JHU Theatre is searching for a dedicated theatre artist and teacher, someone interested in participating in our academic program while continuing to be active as a professional dramatist and playmaker.
· 1 year appointment, with potential for renewal
· Full-time Lecturer ($50,000 – $98,500) or Senior Lecturer ($54,500 – $100,500) with benefits
· 3 courses per year
· For the academic year 25-26
· Appointment in Theatre Arts and Studies, with affiliation with The Writing Seminars
We offer a conservatory-style curriculum and theatre minor to undergraduates at JHU. In addition to theatre courses, we produce two mainstage productions per year, and several smaller performances. The Artist in Residence would teach two playwriting classes, cross-listed with The Writing Seminars. There would also be opportunity to teach acting or another course in their areas of interest. Outside of the classroom, the Artist in Residence could contribute to productions, work with student groups, and find creative ways to share their theatre expertise with our dedicated and pluralist student body. Potential opportunity for directing a production. We are committed to providing a flexible and creative working environment, so that you can continue as a working professional.
Qualifications:
· Active playwright and playmaker
· Experienced teacher at the college level or equivalent
· MFA preferred, or significant professional experience
The application process will be through Interfolio. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit the following materials by March 24:
· Letter of interest, including an account of teaching experiences and approaches
· Curriculum Vitae
· Representative writing sample of up to 25 pages
· Contact information for two references
· Link to website welcome; links to PDFs of additional writing samples welcome
