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The University of Texas at Arlington Assistant Professor of Performance Studies in Arlington, Texas
Assistant Professor of Performance Studies
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Curriculum Vitae
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Unofficial Transcripts
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Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to Austin Eyerat Austin.Eyer@uta.edu .
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number F00581P
Position Title Assistant Professor of Performance Studies
Department Theatre Arts & Dance
Location Arlington
Job Family Faculty
Position Status Full-time
Rank Tenure-track
Work Hours Standard
Open to External and Internal
FLSA Exempt
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Job Summary
The Theatre Arts and Dance Department at the University of Texas at Arlington seeks a tenure-track professor in Theatre Arts and Dance. The successful candidate will be an artist-scholar with experience and/or desire to teach courses in theatre studies, performance studies, and applied theatre. These could include core Theatre majors’ classes like Script Analysis, Acting, or Directing, and courses in the candidate’s area of praxis such as Autoethnography; Performance Devising; Performance Theory; Dramaturgy; Theatre for Social Justice; Theatre and Disability Studies; Theatre and d/Deaf Studies. This colleague will also maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to performance studies or cognate areas. The College of Liberal Arts contains 12 departments with wide opportunity for intra-College collaboration. Of potential interest to performance studies artist-scholars are our programs in Modern Languages/TESOL, History; English, Anthropology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Philosophy; and our minors in Deaf Studies and ASL, Disability Studies; and Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies. Required: PhD in Performance Studies, Theatre, Dance, or Related Field. ABD considered with scheduled dissertation defense with PhD in hand before September 1, 2025.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses in theatre studies, performance studies, and applied theatre.
Maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to performance studies or cognate areas.
Other faculty service as assigned.
Required Qualifications
PhD in Performance Studies, Theatre, Dance or Related Field.
ABD considered with scheduled dissertation defense with PhD in hand before September 1, 2025.
Experience and/or desire to teach courses in theatre studies, performance studies, and applied theatre.
Preferred Qualifications
Research area in community engagement scholarship.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Department Information
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance in the College of Liberal Arts at UTA provides a comprehensive undergraduate education through theory, research, and practice in the performing arts, theatrical design, and dance. Our educational environment is characterized by shared values, unity of purpose, mutual respect, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
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EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2025
Open Date 09/24/2024
Review Start Date 11/08/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29766 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Contact information for 3 references
Optional Documents:
Unofficial Transcripts
Link to professional website
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to Austin Eyerat Austin.Eyer@uta.edu .
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta (http://www.uta.edu/uta.) .
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
How many years of experience do you have teaching courses at a College/University level?
No prior experience teaching at a College/University
1-2 years experience
3-5 years experience
6-10 years experience
11-20 years experience
Over 20 years experience
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
Transcripts
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