Visiting Assistant Professor in Theatre Studies

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut (UConn) is pleased to invite applications for a faculty position in the Department of Dramatic Arts at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in Theatre Studies. The successful candidate will teach 6 undergraduate courses during the academic year with a potential course release if directing in Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) productions. In addition to teaching, the selected candidate may contribute to department performance projects and undertake intradepartmental collaborations. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2026.

The successful candidate will join a robust department that works in close partnership with the Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT, UConn’s producing entity) and participate in the life of the department through teaching, directing in the CRT season, and student mentorship. The teaching load is 3-3 (three courses per semester), with an anticipated 1-course release during one semester to dir...