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Assistant Professor, Theatre Generalist

Providence College  ·  Providence, RI
Assistant ProfessorTenure-TrackTheatre

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Assistant Professor, Theatre Generalist Print Assistant Professor, Theatre Generalist Salary See Position Description Location Providence College Job Type Ordinary Faculty Job Number PC00295 Division Academic Affairs Department Theatre, Dance and Film Opening Date 09/10/2026 Closing Date 11/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit NU Description Benefits Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican

Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission. Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community— an environment that

reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s

Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document) (Download PDF reader) Overview The Department of Theatre, Dance and Film at Providence College seeks a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Theatre beginning August 1, 2027.The department seeks a Theatre Generalist with a PhD in Theatre, Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, or a related field. The position includes a 3/3 course load

which will include Theatre Appreciation, Script Analysis, History of Theatre, Multicultural Theatre in America, Western Drama in Performance, and special topics courses within the candidate’s expertise. Other courses may include Oral Communication, Oral Interpretation, Introduction to Acting, Public Speaking, Theatrical Production, or Principles of Playwriting, depending on the candidate's expertise. Other duties

include participation in departmental mainstage productions, meetings, and activities; new student recruitment; academic advisement; and advisement on student creative projects. Active engagement in creative and/or scholarly work, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and service to the college and one’s discipline are required. Successful candidates will provide evidence of inclusive pedagogy and a commitment to

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