Theater 2010-2011

Stats
Demographics (or, who's looking).

Please update your "status" and the total.
 * ABD= 12
 * PhD (lecturer, adjunct, etc) = 20
 * MFA= 2
 * Assistant= 4
 * Associate= 1
 * Full= 0
 * Search Committee Member= 0
 * Just Looking= 0
 * TOTAL = 39

Jobs Accepted by People Using the Wiki

 * Lecturer = 0
 * Assistant Professor = 0
 * Visiting Assistant Professor = 0
 * Associate Professor or Above = 0
 * Post-Doc Position= 0

Arizona State University

 * The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Director, School of Theatre and Film.http://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu/faculty/includes/documents/theatrefilmdirector.pdf

Arkansas State University

 * Tenure track position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Theatre to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in voice and diction, beginning acting, and theatre appreciation and advise performance majors. Will also have an opportunity to direct one ASU Theatre stage production per year.
 * Applications due November 15

Arkansas Tech University - Associate or Full Professor (Department Head for Speech, Theatre, and Journalism) LINK
==Amherst College--Assistant Professor of Dramatic Literature ==
 * Deadline: 8/30/2010
 * PhD in Speech or Journalism
 * Start January 1, 2011


 * Department of English seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of dramatic literature in English after 1660. The successful candidate will offer courses in the history and theory of drama broadly conceived. Candidates should be familiar with current scholarship in performance studies and specialize in one or more American, British, or global dramatic traditions (e.g., twentieth-century American, post-Restoration British, African-American or US ethnic, Caribbean, or Commonwealth drama).
 * Two courses to be offered each semester with additional senior tutorials; annual responsibilities include first-year writing-attentive courses, specialized advanced seminars, and open-enrollment courses in dramatic literature. Strong commitments to scholarship and to undergraduate teaching, especially to the teaching of writing and to working with a diverse student body, are essential.
 * Candidates should submit electronically to https://jobs.amherst.edu/view/opportunity/id/261 a letter of application, a CV, and one writing sample not to exceed 30 pages. Three letters of recommendation should be submitted by e-mail attachment to Julie Howland, Academic Department Coordinator, [mailto:jrhowland@amherst.edu jrhowland@amherst.edu]. Candidates who submit their materials by November 1, 2010 will be assured full consideration
 * Cross-posted at Drama, Speech, Film &amp; New Media 2011
 * confirmation of materials rec'd (x4)

Appalachian State University- Distinguished Professor of Theatre

 * Department of Theatre and Dance invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Distinguished Professor of Theatre.


 * Candidates must possess a terminal degree (MFA, MBA or Ph.D., etc.) and a record of consistently distinguished work through outstanding teaching, service and research/creative activity. The candidates' achievements within their theatre discipline should be recognized at the national or international level.


 * Visit http://www. (Human Resources) and http://www.theatre.appstate.edu for more information.


 * Review of completed applications will begin on December 15 and will continue until the position is filled.

Austin Community College- Department of Drama

 * To instruct students in Drama courses in accordance with College policies and procedures.
 * Applications must be received by January 7

Beloit College, Theatre, Dance, and Media Studies: Assistant Professor: Artist Scholar, Director

 * Tenure track position.Seeking an artist-scholar with an MFA/PhD, and a record of directing excellence. We seek candidates with demonstrated success in working with culturally diverse communities and developing programs relevant to minority populations. Strong research and teaching backgrounds are necessary.The ideal candidate will have professional directing credits that include devised performance and a minimum of three years teaching experience.
 * Starts August 2011. Application and materials must be postmarked by December 15, 2010.

Birkbeck College, University of London - Lecturer in Theatre and Performance LINK

 * "While we welcome strong applicants in any area, we would be particularly interested in applications from candidates with research specialisms in contemporary performance, performance theory and practice-as-research."
 * This job is a full time, fixed term contract for three years


 * Deadline: 12th September 2010
 * Received a form email stating that I would "not be progressing" with my application due to the "very high volume of applications to this post." (October 7)
 * Offer made and accepted (secondhand)

Bradley University

 * Deadline: Nov 12, 2010
 * Assist Prof in Theatre History
 * This is a continuation of a search that started last year. If you applied last year, you need to send a letter stating your continued interest and send an updated CV.
 * If you did not apply last year, you need cover letter, cv, 3 writing samples, 3 letters of rec, full contact info for 3 additional names they could contact, and teaching and artistic philosophies.
 * Confirmation of materials.

Brigham Young University

 * Department of Theatre and Media Arts is identifying potential applicants to fill a full-time, tenure track, faculty position in its Theatre Education program.
 * The position will teach in secondary and primary theatre education (broadly defined), at the undergraduate level, including teaching in theatre education methods and practica course work and supervising student teaching internships.
 * For specific position responsibilities, candidate qualifications, and application requirements, please go to https://yjobs.byu.edu, position # 100999. This position will be filled pending administration approval and departmental funding. Application deadline is November 1, 2010.


 * Comments?
 * Any word on this position. I applied and have not heard a word. Also didn't get an answer to my emails when I asked a question earlier in the month.
 * Sorry, no word yet either. (x2)

Brown University

 * Department of Theatre Arts and Performance Studies at Brown University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor or an Associate Professor with tenure to teach acting and directing. Preference will be for an assistant professor.
 * Duties include: teach two courses each semester, including core courses in acting and directing as well as additional courses in specific areas of expertise; direct one main-stage production each year; sit on season selection board; help to support an undergraduate concentration program; and contribute to the ongoing vitality of a variety of graduate programs.
 * We seek someone with a grounding in actor training, a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and knowledge of dramatic literature, and a dynamic and challenging stylistic range as a director. An MFA in acting or directing and some experience in one of the two fields expected. PhD's with similar training are welcome to apply.
 * Deadline for applying is November 1

Carthage College

 * Theatre Technology: Faculty Appointment Department of Theatre The Carthage College Department of Theatre seeks to fill the faculty position of Technical Director/Master Carpenter/Master Electrician.
 * This is a three-year, full-time, renewable position.
 * An M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Theatre Technology or a related field is required.
 * Review of applications will begin November 1, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled.

