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The Department of Visual and Performing Arts in the College of Arts & Sciences at Quinnipiac University invites applications for a dynamic and student-centered Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor in Theater. This is a full-time, non tenure-track position. We seek a talented individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to exceptional teaching.

The successful candidate will contribute to the Theater program through teaching, mentorship, and production leadership. Responsibilities include teaching courses that support the Theater program, including introductory courses that contribute to the Theater Minor and the University Curriculum Fine Arts requirement. The position also includes mentoring student designers across scenic, lighting, costume, sound, and props; serving as production manager for mainstage productions; and collaborating with faculty and staff to support the planning and execution of performances in the Theatre Arts Center.

The faculty member will play a central role in supporting both mainstage and student-driven productions, supervising production activities, and ensuring the safe and effective use of theater facilities and equipment. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, holding regular office hours, and participating in service activities that support the program, department, college, and university. The start date will be August 10, 2026.

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• Teach courses that support the Theater program, including introductory courses that contribute to the Theater Minor, support student theater groups, and fulfill the University Curriculum Fine Arts requirement.
• The normal teaching load for teaching faculty is four courses (12 credits) per semester. The successful candidate may receive up to two course releases per semester (reducing the teaching load to two courses, or 6 credits per semester) to support additional responsibilities, such as: 

• Recruit, mentor, and supervise student designers across scenic, lighting, costume, sound, and props
• Serve as production manager for all mainstage productions
• Collaborate with the Director of Theater Productions and Programming in managing budgets and purchasing for all design areas
• Lead the technical execution of productions, including building, painting, and striking sets; hanging, focusing, and striking lighting plots; and facilitating sound load-ins and strikes, while adhering to all shop and production safety standards
• Establish, implement, and oversee safety protocols and best practices for all production activities—including scenery construction, installation, rehearsals, and performances—working collaboratively with faculty directors and guest designers to ensure safe and effective execution.
• Participate in all technical rehearsals
• Supervise production elements for student-run theater, non-theater performances (e.g., concerts, dance recitals, guest speakers), and outside rentals in the Theatre Arts Center

• Hold regular office hours for students 
• Guide, advise, and mentor students academically and professionally 
• Engage in service to support the program, department, college and the university, which includes attending department and college meetings and other university events as required 
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, in consultation with the Director of Theater Productions and Programming and the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences

• Master’s degree in an appropriate field of study. Candidates with a terminal degree in the field (including an MFA) may be appointed at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, while candidates with a Master’s degree may be appointed at the rank of Instructor.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level
• Professional experience and/or graduate-level training in theater design, production management, and technical direction
• Proven commitment to collegiality and the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating a culture of safety in production environments and training students in best practices.

 Preferred Qualifications

• ETCP Theatre Rigging certification or equivalent professional rigging experience with a demonstrated record of safe rigging practices.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety Training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification (American Red Cross or equivalent).

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available) statement of scholarship/research efforts and plans, and contact information for three references.

Complete applications received before April 3rd, 2026 will receive first consideration.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.