Assistant Professor of Theatre History
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Sep 13, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The School of Theatre in the College of Arts and Architecture at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Theatre History. Full University Benefits apply. The Penn State School of Theatre is home to multiple undergraduate degrees, including a BA in Theatre, BFA degrees in Acting, Musical Theatre, Design & Technology, and Stage Management, and an MFA in Theatre (with Design, Technology, Music Directing, and Directing emphases). The successful candidate will teach a 3/2 course load, or its equivalent, which may include courses in theatre history, theory, or dramatic literature. They will contribute to the broader curriculum as appropriate and will be expected to maintain an active research and/or creative activity profile that demonstrates ongoing contributions to the field. It is also expected that the faculty member will engage in service activities through participation on committees within the School of Theatre, the College of Arts and Architecture, the University, and the professional community. The University Park campus is located within State College, Pennsylvania, which was recently ranked number 5 in a ranking of top college towns by the American Institute for Economic Research, and number 15 in a ranking of the Safest College Towns in America by Safewise. Located in a valley in the Appalachian Mountains, in Centre County, Pennsylvania, employment at Penn State offers an incredible opportunity to enjoy the beauty of central Pennsylvania outdoors combined with all the culture, sports, and entertainment a large university community can bring, and is within drivable distance from New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Washington DC. Required qualifications:
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