervise student lab productions; contribute to Trinity’s general education Pathways courses; and advise theatre majors and minors. In addition, tenure-track faculty are expected to maintain a program of scholarly research and/or professional creative activity.

BACKGROUND

Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution, founded in 1869. Trinity offers high-quality science, liberal arts, and pre-professional programs as represented by the four schools (STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Science and Civic Engagement, and Business) to approximately 2,500 undergraduate students from the U.S. and more than 45 countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic diversity. Additional information can be found on the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio.

The Carlos Alvarez School of Arts and Humanities, endowed with a gift of $25 million, is at the center of Trinity's liberal arts education. Faculty are international leaders in their respective fields, creating engaged learning experiences grounded in careful study of tradition, critical thinking, clear communication, and creative expression.

The Department of Human Communication and Theatre offers two relatively independent majors and minors. The Theatre Program offers a BA education that integrates history, theory, and practice. Our annual Stieren Guest Artist program and student-faculty research create opportunities to collaborate meaningfully with diverse theatre professionals.

Both the Department of Human Communication & Theatre and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Teaching: Teach courses in acting, directing, theatre history and theory, dramatic literature, performance studies, and our general education Pathways requirements.
  • Teaching load is 3-2 courses per academic year. One course release is given for directing in the Trinity Theatre Mainstage Season.
  • Directing: Direct one show per academic year as part of the Trinity Theatre Mainstage Season.
  • Research/Creative Work: Consistent and productive scholarly and/or creative activity, including acting and/or directing at professional venues, publication of research, and/or presentation of papers at academic conferences.
  • Service: Advising majors and minors, service to the department, the university, the profession, and the community.

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

This is a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Theatre position beginning August 2027. The salary will be competitive.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Required: A Ph.D. or D.F.A. in theatre, or related field, with degree in hand by August 2027 and/or an M.F.A. in performance or directing.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Teaching experience at the Undergraduate Level

Directing experience at the university or professional level

Preferred: Research/Scholarship expertise in theatre studies and/or performance studies.

HOW TO APPLY

For internal applicants, please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided here.

For external applicants, when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected.

For all applicants, you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae.

In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following as seen below.

File 1: Letter of application including statement of teaching philosophy

File 2: Statement of research agenda and/or creative plans

File 3: C.V.

File 4: Evidence of teaching excellence and an example of scholarship or other professional activity

File 5: Intentional inclusion statement - Intentional Inclusion is a core value at Trinity University. Please provide a brief (1-2 page) reflection on the ways that you might contribute to cultivating an environment where people feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Provide examples of how that relates to your teaching, research/scholarship and other professional activities.

Finalists will be asked to provide three recent letters of recommendation and official transcripts.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Dr. Nathan Stith

Search Committee Chair

[email protected]

Department of Human Communication and Theatre

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email [email protected].

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