Prospective Faculty

POSITION: The Department of Theatre at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position as assistant or associate professor of scenic and lighting design beginning fall semester 2010.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach courses in scenic design, lighting design, design aesthetics, scene painting, rendering and other courses as assigned, design sets and/or lights for departmental productions in an active undergraduate (BA/BFA) theatre program. Participation in student advisement, recruitment and departmental/university committees required. For advancement at Auburn, faculty must stay active in professional work beyond the academic setting.

QUALIFICATIONS: MFA in scenic and lighting design with at least three years university teaching experience and professional experience beyond the academic arena required. We are especially interested in candidates with additional skills in scene painting, hand and computer drafting, rendering, and membership in United Scenic Artists.

SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Final appointment is contingent upon funding.

START DATE: August 16, 2010

APPLICATION: Send letter of application, CV, (do not send portfolios at this time) and at least three letters of reference (with daytime phone numbers) to:

Thereza Oleinick, Chair
Design Search Committee
211 Telfair Peet Theatre
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama 36849-5422

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2010. Search will remain open until position is filled.

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required.

Auburn University is one of the nation's premier land, sea, and space grant institutions. In the 2010 edition of U.S. News and World Report, it was ranked 39th among public universities, with a fall 2009 enrollment of 24,602 students from all fifty states and approximately 80 countries. The Department of Theatre offers a BA in theatre as well as BFA degrees in acting, music theatre performance, design & technology, and management. The department is housed in a dedicated theatre facility including a 361-seat continental house with proscenium/thrust stage, studio theatre, design studio, fully equipped shops, smart classrooms, and a computer lab.

Auburn University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.

Auburn University Theatre invites applications for a full time renewable (for a maximum of five years) non tenure-track position as Instructor of Dance beginning Fall Semester 2010. Teach all levels of ballet, jazz, and music theatre repertoire in strong theatre program with established music theatre degree track and growing dance minor. Additional duties include choreographing main stage music theatre productions and advising dance minors. Opportunities to choreograph/perform in department dance productions. B.F.A. in Dance with a minimum of three years college teaching required. M.F.A. in Dance, college teaching experience and prior record of artistic achievement including professional experience beyond the academic arena preferred. Experience as a dance instructor in a music theatre degree program strongly desired. Ability to collaborate as a member of a well established artistic team essential. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Starting date August 16, 2010. Send letter of application, resume and names with daytime telephone numbers of at least three references to Dance Screening Committee, 211 Telfair Peet Theatre, Auburn University, Alabama 36849-5422. For first consideration, apply by November 1, 2009. Position will remain open until a candidate is recommended for appointment. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills required. Auburn University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job summary: The individual in this position plays a key role in the construction and completion of all non-costume design elements for all Auburn University Theatre productions. This individual also assists in meeting technical needs of non-AU Theatre performance groups using the university theatre facility, including staffing and running technical aspects of performances by outside groups. The Assistant Technical Director assists the Technical Director in training students in the proper use of power tools and equipment and helps to promote a safe working environment for students and part-time workers by example. The Assistant Technical Director also assists in overseeing student crews during technical rehearsals and performances, in maintaining production and rehearsal facilities, and serves as master carpenter for a minimum of six productions housed in two theatres.

Min. Qualifications: The minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or equivalent and three years experience in technical theatre support and/or scene construction for a theatrical production. ?Employer will consider advanced degrees in lieu of experience. Proficiency in CAD, theatrical rigging, carpentry and welding are required. Strong collaborative, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills are essential. A high emphasis is placed on safety, quality workmanship and meeting deadlines.For consideration, please utilize the attachment feature of the on-line application system: https://www.auemployment.com and attach/complete the following: application (which includes three professional references and their contact information), resume, and two current letters of recommendation. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Desired: A BA or BFA from an accredited institution in Technical Theatre with additional years of experience as an Assistant Technical Director are strongly desired. Experience in maintenance of equipment and organizational skills are also desired as is a strong background in employee and facility safety. Experience in either sound, lighting or automation desired but not required.