Okcu
Assistant Professor of Theatre
Okcu, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
VP Area:
Theatre School
Department:
Theatre School
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Benefit Eligibility:
Yes
Position Summary:
The School of Theatre at Oklahoma City University invites culturally and academically diverse applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre beginning January 2025.
OCU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body. We welcome applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the faculties of higher education institutions. The School of Theatre is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is aligned with our university’s overarching vision and mission.
Teaching, Scholarship, and Service Requirements
The successful candidate will join our professional artistic community, teach within the School of Theatre, and serve as a leader in the BA in Theatre Innovation and Entrepreneurship (BATIE) program. Duties include teaching core courses in Script Analysis and other areas of expertise; serving as a mentor to students within the BATIE program; assisting in forging and maintaining relationships with regional and international partners; and collaborating on the annual student capstone.
Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching; an exceptional record of creative/scholarly activity in the discipline; and strong service contributions to the school, university, and relevant external professional organizations. The successful candidate is expected to participate in the school's assessment program and in student recruiting and retention efforts for the school and university.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants with an earned terminal degree in theatre or related discipline (ABD included) will be considered; previous university-level teaching experience preferred. Applicants should have significant professional experience as a theatre artist and a passion for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. In addition to the ability to provide instruction in Script Analysis, we are seeking applicants with experience in at least two of the following areas: Directing, Producing, Applied Theatre, Dramatic Literature, Dramaturgy, Arts Administration, and/or Playwriting.
School of Theatre
The School of Theatre offers comprehensive and diverse undergraduate programs with tracks in professional, educational, and applied theatre training. At the undergraduate level, we offer a BFA in Acting, BFA in Design and Production, and a BA in Theatre Innovation and Entrepreneurship program that has gained a national reputation. The school also offers a unique MFA in Screen Acting with year-one in Los Angeles and year-two in London. The School of Theatre is part of the Margaret E. Petree College of Performing Arts, which includes the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment and the Wanda L. Bass School of Music.
The School of Theatre prepares young theatre artists for a sustainable, professional life. Our faculty inspire undergraduate students in a rigorous, disciplined, and collaborative academic and production environment. More information on our programs and productions can be found at:
www.okcu.edu/theatre
About Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City University was founded in 1904 and is a coeducational, urban, private university located in the Uptown district of Oklahoma City. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts and sciences disciplines.
Employee Benefits
The faculty of OCU are afforded a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to fit the needs of you and your family. Benefits offered include health insurance, flexible spending accounts, university-paid life insurance, university-paid long-term disability insurance, retirement plans, and tuition remission for employees and qualifying dependents.
Required Application Materials
All applications must include:
CV and Cover Letter with Professional References listed
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcripts*
*Official transcripts are required to complete the hiring process.
Contact for Additional Questions
Search Chair:
W. Jerome Stevenson, Associate Dean, School of Theatre,
wjstevenson@okcu.edu
Diversity Advocate:
Dr. Amy Osatinski, Associate Professor of Theatre History,
asosatinski@okcu.edu
Oklahoma City University is an equal-opportunity employer and affirms the values and goals of diversity.
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Theatre School
Department:
Theatre School
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Benefit Eligibility:
Yes
Position Summary:
The School of Theatre at Oklahoma City University invites culturally and academically diverse applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre beginning January 2025.
OCU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body. We welcome applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in the faculties of higher education institutions. The School of Theatre is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is aligned with our university’s overarching vision and mission.
Teaching, Scholarship, and Service Requirements
The successful candidate will join our professional artistic community, teach within the School of Theatre, and serve as a leader in the BA in Theatre Innovation and Entrepreneurship (BATIE) program. Duties include teaching core courses in Script Analysis and other areas of expertise; serving as a mentor to students within the BATIE program; assisting in forging and maintaining relationships with regional and international partners; and collaborating on the annual student capstone.
Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching; an exceptional record of creative/scholarly activity in the discipline; and strong service contributions to the school, university, and relevant external professional organizations. The successful candidate is expected to participate in the school's assessment program and in student recruiting and retention efforts for the school and university.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants with an earned terminal degree in theatre or related discipline (ABD included) will be considered; previous university-level teaching experience preferred. Applicants should have significant professional experience as a theatre artist and a passion for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. In addition to the ability to provide instruction in Script Analysis, we are seeking applicants with experience in at least two of the following areas: Directing, Producing, Applied Theatre, Dramatic Literature, Dramaturgy, Arts Administration, and/or Playwriting.
School of Theatre
The School of Theatre offers comprehensive and diverse undergraduate programs with tracks in professional, educational, and applied theatre training. At the undergraduate level, we offer a BFA in Acting, BFA in Design and Production, and a BA in Theatre Innovation and Entrepreneurship program that has gained a national reputation. The school also offers a unique MFA in Screen Acting with year-one in Los Angeles and year-two in London. The School of Theatre is part of the Margaret E. Petree College of Performing Arts, which includes the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment and the Wanda L. Bass School of Music.
The School of Theatre prepares young theatre artists for a sustainable, professional life. Our faculty inspire undergraduate students in a rigorous, disciplined, and collaborative academic and production environment. More information on our programs and productions can be found at:
www.okcu.edu/theatre
About Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City University was founded in 1904 and is a coeducational, urban, private university located in the Uptown district of Oklahoma City. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts and sciences disciplines.
Employee Benefits
The faculty of OCU are afforded a generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to fit the needs of you and your family. Benefits offered include health insurance, flexible spending accounts, university-paid life insurance, university-paid long-term disability insurance, retirement plans, and tuition remission for employees and qualifying dependents.
Required Application Materials
All applications must include:
CV and Cover Letter with Professional References listed
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcripts*
*Official transcripts are required to complete the hiring process.
Contact for Additional Questions
Search Chair:
W. Jerome Stevenson, Associate Dean, School of Theatre,
wjstevenson@okcu.edu
Diversity Advocate:
Dr. Amy Osatinski, Associate Professor of Theatre History,
asosatinski@okcu.edu
Oklahoma City University is an equal-opportunity employer and affirms the values and goals of diversity.
#J-18808-Ljbffr