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Working/Functional Title

Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof Fixed Term- THR

Position Summary

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Theatre, Voice, and Dance. Theatre courses may include: Acting, Voice, Movement, Design and Technology, Theatre Studies, and Special Topics in Theatre. Dance courses include: Improvisation, Dance Technique of various styles, Choreography, and Special Topics in Dance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -MFA is a doctorate level degree in CAL

Minimum Requirements

• BA, MA, MFA or Ph.D. in theatre, dance or the arts or humanities.
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Professional experience in the performing arts field.

Required Application Materials

• a cover letter
• current curriculum vitae
• A 1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. The statement should also include an explanation of related past or planned activities/endeavors as well as how the candidate will advance our goals of inclusive excellence. For more about MSU’s DEI efforts, see https://inclusion.msu.edu/. For more information about writing diversity statements, see https://cal.msu.edu/documents/cal-guidelines-for-the-writing-of-diversity-statements/ 
• the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin April 23, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website http://careers.msu.edu. Posting number 940837.

For more information, contact Ryan Welsh, Chair of the Search Committee at welshry2@msu.edu.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.

Review of Applications Begins On

04/23/2024

Website

https://theatre.msu.edu/

Department Statement

The College of Arts & Letters recognizes that only an academic and organizational culture, which actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members results in true excellence. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The College of Arts & Letters is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion. 

MSU Statement

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About Michigan State University

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