College of Charleston- Asst. Professor in Costume Construction/Make-Up

 * This is a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment set to begin Fall semester 2011.
 * Responsibilities will include teaching courses such as Intro to Costuming, Make-up, History of Fashion and Manners and Intro to Theatre, designing department's annual dance productions, advising students, working collaboratively with the Costume Design faculty colleague in the mentoring of the costume track, College committee service and active scholarly/professional development. A full time costume shop manager supports this position and our costume shop.
 * Qualifications: an MFA in Costume Design required. Prior undergraduate teaching and/or professional experience preferred.
 * Position is open until filled, but for best consideration applications should be sent by November 30

College of Charleston- Asst. Professor in Lighting Design

 * This is a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank and is scheduled to begin fall semester 2011.
 * Responsibilities will include teaching courses such as Lighting Design, Sound Design and Production, Intro to Theatre, and/or other design courses, designing two or more productions annually, advising students, collaboratively working with the Scene Design colleague in leading and mentoring scenic/lighting design track, supervising electrics and sound systems for departmental productions, College committee service and active scholarly/professional development. A full time technical director and a part-time assistant technical director support this position.
 * Qualifications: an MFA in Lighting Design required, as well as a secondary specialty/experience in one or more of the following - another design area, production management and/or facility management. Prior undergraduate teaching and/or professional experience preferred.
 * The position is open until filled, but for best consideration applications should be submitted by November 30

College of the Holy Cross (MA)- TT

 * Candidates must possess a terminal degree in theatre or drama (Ph.D/MFA) and must demonstrate commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate teaching as well as scholarly achievement. The successful candidate will be a generalist capable of teaching existing courses in acting (Stanislavsky-based approach) and dramatic literature, as well as his/her area of specialization, and of directing mainstage productions. Prior teaching experience at the college or university level preferred.
 * Position carries a 3-2 teaching load with a full-salary one-semester research leave prior to tenure review and generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for senior faculty.
 * Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2010 and continue until position has been filled.
 * They have a VAP. Not sure what this means, but he's there.

Concordia University, Chicago

 * Deadline: n/a
 * Assist Prof in Theatre
 * Responsibilities include teaching basic and advanced theatre-related courses (such as Acting, Directing, American Musical) as well as courses in the general education core; directing at least one theatre production per year; and, performing other duties as assigned. Each faculty member is expected to pursue scholarship in their field and engage in service to school, church, and/or community.
 * Required Experience: candidates should have significant professional experience in directing and/or acting, as well as formal college teaching experience. Experience in theatre education and the ability to fill leadership positions, such as Artistic Director, are preferred.

Connecticut College- Theatre Chair, Associate Professor

 * Department of Theater seeks a Chair with a vision for hands-on leadership and engaged teaching.
 * Area of specialization is open: acting, directing, theater history, dramaturgy, etc. The successful candidate will be interested in building bridges to other departments, such as music, dance, and film, and becoming involved with the College as a whole. The department strives to make diversity central to its work, from play selection to cultivating diverse actors, audiences, and faculty.
 * Review of applications will begin Nov. 8, 2010 and continue until position is filled. For further information, contact Leah Lowe at Leah.Lowe@conncoll.edu.

CUNY – Lehman

 * Deadline: Oct. 29, 2010
 * Assist or Associate Prof in Theatre
 * Teach undergraduate courses in acting and directing, to direct student productions and to assume a leadership position in the Theatre Program.

Dartmouth College

 * Theater Scholar (theater history, dramatic literature, performance theory)
 * Assistant Professor, tenure track. The Theater Department at Dartmouth College seeks a scholar in dramatic literature, theater history, and performance theory. Specialization in Latina/o theater or Asian performance preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to teach survey courses for majors as well as special topic seminars. The department welcomes innovative teaching approaches that seek to bridge scholarship and practice.
 * Qualifications: PhD or equivalent; strong commitment to undergraduate teaching; teaching experience (two years beyond doctorate preferred); promising record of research and publication.
 * Deadline for applications is November 1, 2010. Given that over a quarter of the undergraduates are members of minority groups, Dartmouth is clearly committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and minorities. Dartmouth is an AA/EOE employer.


 * Responses:
 * Received email confirmation of my materials (x5)
 * Materials received Nov. 2 (x3)

Drake University (Des Moines, IA)- Assistant Professor

 * Department of Theatre Arts seeks applicants to fill an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position teaching Voice (speaking), Acting and Directing beginning Fall 2011.
 * Ph.D. or M.F.A. preferred, but will consider candidates in the final stages of completing work.
 * Responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to): teaching courses in Voice, Acting and Directing as well as Introduction to Theatre and Dramatic Literature; directing at least one production each year as part of the Department's Main Stage season; and serving as an academic adviser for students.
 * Review of applications will begin November 1st and continue until the position is filled.

Drexel University- Assistant Professor Director/Producer

 * Seeking an established theatre professional with experience.
 * Candidates must have a minimum of three years full-time teaching experience at the college level, an MFA or Ph.D. in Theatre and directing credits at the L.O.R.T. level.
 * Screenings begin 11/1/10.
 * This is the same post as last year. I applied then and am not allowed to re-apply. Tells me a lot about the school, actually.
 * I had an on-campus interview here last year for this position. They are looking for someone (now THIS year the ad says it) with extensive professional directing experience, although the position is for teaching regular theatre history and play analysis classes for a minor. (there is no major and last year they said no major was expected any time soon). Their tenure requirement is showing that you have done something on the "national level" but when I pressed the dept. chair what this meant, he really couldn't specify, just that you are making "significant" contributions to your field on the national level. Just a heads up.
 * Danger, Will Robinson.

Florida State University- Assistant Professor in Performance- TT

 * The candidate will teach 3 classes each semester covering beginning and intermediate performance in addition to vocal coaching responsibilities for the production season. The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of collaboration and problem solving ability. This position requires a MFA and 4 years of experience with a preferred demonstrable ability as an instructor. We are looking for a candidate whose strengths will complement those of current faculty. Together with active research and creative activity, this position entails a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervising and to performing arts.


 * Complete applications will be reviewed starting December 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

Georgetown U.

 * Deadline - Nov. 8
 * any of the following areas: community-based performance; performance ethnography; visual culture or design; multicultural performance; American or world theater/performance; playwriting, and new work development. We seek candidates who can bring research, teaching and/or production strengths, and we welcome candidates whose research informs their theater practice, or vice-versa. We also seek candidates whose service and leadership skills will assist in the development of a vital, fast-growing liberal arts major that highlights artistic and analytic rigor and forges interdisciplinary connections. Teaching will include a balance of undergraduate core courses and special topics in the candidate's area/s of expertise.
 * They have a couple of visiting assistant profs right now.
 * I hear they have already recieved over 100 applications
 * I have to imagine 100+ applications is pretty standard in this market.
 * Really?? Yikes.
 * EOE survey 10/26 (x5)
 * That's a lot of applicants!
 * And they'll have plenty more. 150 applicants is normal for a school of this caliber. Add to that that there will also be Perf Studies folks applying and it will be quite a circus. I do not envy this committee!

