The Department of Theater at Colgate University invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Theater History and Performance Studies. Ideally, the position will begin in fall 2025, but the department will consider applicants who are not available until spring 2026. There is a possibility of renewal for one or two additional years, contingent on department needs and successful teaching in the first year. Completion of a terminal degree (Ph.D. or D.F.A.) is required before or shortly after the date of hire. Please note that Colgate will not sponsor any visa or work authorization for this position.
The field of specialization is open, and versatile candidates with the ability to cover a wide variety of historical periods and geographical areas in their teaching are especially encouraged to apply. The teaching assignment of five courses per year includes a two-semester course sequence in theater history, required of all theater majors, as well as the opportunity to teach one or more advanced courses in the candidate's field(s) of specialization. The successful candidate may be expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.
Review of applications will begin June 23 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates who wish to begin the position in fall 2025 are strongly encouraged to submit their application materials by June 23. A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three professional references must be submitted through Interfolio at . In the cover letter, candidates must describe how their approach to teaching might create an inclusive educational environment. Candidates who identify as persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Colgate is a highly selective liberal arts university of 3,200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Theater department can be found here. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings for other employment opportunities at Colgate and other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at this website .
Salary Range or Pay Grade
$71,000 (for ABD candidates) to $75,000 (for candidates with a PhD in hand)
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