Minneapolis,
Athens, Ohio
Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 18-Apr-26
Location: VA
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: 55000436
Title: Assistant Professor - Performance (Full-Time Temporary)
Application Review Date: May 11, 2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
| Job Description Assistant Professor in Performance (full-time temporary); one-year appointment beginning Fall 2026 |
| Required Qualifications The successful candidate is a congenial collaborator and a mentor with strong oral and written communication skills. Requirements: terminal degree in Acting or Directing, experience teaching undergraduate acting courses. |
| Preferred Qualifications: Preference given to candidates with experience directing productions in an undergraduate environment. Also preferred, candidates with expertise in other areas of theatre, experience teaching Theatre Appreciation and knowledge of online course delivery. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants A cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, sample syllabi and names and phone numbers of three references. Review of applications begins May 11, continuing until the position is filled. Go to https://www.radford.edu/content/human-resources/home/employee-experience-/managers-supervisors/teaching-faculty-search/TRFacultySearchCommittee.html for information regarding the search process. |
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Months per Year: 9
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty
Employee Classification: Assistant Professor
Department: Theatre, Dept of
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Department Contact Name: Robyn Berg
Department Contact Phone: 5408315231
Department Contact Email: rberg3@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
| Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. |
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Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