Georgia Southern University- Assistant Professor

 * Teach Costume Design, Theatre History, the general survey course in Theatre Appreciation and other courses as assigned. This person will also supervise the Costume Shop and serve as coordinator of the Costume Design work in the Theatre production program. Ability to teach Theatre History, Introduction to Production Concepts, and Costume Design.
 * Preference MAY be given to applicants with the following qualifications: Ability and experience in Puppetry, Irish Theatre, and/or African-American Theatre.
 * Open until filled.
 * Phone interview conducted 10/26
 * Congrats! Any word on how things will proceed?
 * campus vist scheduled 11/2

Grant MacEwan University (Alberta, Canada) - Chair of Theatre Arts Program LINK

 * The candidate must have a vision and passion for excellence in musical theatre education, as well as a strong record of teaching, stage directing, research and creative achievement in the field. A graduate degree in a relevant discipline is required, in combination with significant teaching and professional experience.
 * "Theatre Arts is a two -year conservatory-style musical theatre program that moulds ‘triple threat' performers by offering equal parts theatrical, musical and dance training....In this full-time continuing position, the program chair is responsible for the overall vision, management, planning and delivery of the program, as well as a variety of directing and teaching assignments. He/she also serves as the artistic director for the theatre arts performance season in the main stage and lab spaces."
 * Deadline: search is open "until a suitable candidate is found"

Illinois State University- Director of the School of Theatre and Producer, Illinois Shakespeare Festival

 * Applicants must hold a terminal degree related to the arts (M.F.A., D.F.A., or Ph.D.) with an established record of artistic practice and/or scholarly productivity.
 * The position is a twelve-month tenure-track faculty appointment. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications.
 * Initial review of applicants will begin December 15, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. For a complete position description and application procedures, please visit http://www.cfa.ilstu.edu/theatre/.

Indiana Wesleyan University

 * Indiana Wesleyan University's College of Arts and Sciences seeks a faculty member with specialization in Theatre and Communication to serve in the Division of Communication. MA/MFA in technical theatre or communication with theatre experience is required; a PhD in theatre is preferred.
 * Open until filled. Apply online.

Ithaca College-- Theatre Generalist/Playwrighting

 * Job Description: Ithaca College's Department of Theatre Arts invites applications for a tenure-eligible assistant professor, to begin August 16, 2011. Primary responsibility is to teach large Introduction to Theatre survey course and other undergraduate courses depending on expertise, which may include: Playwriting, Contemporary Developments, Script Analysis, or Theories and Genres.
 * Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population, and that reflect a commitment to encouraging the success of all students. We also seek candidates who have relevant experience and/or a record of professional engagement with groups and communities underrepresented in the academy. Candidates from underrepresented groups whose exclusion from the academy has been longstanding are strongly encouraged to apply.Qualifications: Ph.D. in theatre required. Teaching experience at the undergraduate level and experience teaching large introductory courses preferred.

James Madison University

 * James Madison University seeks applications and nominations for the Director of the School of Theatre and Dance. This position is within the College of Visual and Performing Arts and is a 12-month tenured appointment that will begin July 1, 2011, at the rank of Professor.
 * Open until filled.

Kansas State University- Assistant Professor in Directing

 * Tenure track position. The Assistant Professor in Directing teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in the acting/directing area, including one graduate seminar per year; directs one to two university productions per year, advises students, supervises graduate projects and serves on departmental and university committees. The successful candidate will have a terminal degree in directing, a commitment to teaching, professional theatre experience and strong directing skills. The successful candidate should possess excellent interpersonal communication, collaboration and mentoring skills and be able to demonstrate their ability to teach young, entry level students.


 * Screening of applications begins November 19, 2010 and continues until the position is filled.

Kentucky Wesleyen College

 * Seeking a dynamic and talented Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts to direct its new Theatre Arts program in conjunction with the RiverPark Center, and two other area colleges for AY 2010-2011. Responsibilities include teaching courses in Theatre Arts, supervising students, and developing the newly established partnership to its full potential. Qualifications include an earned MFA or PhD in Theater or 3-5 years of relevant experience, and a commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Knox College- Theatre Generalist

 * The Department of Theatre at Knox College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor to begin September 2011.
 * Primary responsibilities: Beginning Acting, Introduction to Theatre, and upper-level courses in dramatic literature and theatre history; direct productions. Additionally, candidates should be qualified to teach at the intermediate to advanced levels in at least one of these areas: acting, directing, dramatic literature (pre-19th-century preferred), or performance studies.
 * Other responsibilities: collaborative faculty oversight of student-directed productions; occasional teaching for the college's First-Year Preceptorial program; advising and mentoring; participation in departmental and college-wide committee work.
 * Required: MFA and/or PhD/DFA in Theatre, Performance, Directing, or Acting; at least one year of teaching experience at the undergraduate level; college or professional directing experience. Candidates should provide evidence of current creative/scholarly activity, as well as effectiveness in teaching. Short-listed candidates will be asked to supply a writing sample.


 * Review of applications will begin in December 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

Marian University-Assistant Professor Literature

 * Department of English and Communication seeks an assistant professor of literature, specializing in dramatic literature, including Shakespeare, and critical theory.


 * Review of applications begins Dec. 1
 * Cross-posted at Renaissance 2011

Mary Baldwin College (Virginia)

 * Tenure track assistant professo for a small but very active theatre program. MFA or PhD required, PhD preferred. The successful candidate will have a background in theatre history with a strong interest in Renaissance studies. Requirements include directing one show, and doing production work on others. Additional courses may include African American theatre and Women's theatre as well as courses within MBC's highly regarded MLitt/MFA program in Shakespeare and Performance. Enthusiasm for the environment of a small liberal arts college and for work with undergraduates beyond the classroom essential.
 * Review of materials will begin December 1

Mineral Area College (Missouri)- Theatre Instructor/Director of Theatre

 * Qualifications: Master of Arts or Master of Fine Arts degree required; at least two years of teaching experience preferred. Ability to work in a collegial manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students. Proficient knowledge of teaching practices, methods, and techniques. Proficient use of instructional technology.
 * Responsibilities: Teach from the following list of courses Intro to Theatre, Playwriting, World Drama and other theatre courses; evaluate and revise course materials; advise students; participate in innovative curriculum development; recruit students; serve on college committees; participate in college governance; supervise student organization; participate in program development. Director of Theatre is responsible for all aspects of all theatre productions. Deadline: October 20, 2010.

