Assistant Professor, Theatre

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The Opportunity

The University of Central Florida (UCF) School of Performing Arts is seeking a 9-month tenure-earning assistant professor. Instructional duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate Stage Combat Training/Movement and various acting courses and may also entail teaching other topics based on specialty.Additional responsibilities may include directing opportunities during the Theatre UCF departmental season. Ongoing research/creative activities and university service is an expectation of all tenured and tenure-earning faculty. Collaboration with faculty, staff, and students in the School of Performing Arts is expected. The anticipated start date is August 2024.

UCF is a public research university that promotes a diverse and inclusive environment and is home to a growing student population of over 70,000 students. In alignment with our , UCF has expanded access and learning pathways, grown our student population, and extended our physical and digital footprints to support business migration and population growth in Florida. Our student body reflects the future of Florida and America, composed of diverse, entrepreneurial, creative, and community-minded innovators. Located in Orlando, it is the center of a growing, diverse community of nearly two million people. The Department of Theatre, within the School of Performing Arts, offers BFA degrees in Acting, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, and Design and Technology, as well as a B.A. in Theatre Studies. Graduate programs include MFA in Acting, M.A. in Musical Theatre, M.A. in Theatre Studies, MFA in Themed Experience, and MFA in Theatre for Young Audiences. For more information about the Department of Theatre, please visit our website at.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A terminal degree in Theatre (MFA or Ph.D.) or allied field from an accredited institution with at least 3 years of professional experience or a master's degree in Theatre or allied field from an accredited institution with at least 5 years of professional experience or a bachelor's degree in Theatre or allied field from an accredited institution with at least 5 years of exceptional industry experience.

• Demonstrated and extensive experience teaching, including advanced studio teaching and/or secondary education.

• Demonstrated and extensive professional experience in teaching or choreographing stage combat.

• Evidence of significant professional activity that demonstrates a clear capacity for academic advancement commensurate with a tenure-earning position.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in Acting or Theatre from an accredited institution.

• Significant experience teaching at the college or university level, especially in courses related to stage combat, movement, and acting.

• Certification from a recognized organization and/or significant professional experience in stage combat.

• Significant professional experience as an actor/combatant at the regional or national level.

• Evidence of creative or research activity in theatre, such as publications, conferences, presentations, workshops/masterclasses, awards, or grants. Ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, . In addition to the online application, candidates should include:

• Cover letter,

• Personal teaching philosophy,

• Current curriculum vitae,

• Performance resume,

• Statement on creative and research activities with supporting evidence,

• Names and contact information for three professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit documents at a later date.

Please direct any questions regarding the search to Chloe Rae Edmonson, Chair of the Theatre Faculty Search, via email to chloe.edmonson@ucf.edu.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

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Job Close Date:

The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. EST, November 30, 2023.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, healthcare flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando area attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.

And more...For more benefits information, go to 'Prospective Employees' on the UCF Human Resources website ().

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region's talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It's one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation's top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 240-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of higher education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to employment in research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty positions (including employed visiting positions), graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, postdoctoral scholar positions, and undergraduate positions.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.