Missouri State University hiring Assistant Professor (Theatre & Dance)-9 month appointment in Springfield, Missouri, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Posting DetailsPosition Information

Position Title Assistant Professor (Theatre & Dance)-9 month appointment

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department Theatre & Dance

HR Home Department 020216 THEATRE & DANCE

Pay Grade Unclassified

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Faculty Appointment Type Tenure Track

Term (if applicable) 9 month

Begin Date of Appointment 08/12/2024

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

General FunctionThe Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.

Description Of Primary DutiesPrimary duties of the position are situated within the BA and BS Theatre programs, with overlapping support for the BSED Theatre program. Possible courses to be taught include Script Analysis, Acting Fundamentals, Dramaturgy, Directing I, Arts Administration, or other courses or directing assignments within the applicant’s area of expertise, as determined by consultation with the Department Head. The candidate should demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for a theatre generalist curriculum within a department which also includes robust pre-professional BFA and BSED programs. Position also includes department/college/university service, and student advising, and may include serving as the mentor for student dramaturgy in the mainstage season, senior projects, or student production groups. Departmental responsibilities include involvement with program planning, assessment, curriculum development, and participation in department governance.

Candidates should submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, and a list of at least three professional/academic references.

Minimum Acceptable QualificationsThe minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Additional QualificationsCandidates must hold a terminal degree (normally, a PHD or a 60-hour MFA ) in theatre or a closely related area. Ongoing professional research/creative activity, recruiting, and university & professional service is expected.

Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm

Open Date 03/05/2024

Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)Special Instructions to ApplicantsThe first date of consideration is April 10, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

EO/AA and Diversity StatementNon Discrimination StatementMissouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu , 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu , 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

Background Check StatementEmployment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number 20240030FTF

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/73681