Northern Kentucky University- Generalist

 * broad range of experience in the Theatre Arts. Education and training in the areas of Theatre History, Directing, and Techniques of Acting are required, along with some knowledge and experience in web-based teaching. Directing experience is preferred.
 * Deadline: Nov 1
 * Letter with materials received. (x2)
 * Really? I sent my materiasl early last week and I haven't heard a thing. When did you send?
 * No idea. A couple of weeks ago maybe? I could have gotten one faster because my letters hadn't arrived from Interfolio and they were letting me know they were missing?
 * Snail mail letter stating materials received

Northwestern University, Evanston, IL - Assistant Professor of Theatre

 * Seeks applications from scholars specializing in the history, theory, and literature of theatre. The successful applicant will teach in the undergraduate major, MFA programs in Directing and Design, and Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Theatre and Drama.
 * Applicants should describe how they can contribute to both the Directing program and the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Theatre and Drama.
 * For full consideration, send application materials by 10/1/2010
 * RESPONSES for this job below (Please keep it organized)
 * Email with the survey about race, gender, etc. I think this is confirmation of materials received? x3
 * As close as you're likely to get from most places.
 * THEY SEEM TO BE INVITING FINALISTS TO CAMPUS ALREADY
 * No need to shout. But what does "seem to be" mean?
 * Campus visit invitation yesterday 10/20.
 * Oh wow they moved fast. I wonder how many applications they received? They report 110.
 * Rejection email. Bummer, but I am seriously impressed by the organization and speed of this search. Wish they all were like this (except the rejection, obviously) . x4
 * To the person who got the rejection email (sorry)- was this the first you heard from them? To the person who noted they were inviting finalists- any updates?
 * No, I also got that email confirmation of materials. Thanks for the sympathy, hopefully something else awesome will work out! They wrote a very kind rejection letter at any rate. Good people there.
 * Well I have only received the confirmation/survey email so far. But I haven't heard anything else yet. This could either mean A) I am on some list, or B) They just are slow at getting back to people with the rejection emails. It seems that invites have happened (or so it is reported above). So not sure what to make of it.
 * Rejection email was personalized and sent by an administrator, I think. So it could be they're going out in batches, or that you are on a back-up list. I will keep fingers crossed for you!
 * Thanks for keeping your fingers crossed, but womp womp.... I got the rejection letter. You are all right. It was very nicely written and it helped make the rejection feel at least pleasurable. I hope that future committees take this into account.
 * Waiting for my rejection email. I was not invited to campus but still have not received official "no" status.
 * Same here, no word from them yet, but surely the "no" will come shortly.
 * Updates? Still waiting to hear something.

NYU- Assistant Professor in Drama

 * The Department of English New York University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to start September 1, 2011. We seek a candidate in any field of English, American, or Anglophone drama before roughly 1890, with a preference for applicants working in the medieval period, the Restoration, or the nineteenth century. The ideal candidate will have completed the PhD in English, Theater, Performance Studies, Comparative Literature, or any other related field, and will be prepared to teach surveys of Western drama as well as courses in his or her field. The successful candidate will demonstrate scholarly excellence and a commitment to both graduate and undergraduate teaching, and must have the PhD in hand by September 1, 2011.
 * Nov. 1 deadline
 * Also posted at Medieval 2011 & Drama, Speech, Film & New Media 2011

Princeton University

 * Assistant Professor in English Renaissance Literature, 1500-1660
 * Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position in English Renaissance Literature, 1500-1660, with a preference for drama.
 * Interested applicants should apply online at www.princeton.edu/jobs. by November 1, 2010.
 * A Ph.D. in hand or expected by September 1, 2011 is essential.


 * Cross-posted at Renaissance 2011

Providence College- Assistant Professor of English

 * Department of English at Providence College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in drama, with expertise in modern and contemporary.
 * Ability to teach drama in periods from the Restoration to the present preferred.
 * Mail complete dossier (curriculum vitae, 3 letters of recommendation, official graduate transcripts, and writing sample of no more than 20 pp.) to Dr. Suzanne J. Fournier, Search Committee Chair, Department of English, Providence College, Providence, RI 02918-0001, postmarked no later than November 1, 2010.
 * Also posted at Drama, Speech, Film & New Media 2011, Modern British 2011 & 20-21 c. American 2011

Roger Williams University

 * Performing Arts Tenure Track: Assistant Professor of Performing Arts (Theatre/Music) at Roger Williams University.
 * Review of materials begins Nov. 30

Saginaw Valley State University, MI

 * Tenure track Assistant Professor position starting Fall 2011, with the possibility of beginning as early as July 1, 2011.


 * Teaching experience at the University level preferred as well as evidence of competence in stage direction and at least one other area of production related activities. Educational theatre experience at the high school, community theatre and/or professional theatre level is desirable. The department seeks a theatre generalist to teach Departmental Services Courses such as Intro to Theatre, Theatre in Performance in addition to advanced courses in Acting & Directing, direct plays in rotation with other departmental faculty, and contribute in at least one other area to the department's production program.


 * Required Qualifications: PhD or MFA in theatre required, ABD may be considered.

San Diego State University - Assistant Professor (Head of Acting) LINK

 * Application review will begin September 20, 2010.
 * Position Start Date: Fall 2011
 * acting teacher with a specialization in Movement and / or Voice and Speech
 * Contacted for preliminary phone interview (not with entire committee) 10/16

San Francisco Community College- Theatre Arts Instructor

 * Teach courses selected from Acting/Directing/Dramatic Literature/Make-Up and Costume/Vocal Production/Audition Techniques/Physical Comedy/Improvisation/Introduction to Theatre/Multi-Cultural Theatre/Set and Lighting/Player/Playwrighting.
 * TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT http://jobs.ccsf.edu
 * Deadline Nov 1

Shenandoah Conservatory- Assistant Professor in Theatre (Generalist & Theatre Historian)

 * Duties: Teach, direct, advise, and recruit BFA theatre students, giving special attention to academic courses in Shakespeare, medieval theatre, and theatre history, but also teaching specialized performance courses such as movement, period styles, and/or musical theatre.
 * Maintain professional career as a scholar or performer at a national level, serve on committees, and contribute to an innovative and highly collegial Theatre Division. Additional teaching or directing according to applicant's expertise and interests.
 * Open until filled.

South Dakota University- Theatre Generalist

 * Department of Communication Studies & Theatre is accepting qualified applicants for a tenure-track position as Director of Theatre.
 * Primary duties will include the artistic and administrative supervision of the theatre programs within the department. Additional duties may include instruction in Acting, Directing, Dramatic Literature, Script Analysis, and History of the American Musical and/or other courses in the candidates area of expertise.
 * Requirements include an earned MFA or Ph.D. in Directing, Acting, Musical Theatre or Theatre Arts Management.
 * Applications due November 7

Southern Methodist University- Acting Teacher- Tenure track

 * Seeking an experienced acting teacher for a tenure-track position in its nationally regarded BFA and MFA programs. We seek individuals with: (1) demonstrable skill in teaching young actors to bring challenging texts to life with bold, fully embodied choices; (2) expertise in dramatic texts from Ibsen and Chekhov to the playwrights of the twenty-first century; and (3) the ability to balance demanding teaching responsibilities with a professional artistic career. The primary responsibilities for this appointment will be teaching acting in the BFA and MFA curricula.
 * Postmark January 3, 2011

Southern Oregon University (Ashland, OR) - Assistant Professor of Acting

 * Phone Interview. 4th week in October.

