HUNTINGTON
UNIVERSITY THEATRE DESIGN
Huntington University
Department of Theatre seeks applicants for a tenure-track
Assistant/Associate Professor of Theatre Design, beginning August 2008.
Primary responsibilities include courses in two of the three design
areas (Scenic, Costume & Lighting Design), function as Designer and
either Technical Director or Costume Shop Supervisor for four show
departmental season. Other duties include advising students, supervising
student projects and serving on departmental and university committees.
The position requires the ability to design and execute designs.
Continued professional activity expected. The candidate should
demonstrate commitment to teaching and be able to show evidence of
teaching effectiveness.
QUALIFICATIONS SOUGHT
-
Christian commitment with evangelical persuasion
- PhD or
MFA in Theatre, with relevant professional and educational theatre
experience desired
- Strong
creative work, especially in directing
-
Ability to work with other professional faculty, staff and student
volunteers
-
Ability to teach effectively in dynamic theatre department
-
Understanding of role of
theatre in a liberal arts program
A growing
institution, Huntington University is an evangelical Christian liberal
arts university of the United Brethren in Christ Church. The University
has approximately 1,000 students, 62 faculty, and is a member of the
Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.
Rank and
salary are dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Fringe benefits include TIAA/CREF, medical, life and disability
insurance, and tuition remission for dependents. Huntington University,
in its employment practices, does not discriminate on the basis of race,
sex, age, or national origin. Women and minorities are encouraged to
apply. Huntington University is an equal opportunity employer.
Information
about Huntington University may be found at
www.huntington.edu.
Huntington
University application form may be found at
www.huntington.edu/dean.
Letters of
application, completed Huntington University application (www.huntington.edu/dean)
with credentials should be sent to Dr. Norris Friesen, Vice President
and Dean, Huntington University, 2303 College Avenue, Huntington,
Indiana 46750, or emailed to
nfriesen@huntington.edu by January 5, 2008. Information available
at
www.huntington.edu/theatre.
