The DePaul University School of Music invites applications for the tenure-eligible position of Assistant Professor and Director of DePaul Opera Theater to begin September 1, 2024.
The Director of DePaul Opera Theatre will direct and manage at least two productions per academic year, including the cultivation and supervision of artistic and technical staff; teach courses at the undergraduate and master’s level in acting and stage techniques; participate in school, university, and discipline-related service; assist voice faculty in student recruitment; and maintain active research/professional/creative activity outside of DePaul. Additional areas may be determined depending on School of Music needs, candidate strengths and interests, and opportunities for growth for the candidate and the field.
Demonstrated record of or potential for excellence in teaching.
Demonstrated record of or potential for productive creative work.
Demonstrated record of successful budget oversight highly desirable.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A Complete Application Should Include The Following
A cover letter addressing interest in the position;
Your curriculum vitae;
A teaching statement that articulates experiences and plans (1 page);
Your research plan, including details for student involvement (1-2 pages);
A diversity statement (1 page);
Names of three professional references.
Review of applications will begin December 15 and continue until the position is filled.
For further questions about this position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Professor Dana Hall, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs at dhall1@depaul.edu .
Applicant Documents
C.V.(1)
Cover Letter(1)
Contact Reference(1)
Diversity Statement(1)
Research Plan(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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