Spring Hill College (Mobile, AL)- Assistant Prefessor of English in Twentieth Centurty Drama

 * Spring Hill College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Twentieth Century Drama. PhD required. Standard 4/4 teaching load includes composition, introductory literature, genre courses, and upper level courses for the major. Founded in 1830, Spring Hill College is a private, Jesuit, liberal arts institution of 1,300 students.
 * November 15 deadline
 * Anybody have a link for this? I can't find the posting.
 * Look under the "Drama, Speech, Film, &amp; New Media" Wiki thread. It is posted there with more detail. It says that it comes from the MLA job listing site.
 * Also posted at Modern British 2011 & 20-21 c. American 2011

==Stanford University, CA - Open Rank (Asian and African performance traditions and/or Global Shakespeare Studies) LINK==
 * Deadline: October 15th, 2010

Stanford University, CA - Open Rank (African-American Drama) LINK

 * Expertise in African-American drama and in race and performance broadly construed.
 * Some undergraduate courses will be cross-listed with Comparative Studies in Race & Ethnicity and African & African American Studies programs.
 * Home department for promotion/tenure review will be Drama "in collaboration with" CSRE.
 * Deadline: October 15, 2010
 * Has anyone heard anything? I received the affirmative action survey, but no other word.

Stevenson University, MD - Assistant Professor (Scenic Design) LINK

 * Deadline: 01/31/2011

St. Thomas University- Assistant Professor

 * Department of English Language and Literature seeks a successful candidate who is a scholar of dramatic literature and will have substantial professional experience in theatre production. The candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in dramatic literature and dramatic production.
 * A PhD or imminent completion, or equivalent professional experience, is required.
 * Applicants are to submit a curriculum vitae; samples of scholarly work; evidence of theatre experience and of teaching effectiveness (teaching portfolio preferred), and arrange to have three letters of reference (preferably one for each of the following areas: scholarship, teaching, theatre production) sent directly to Dr. Kathleen McConnell, Acting Chair, English Department, St. Thomas University, Fredericton NB, E3B 5G3.
 * LINK
 * Closing date: November 19, 2010, or when position is filled.


 * Also posted at Drama, Speech, Film & New Media 2011
 * Does anyone know anything about this position? I have tried looking but can't get an answer to the following question: this position is in an English Dept, but they ask for theatre experience. Will there be the possibility to direct/work on shows?

SUNY Purchase- Assistant Professor Voice/Speech

 * The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Purchase College, SUNY, seeks candidates for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor, specializing in Voice and Speech for actors.
 * The Conservatory of Theatre Arts is looking for a colleague who is professionally active in the theater and has a deep and detailed understanding of how to prepare our students for professional success. Our ideal candidate will be an established teaching artist with strong training and extensive experience in current teaching modalities in voice and speech and a demonstrated ability to participate in the development and delivery of an integrated curriculum of training for the professional actor.
 * Appropriate terminal degree (MFA) or commensurate experience and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching are also required. Responsibilities include teaching and academic advising of students within the BFA program, teaching of at least one course per year to non-specialists outside the program.
 * Review of applications will continue until January 8, 2011.

SUNY Purchase- Assistant Professor Acting/Directing

 * The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Purchase College, SUNY, seeks candidates for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts.
 * We seek an artist/scholar with significant professional experience in acting, directing, and/or performance composition and practice, with additional expertise in an aspect of world theatre history and practice, or theatre and performance theory. Successful candidates will demonstrate their commitment to student learning and success, and to liberal education.
 * An advanced degree (Ph.D., M.F.A.) is preferred. Responsibilities include teaching core and elective courses within the major, offering a general education course, and supervising senior projects in acting, directing, playwriting, and/or criticism/theory/history. Candidates may also be asked to direct mainstage productions in both the Conservatory's B.A. and B.F.A. degree programs.
 * Deadline December 6

Texas Tech University

 * Department of Theatre & Dance seeks applications for a tenure track appointment, at rank of Assistant Professor. Primary responsibilities are teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in movement and voice for the actor as well as introductory dance techniques. A further proficiency in musical theatre is highly desirable.
 * Candidates must show significant academic research and/or creative activities and productive involvement in professional associations.
 * Apply online at http://www.ttu.edu/facstaff/ under job opportunities. Requisition number 82395.Application deadline: December 1, 2010 for full consideration; position open until filled.

Tufts University, Medford, MA - Assistant Professor (Non-Western Theatre) LINK

 * Areas of expertise may include East Asian, South Asian, African, Latin American, Middle Eastern, Caribbean, or Native American theatre.
 * A PhD and the promise of excellence in scholarship and teaching are required. Experience in college-level teaching and directing plays with student actors is strongly preferred. Ability to teach acting technique or styles of acting (performative and/or historical) in area of specialization and to teach dramatic and/or performance theory also is preferred. Responsibilities include teaching and advising undergraduate and graduate (PhD) students and directing a departmental production every two or three years.
 * Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * This job (as well as the other Assistant Professor in Pre-Modern) doesn't appear in Tufts' own job search page. Does anyone know if this position got filled or dropped? There is no possibility for online application...
 * A: The Pre-Modern Theater position below is still being advertised. (perhaps the other one is too?). The Pre-Modern ad doesn't ask for an on-line application. I wouldn't read too much into its absence from the Univ. Job Site, as I have noticed some schools are less-than-efficient about posting active searches on these pages. It very much depends on the institution . ..
 * It was just re-posted to one of the Theatre job sites, but I can't remember which one. I'm planning to send an application.
 * How many people are applying to this position? I hear they have difficulty keeping this position filled.
 * Do you know what factors contribute to this difficulty?
 * I'm not the person who posted above, but I've been told it is the departmental leadership that creates problems for people working in this department, especially for new hires. One person I asked for a letter of reference refused to write me one for this position stating that I would not be happy there. This person knows the field very well and I take their words very seriously. Just my two cents. Good luck to those who apply.
 * The department advertised last year for a Chair, but did not make a hire. There is, however, a new Chair from within the existing ranks of the department. I am very surprised that anyone would refuse to write a letter on the basis of departmental dysfunction (most departments have some dysfunction), unless of course the person requesting the letter already has a good t-t job.
 * Reputations travel.
 * I asked a friend who works at Tufts (not in this department) and someone with more intimate familiarity with this department if they could shed any light for me. There are splits between drama and dance (for all intents and purposes separate apparently), between tech and non-tech faculty members (an institutional problem as there are issues at the admin level in recognizing an MFA as a terminal degree), and a junior faculty member who left a couple of years ago for reasons that no one was clear about other than general unhappiness (perhaps the new hire mentioned above?). The department is thought well of by the administration and whatever dysfunction exists seems not to be spilling out into the realms of general knowledge on campus. This doesn't seem to come close to the levels of strife and malice in my current department. Based on what I have heard, I wouldn't be put off on applying. It seems to be a good university, a great teaching load, and nothing beyond the run of the mill drama department issues.

