Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term
Michigan State University

Job Info

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Job no: 813970
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Arts And Letters
Department: Theatre 10004832
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Faculty, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Working/Functional Title

Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Theatre seeks to hire a one semester fixed term assistant instructor/instructor/assistant professor as a sabbatical replacement to teach 2 classes (undergraduate voice, graduate voice) and direct one studio show TBD (of candidate's choice).

Voice for the Actor: BFA actors. An introductory course that covers physiology, vocal health, IPA, and strategies for speech and vocal production.

Dialects: MFA actors. Strategies for accent acquisition and performance.

Storefront Theatre Director-- Storefront Theatre is a series of theatrical productions that are not design-supported and rather focus on the acting. The successful candidate will choose the production along with the Acting Faculty. The desired production may contain heightened language.

Position is full time and will begin on January 1, 2023.

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

Minimum Requirements

Experience teaching in a higher education setting.

Desired Qualifications

Experience teaching in higher education or professional settings. Experience as a dialect coach in educational or professional settings. Certification or experience in Knight-Thompson Speechwork. Certification or significant experience in a recognized vocal pedagogy. Expertise in IPA. Experience creating student-centered, trauma-informed, and inclusive curricula. MFA preferred.

Required Application Materials

a cover letter

current curriculum vitae

A 1-page summary of the candidate's philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains their 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.

the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Together-we-will StatementThe university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin September 26, 2022 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 813970.

For more information, contact Rob Roznowski, Chair of the Search Committee at roznows5@msu.edu.

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

Review of Applications Begins On

09/26/2022

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

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Sep 19, 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 19, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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