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Lecturer in Playwriting (pre-six)
Position overview
Position title: non-senate lecturerApplication Window
Open date: June 28, 2024
Most recent review date: Thursday, Aug 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Theater and Dance at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified lecturers to teach during the 2024-2025 Academic Year in playwriting. Courses include: "Introduction to Playwriting" and "Advanced Playwriting".
Work will be in person on the UCSB campus. Reimbursement for travel and housing expenses will not be provided. Information about the UCSB Department of Theater and Dance is available through the Department’s web page: http://www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu/
The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of a Tier 1 Research University through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position. Salary is standard, based on the UC’s salary scales and depends on qualifications.
Department: https://www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu/
Qualifications
MFA degree in playwriting or five years professional experience as a working playwright. At least one year of teaching experience at the college or university level.
Applicant is a published playwright and/or has had their plays professionally produced.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Sample Syllabus - Examples of professional work. To submit, please upload a document containing a PDF file, website address and/or electronic samples.
Sample Play - To submit, please upload a document containing a PDF file, website address and/or electronic samples.
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.
(Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
References will only be contacted for the proposed candidate after the candidate has been identified as a finalist for the position.
Help contact: hfahnestock@ucsb.edu
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