Tufts University, Medford, MA - Assistant Professor (Pre-Modern Theatre, Classical-1750) LINK

 * Areas of expertise may include classical, medieval, Renaissance, or Baroque theatre.
 * Research in foreign languages and ability to teach pre-modern dramatic theory also are preferred.
 * Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Medieval 2011, Renaissance 2011 & Drama, Speech, Film & New Media 2011

University of Alabama- Assistant Professor of Modern Drama

 * The Department of English at the University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Modern Drama. The successful applicant will be expected to establish and maintain an active scholarly research agenda, to teach both graduate seminars and lower to upper-division undergraduate courses, and to provide appropriate service to the Department.
 * Deadline October 29
 * Also posted at Drama, Speech, Film &amp; New Media 2011
 * Cross-posted at 20-21 c. American 2011 & Modern British 2011

University of California - Berkeley - Open Rank Dance Studies

 * The Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies is conducting an open rank search for a tenure-track or tenured professor in dance studies to begin July 1, 2011. Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas of dance studies: dance criticism, dance ethnography, history, transnational dance, or intermedia theory. Candidates will be expected to teach core courses in performance studies for both undergraduate and PhD students, serve as an arts administrator who can assume leadership of the dance program, and participate in other departmental service.
 * Deadline November 1st

University of California, Los Angeles- Assistant Professor Performance Studies

 * a tenure-track or tenured position in transnational, intercultural, postcolonial or diasporic studies: historical or regional specialization unspecified. We seek a promising scholar and an excellent teacher to participate in the undergraduate theater major, the MFA program, and the Ph.D. program in Theater and Performance Studies.
 * December 1 deadline


 * Sue-Ellen Case intimidates me! Should I still apply? lol
 * request for writing sample, letters of recommendation, and portfolio 10/29

University of California, Los Angeles- Post Doc Fellowship

 * "Cultures in Transnational Perspective"
 * The Division of Humanities at UCLA is accepting applications for the Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Humanities "Cultures in Transnational Perspective." We expect to appoint two or more fellows for a 1-year term renewable for a 2nd year beginning in the fall of 2011. Fellows must have earned their doctoral degree between January 2005 and June 2011. The Mellon Fellowship provides a stipend of $53,000, plus benefits, a moving allowance of $1,500, and a research budget of $3,500. All Fellows will be housed in home departments for which they teach two courses. Designed to explore the emerging field of Transnational Studies, the Mellon Program at UCLA aims to broaden the study of minority cultures from its national focus to global and comparative perspectives. To apply, please visit our website athttp://www.humnet.ucla.edu/mellon. The program is co-chaired by Professors Françoise Lionnet and Shu-mei Shih. All application materials are due by December 01, 2010.*

University of Georgia- Lecturer in Theatre/Dramatic Writing

 * Department of Theatre and Film Studies seeks a lecturer in theatre / dramatic writing beginning in mid-August 2011. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses in theatre appreciation, writing for stage and screen, and script analysis. The successful candidate will teach additional courses depending on his or her expertise; possible areas include acting, directing, topics in theatre or film history, or digital media. The academic year salary is $50,000 with a four-course teaching load each semester. This non tenure-track position is renewable on a yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance and the continued availability of funding.


 * Applications must be received by January 21, 2011.

University of Hawaii at Monoa- Assistant Professor

 * Youth Theatre/Puppetry.
 * Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in youth theatre and puppetry including construction, design, performance, directing, history and literature, K-12 education; serve as Director of Youth Theatre Program including curricular development, grant writing and recruitment; advise/mentor undergraduate and graduate students; direct annual youth theatre production; contribute to field via scholarly/creative endeavors; develop and supervise community outreach activities; supervise Youth Theatre Coordinator position; other duties assigned by chair. Details: http://workatuh.hawaii.edu.
 * Review of applications will begin November 30, 2010 and continue until filled.

University of Kentucky-- Lecturer

 * The University of Kentucky Department of Theatre seeks applicants for a three-year renewable appointment, at the rank of Lecturer, to teach Introduction to Theatre and related classes as assigned, beginning Aug 15, 2011. Required: terminal degree and college-level teaching experience. Applicants should submit letter of application, C.V., and names of four references to Nancy Jones, Chair, Department of Theatre, 114 Fine Arts Building, UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, Lexington, KY 40506-0022. Review of application begins November 15, 2010. EOE/AA.


 * Responses:

University of Louisville- TT Assistant Professor in Transnational Studies (preference for drama)
Cross-posted at Comparative 2011, Early American 2011 & Anglophone 2011
 * Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Transnational Studies. We seek applicants with expertise in transnational theoretical concerns and approaches, transatlantic/transoceanic literary or cultural studies, cosmopolitan studies, and/or diaspora studies.
 * Genre and period are open, but the department particularly invites applicants with further expertise in poetry (late 17th c - 19th c); early American studies; or, modern and/or contemporary drama.
 * Evidence of superior scholarship and excellence as a teacher required. Teaching load appropriate to a research institution; salary competitive. Ph.D. required by date of appointment. Applications must be postmarked on or before November 11, 2010.

University of Maryland-Baltimore County — Directing/Acting

 * Tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor to begin in fall 2011. The department seeks a director/acting teacher for the BFA/BA acting programs. Salary is commensurate with experience.
 * Qualifications: terminal degree in theatre with at least five years full-time university teaching or equivalent; administrative and leadership experience; a substantial directing resume.
 * Application deadline Nov. 12
 * I added "Baltimore County" to the heading for this listing, as it might be important (for those who don't already know) to realize that "University of Maryland" (as someone originally listed it) usually refers to the College Park campus, the "main" campus of UofM, in a northern suburb of Washington DC, and UMBC is a smaller institution located (as the name indicates) just south of metro Baltimore. Good things could be said of both theater departments, but the UofM in College Park is (I'm fairly sure) much larger, and attached to the substantial Clarice Smith Center for the Performing Arts (where you'll find a lot of the more adventurous programming in the DC area). Hope that's helpful info to anyone planning to apply for this. [UMCP does have an open position in Voice and Acting with a deadline of December 1st: http://tdps.umd.edu/profile/highlights if someone else wants to dig into that and post a listing here, as I gotta go now]

UMass Amherst

 * Deadline - Dec. 1
 * The Department seeks a Theater Scholar of promise, who will be able to teach key Theater Repertory courses in the Undergraduate and Graduate curriculum, as well as teach the Department’s large General Education courses.
 * The candidate should have scholarly specialties that complement the expertise of the current faculty.
 * preferred area of expertise is Theater by Women, Feminism or Gender Studies. The candidate should also have a successful track record in some aspect of Theater Practice.

