Assistant Professor of Theatre

Job Description

The Department of English, Theatre, and World Languages at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Theatre beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will provide academic and administrative leadership for the Theatre program and contribute to its continued development, visibility, and growth.

Degree in appropriate discipline area – prior experience teaching in higher education setting.

A doctoral degree in Theatre or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates with a terminal degree in Theatre, as well as those with exceptional professional and higher education experience, will also be considered. College-level teaching experience is required.

Responsibilities will include directing the Theatre program, coordinating curriculum and course scheduling, advising and mentoring Theatre majors and minors, supporting recruitment and retention efforts, and collaborating with Theatre faculty in planning and executing the annual production season. The position will also help strengthen connections with prospective students, schools, community partners, and other university programs and initiatives.

Teaching responsibilities may include Introduction to Theatre, Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, directing, performance, and other courses within the successful applicant’s areas of expertise. The position will contribute to the coordination and delivery of the program’s core curriculum and support student productions.

The successful candidate will oversee the Theatre program’s budget in collaboration with department leadership, including planning and allocating resources for productions, instructional needs, equipment, and other program priorities.

Minimum Training and Experience

Degree in appropriate discipline area – prior experience teaching in higher education setting

Management Preference

A doctoral degree in Theatre or a closely related field and exceptional professional experience are preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.