Posted Tuesday, January 06, 2026
Ashland University, a primarily undergraduate institution, seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Theatre, Non-Tenure Track, position in the Department of Music and Theatre to begin August 2026. A terminal degree in Theatre (MFA in Acting or Directing or PhD in Theatre) is required by the start date. The successful candidate will have teaching and directing experience.
Primary responsibilities are directing one show each semester, teaching courses in the theatre minor and academic core, and serving as Artistic Director/Assistant Department Chair. Specific courses could include: Theatre Aesthetics, Script Analysis, American Musical Theatre, Acting for Non-Majors. Production responsibilities include: selecting season, hiring guest designers and directors as needed (especially lights, sound, set, costumes, technical director), managing production budget, interfacing with the ticketing system, securing rights, scripts, etc.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and contact information for three references to: https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/7975
Questions can be directed to Dr. Rowland Blackley, Chair, Department of Music and Theatre by email (rblackle@ashland.edu). Completed applications will be reviewed as they are received.