University of Michigan, Flint

 * Department of Theatre and Dance seeks a dynamic, long-term, collaborative colleague with primary responsibilities in music theatre, performance, and directing.
 * Ability to inspire students and model excellence, a terminal degree in pertinent field, two years successful university teaching.
 * Open until filled.

University of Mississippi

 * The Department of Theatre Arts, at the University of Mississippi, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Theatre History beginning August 2011. Teaching responsibilities will include Theatre History, Dramatic Literature, Dramatic Theory, and Musical Theatre History in an exclusively undergraduate program. PhD in Theatre History is required at the time of appointment. Applicants who are ABD will be considered if they demonstrate they will have the degree in hand by the beginning of the fall 2011 contract. The individual hired would also have the opportunity to contribute artistically to the Ole Miss Theatre production season.
 * The department currently enrolls 150 majors with 12 full time faculty and offers a BA and BFA degree in Acting, Musical Theatre, and Design/Technology, with opportunities to study directing, film production and dance. The mission of the Department of Theatre Arts is to offer professional level training in all areas of study. Applicants should complete the University's online application form AND submit a cover letter, curriculum vita and provide reference letter information atjobs.olemiss.edu. Questions concerning the position may be sent to Carey Hanson, Search Committee Chair, 110 Isom Hall, University, MS 38677. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title XI/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. Deadline for application submission is January 15, 2011.

University of Montana

 * Production-oriented school seeks movement/acting teacher with specialty in movement training from fundamental to advanced levels, including period styles.
 * Specific teaching assignments, to be selected from the full range of physical performance and acting classes offered in BFA and MFA programs, will be determined by the candidate's demonstrated experience and expertise.
 * An interest in and ability to direct a variety of production styles/genres from contemporary to classical periods is very desirable.
 * M.F.A. in Theatre or Ph. D. required, with experience in acting and movement.
 * Demonstrated ability to teach a four-semester sequence of stage movement courses, including Alexander technique, stage combat, and other recognized movement styles.
 * Ability to teach the full range of acting classes offered in B.F.A. and M.F.A. programs, as well as ability to teach in a secondary area, such as performance studies, dramatic literature, and/or theatre education.
 * Evidence of excellence in teaching with a minimum of 5 years within a tenure-track research university environment.
 * Demonstrated ability to act, and/or serve as fight choreographer/stage movement coach at the university level.
 * Demonstrated ability to direct diverse production styles in a professional training program.
 * Ability to relate to students and colleagues in a research university environment.
 * Review will begin November 1, 2010, and continue until position is filled.

University of North Carolina

 * The Department of Theatre at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro invites applications for a full-time (nine-month) renewable Lecturer position beginning August 1, 2011.
 * Candidates must have an MFA in Theatre and a North Carolina Standard Professional II License. Duties emphasize the training and supervising of undergraduate students planning careers as professional theatre educators in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Theatre Education track. This position also involves supervision of working professionals seeking the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Theatre Education and managing the Summer Institute for Theatre Education (SITE) program (an intensive 16-day summer session for working teachers) that supports progress toward the M.Ed. in Theatre Education.
 * Review of applications begins December 1

University of Oregon, Eugene

 * We seek a dynamic individual, with expertise and experience to teach Graduate and Undergraduate courses in Theatre History, Dramatic Literature and Playwriting, with potential assignments in Directing, Musical Theatre and Pre-19th-century/World theatres. Direct or contribute in Dramaturgy/New Play Development and Playwriting, annually, for University Theatre and maintain an active research agenda; direct dissertations and theses; and, serve in departmental governance.
 * Deadline: Dec. 1
 * received confirmation of materials arriving to their offices (x4)

University of Southern Indiana- Assistant Professor of Acting/Directing/Musical Theatre, College of Liberal Arts

 * Rapidly-growing program with professional theatre affiliation seeking individual with professional and educational experience for tenure-track teaching position. Possibility exists for additional summer directing contract at the New Harmony Theatre. Academic year teaching duties include beginning and advanced acting, musical theatre, Introduction to Theatre, with release time to direct two productions per school year. Movement, Combat, Voice or other sub-specialty and/or Musical Director experience desirable. MFA or Ph.D. required.
 * December 15 deadline

University of Western Sydney

 * Research Lecturer in Literature (equivalent to Assistant Profesor)
 * Applications are invited from early career researchers (within 5 years of award of PhD) with an established track record in literary studies.
 * Particular areas of interest include: Shakespeare and modern drama, the modern novel, Comparative Literature, World Literature, and Literary Translation.
 * See https://uws.nga.net.au/cp/ for submission information.
 * Closing Date: 31 October 2010
 * Also posted at Renaissance 2011

University of Wisconsin- Assistant Professor of Communication & Theatre Arts- TT

 * Department of Communication and Theatre Arts invites applications for an Assistant Professor on its University of Wisconsin-Marinette campus.
 * QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or M.F.A. (terminal degree) and evidence of teaching excellence required. Candidates will need to demonstrate practical theatre experience in direction and technical production as well as the ability to teach Public Speaking courses. Applications from terminal degree candidates will be accepted with the expectation that the terminal degree will be completed by August 2011. RESPONSIBILITIES: Normal teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. As this is a tenure-track position, scholarly activity in the discipline and participation in institutional and community service are expected as is a commitment to expanded outreach through the utilization of alternate delivery modalities such as streaming media, blended and/or accelerated-blended courses, as well as the incorporation of service learning.
 * Depending on the background and qualifications of the successful candidate, these courses might include Introduction to Acting, Introduction to Film, Popular Culture in Media, Interpersonal Communication or other courses that fall within the curriculum of the Communication and Theatre Arts Department. The opportunity could also include the directing of summer productions, if desired.
 * DEADLINE: To assure consideration, applications must arrive or be postmarked by December 15, 2010.
 * APPLICATION: Please mail or e-mail the following materials: a letter of application describing your qualifications with reference to our needs, a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae (include contact information for references), three letters of reference from those familiar with your teaching, and official transcripts of all university studies. Documents submitted by email in pdf format are preferred. Email to: Chase Janisch, MNT-CTA@uwc.edu.

