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Troy University
Professor Position

Lecturer/Professor of Practice/Assistant/Associate Professor

Troy University · United States
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Closing in 147 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 16, 2026

About the role

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Lecturer/Professor of Practice/Assistant/Associate Professor

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Posting Details

Position Information
Posting Number F0834P
Position Title Lecturer/Professor of Practice/Assistant/Associate Professor
Position Type Faculty
Department Theatre & Dance - Troy
Division College of Arts and Humanities
Campus Troy
Faculty Rank Assistant Professor
If Faculty position 10 Month
Is this position tenure track or non-tenure track? Tenure Track
Work Status Full-Time (FT)
Temporary No
Location Troy - T01
Job Summary The Scenic Design & Technology faculty position is a full-time position hired on a 10-month renewable contract. The open-rank posting allows for for authentic consideration of candidates’ unique strengths and potential to serve in the role of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Lecturer, or Professor of Practice.

The Scenic Design & Technology full-time faculty position is responsible for oversight of scenic design and technology for all productions; teaching courses in design, technology, technical theatre, and general theatre; producing quality theatrical scenery and scenic elements that complement and support theatre and dance productions and presentations; working closely with the Technical Director and Scene Shop Manager to construct, fabricate, and finish scenic elements to full completion within production timelines and standards; assisting with oversight of inventory, acquisition, organization, management, repair, and installation of technology and tools in the scenic area; supervising and training student leaders and crews in scenic area(s); working with other faculty to develop curriculum and projects aimed specifically to students with goals and interests in the field of Design/Technology/Management; providing a focus on innovating and advancing ideas and practices in theatrical design and technology; advising and mentoring students; contributing to the artistic and intellectual growth of the Department, College and University; participation in the work of faculty and the Department; working within professional networks and organizations beyond the University; and continuing to develop their own artistry and gain experience in the field.
In Class Teaching Percentage
Online Teaching Percentage
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree, MFA, or other terminal degree in Scenic Design or related area of theatre, design, or technology
  • Academic experience in teaching, mentorship, and/or leadership
  • Experience working in a theatrical setting (educational or professional)
  • Industry knowledge and demonstrated hands-on experience of technology practices, design, and construction/fabrication
  • Extensive knowledge of safe use of equipment and safety standards
  • Demonstrated drafting skills and proficiency in CAD, VectorWorks, and/or related technology
  • Collaborative and open attitude
  • Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse group of students and faculty in an integrated arts approach
  • Ability to recruit and retain students with design/tech/management career interests and goals
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to demonstrate responsible leadership, judgment, and productive relationships
  • Ability to build and foster a positive and inclusive work environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • MFA in Scenic Design or related area
  • Three to five years of experience in university setting
  • Three to five years of experience in professional theatre
  • Valid state driver’s license and ability to occasionally drive 24’ box trucks
  • Strong interest in construction and fabrication
  • Industry knowledge of design, construction, and technology practices across multiple disciplines
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility
Work Hours TBD
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
  • Working with power tools, electrical equipment, and wiring
  • Working at great heights
  • Lifting heavy items
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No
Posting Date 03/01/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Please be prepared to share evidence of design work via website, portfolio, etc. A teaching demonstration is required as part of the application process.
Academic Term Position Will Begin Fall 2026
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/35842

Reference Letters

Reference Letters
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Applicant Special Instructions Qualified applications will be made available to the department/committee for review immediately upon submission. We ask that you provide email addresses for your reference providers and please be certain that the email addresses you list are accurate. If you are selected as a candidate for consideration by the department/committee, an instructional email will be sent to your reference providers to ask that they submit a reference letter on your behalf via a link to our reference portal. Separate reference letters will be requested for each position to which you apply (if applicable), so your reference providers will be contacted separately for each application on which you list them. Reference letters will not be copied from one application to another. You can assure your reference providers that our system is secure and that all letters are confidential. If your reference providers have trouble using the reference portal, please advise them to contact [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Troy University employment website (www.troyuniversityjobs.com)
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • Social Media website
    • Indeed
    • Other employment website (please specify below)
    • Employee Referral (please specify below)
    • Local newspaper (please specify below)
    • Professional journal (please specify below)
    • Other source (please specify below)
  2. Please specify:

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
    • Not a current Troy University employee
    • Current part-time Troy employee (including adjunct faculty)
    • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
    • Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees)
  4. * Do you have a Master’s degree, MFA, or other terminal degree in Scenic Design or related area of theatre, design, or technology
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. List of References
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Teaching Philosophy
  5. Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Letter of Reference 1
  3. Letter of Reference 2
  4. Letter of Reference 3
  5. Unofficial Transcript 2
  6. Unofficial Transcript 3
  7. Other Document

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