University of Wisconsin- Stevens Points

 * Department of Theatre & Dance, Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre
 * Instructional Responsibilities: Teaching private voice to Musical Theatre Majors, Teaching and accompaniment for Musical Theatre Performance Labs, Teaching Survey of Musical Theatre History
 * Non-Instructional Responsibilities: Music direction for musical theatre productions, Academic advising and student recruitment, Scholarly/creative activity and service in the department and university
 * Screening of applications will begin November 1st, 2010

Washington University (St. Louis)-Assistant Professor Early Modern Literature

 * Department of English
 * Ph.D. expected by 15 August 2011, with expertise in at least two of the following three subfields: Shakespeare; Tudor and pre-Restoration Stuart drama; sixteenth-century literature.
 * Send letter of application, dossier and précis of dissertation to Joseph Loewenstein, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of English, Washington University in St. Louis, One Brookings Drive, Box 1122, St. Louis, MO 63130.
 * Priority given to applications received by November 1, 2010, but the search will continue until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Renaissance 2011

Wayne State University / Hilberry Repertory Theatre, Detroit, Michigan (Voice and Movement) LINK

 * Review begins on November 23rd, 2010
 * New Position

Discussion

 * Shall we provide links this year? Let's not stress about SCs posting here. More info is more info, which is a good thing, right? Let's aim for a drama-free year. 'Cause I say so.
 * Is it just me or is the job market sloooooooooow this year? Very few jobs out there compared to last year.
 * I feel like there are a lot of jobs this year. More than I expected. But this wiki is slow. Maybe because no one has posted something controversial yet?
 * By my count the market seems slower than last year, but I still think that we'll see job ads trickling in until November.


 * There are several of us in the ABD category. How many of you are planning on definately being done by the end of the spring semester (May)? Or are people going on the market ABD with plans to finish during the first year on the job?
 * I plan to defend by May, but job hunting (and other things) are slowing me down. I plan to finish just to increase my chances of getting a job.
 * I am planning on defending in April. I, too, am getting slowed down by the application process. But I need to finish this year since my funding is running out. I am not sure if my ABD status will hurt me on the market, even if my cover letter and letters of recommendation say that I will have my defense in the spring.
 * No defense date set- but I am on the market. Probably not a good move.
 * So can we try tyo break this down: how many of us are ABD with defense date set? How many will have completed all requirements for the PhD by the end of the winter term? By the end of spring? By the end of summer? How many of us are ABD and on the market with expectations to finish the PhD while on the job?
 * I am ABD- will have degree in hand by end of May.
 * I'm an ABD and I can defend by the summer, so I'm applying to anything I can, which is still not much. But I can get one more year of funding in my PhD program if I needed it. I will only defend this year if by miraculous chance I get a job. Otherwise I'll stay in my program one more year and try to position myself better for the next application rounds. BTW: There's an article on the Chronicle of Higher Education about the unlikelihood of ABDs to get a job in this market.
 * Do you think this article applies to people in Theatre? I have heard that the whole ABD bias is greater in fields like English, History, and the Social Sciences where there are far too many graduate students each year. I am curious to know how many theatre PhDs come out of the academie every year?
 * I think one of the problems is that applicants from other areas (English, Comp Lit, Classics) can in essense compete with us for Theatre jobs. I know this is very elitist of me to say, but I wish that people who trained in theatre departments would get preference since we develop in these departments and are products of them. A person trained in theatre studies should be more prepared to contribute to a theatre department than a person with only an English or Comp Lit background. Is this too controversial?
 * In reponse to "does this ABD bias apply in theatre" I can only speak from personal experience, but that experience is an "absolutely." During my last year ABD I applied for many many jobs, and didn't get a single phone interview. That summer (after I had the degree in hand and kept sending things in) I got several phone and campus interviews, and was very lucky and ended up in a TT spot. Now that I'm on this side, its very clear that (at least where I am) it makes a big difference. The question for a search committee could be: why take a risk on someone who might not finihs on time (even if there is a 90% chance they will) when they can get someone else (and like it or not, there are plenty of others just as qualified as us, albeit different) who is guaranteed to already have the degree? So, I suppose the optimistic side of my point is, at least in my experience, it will get better for those who are frustrated about not making a lot of progress (job-wise) while ABD. Finish the dissertation. Do creative or research projects that appeal to you and will help build your CV, and (if you believe in such things) have faith!
 * Thank you for the story and advice!
 * It seems that in contrast to previous years there are more specific jobs. In the past, there have been a lot of generalist jobs, but there are less of these. There are very few jobs over all. There are a ton of really great people on the market, many of whom have been on the market for several years post-degree, accruing publications, presentations, and experience, and there are simply not the jobs for them, and the new graduates, and those on the tenure track wanting to move. While I am striving to present myself as best I can in applications, I have also gone into this year with zero expectations. I expect to stay where I am, and am creating new projects here I am excited about. In my opinion, I think people should be spending as much time finding non-academic paths as applying to academic jobs. If not more. Which, you know, is not a new or enlightening position to take. :)
 * Good for you for going on the market, but bad for you for the zero expectations! You should always feel like something is possible.
 * Do you already have your degree in hand? ABD?
 * I have my degree. To each his/her own, I suppose. We were, in fact, counselled by our faculty not to have expectations but to send the applications out and forget them. It's not that I don't think something is possible, but that I refuse to dwell on any particular possibility. Like I said, I do the best I can to present myself and all my wonderfulness. :) But I also know that it is healthier for me to put the job market to the side and focus on my artistic work, teaching, and research and what may be may be. There are not jobs for everybody, this is a fact. But people are more than the particular job they have.
 * Also, I revise my initial statement. A lot of job postings have popped up in the last week. I think there's about as many as there were last year-- and actually many more I'm excited about this year. And the applications seem, in general, to be more humane. No transcripts, no reference letters unless you make it to the next level, etc. This saves a lot of money, and I really appreciate it. Thank you search committees if you're reading!
 * I'm a scholar/artist and I have a list of about 20 jobs I'm applying for or have applied for (granted, not all are in the USA). I'm essentially a generalist and some of the posts I'm applying for are ridiculous long shots, but still, that's not a terrible tally. Chin up!
 * How many other people on here are scholar/artists? It would be nice to be able to come up with a classification system to know how we define ourselves (scholar/artists, pre-modern, modern and contemporary, directors, acting teachers, theory/crticism, non-western, etc).
 * Would you mind adding jobs to the list above even if they are not in the US. I know this is like helping the competition, but that's how the jobs that are already up there got online in the first place.
 * Non-U.S.? Wow, where are those?
 * How is everyone doing so far with the job search and getting materials out? It looks like from what is out there, I will be applying to 22 jobs this year. What about everyone else? Is this average, low, high? My first time on the market.
 * I'm first year on the market and applying to 14 jobs. From my end it looks like being able to apply to 22 jobs is great. good for you.
 * I'm a lecturer on a renewable OYO but looking for TT job. I've been pleasantly surprised at the number of generalist jobs that I seem suited for (I actually want to be a generalist and like teaching large classes). Thus far I have 9 positions I am applying for. I was on the market as ABD for two years - and each year I applied for about 30 positions (07 and 08); I had six interviews (plus three campus visits) in year one, and two finalist interviews (including the job I got) in year two.
 * I am applying to 15 jobs, and 8 postdocs so far. First year on the market.
 * what post docs? I'm guessing they're general humanities???
 * The activity is really picking up!
 * Who ever took the jobs for UN-Reno, Beloit College, and College of the Holy Cross off the page, please put them back on. It looks like it happened while someone was tidying up the page, which is much appreciated. But please be careful.