Assistant Professor of Theatre and Artistic Director of Theatre

The School of Arts & Humanities at Milligan University invites applications for the full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Theatre and Artistic Director of Theatre. This is a nine-month faculty position (paid over 12 months) with an anticipated start in August 2026.

Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses in acting, directing, and the history and literature of theatre. Additional responsibilities will include directing main-stage theatrical productions, supervising student-led initiatives and productions, recruiting high-quality students locally and regionally, exhibiting a collegial and interdisciplinary spirit in collaborating with other campus colleagues and programs, and establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with high school and community theatre programs. A desire and ability to integrate faith and learning in a liberal arts environment is essential.

Qualifications: Candidates should hold an MFA and/or Ph.D. in Theater (ABD may be considered), have a record of directing and stage performance experience, knowledge of the professional theatre world, and successful teaching experience. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan's mission as a Christian liberal arts university.

Application Process: Applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a video link of a sample of you performing on stage in a theatre production to .... (Please do not submit actual video files.) Review of applications will begin at once and will continue until the position is filled.

Milligan is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status-if such disability may be accommodated without undue hardship-protected veteran status in provision of employment opportunities and benefits pursuant to federal requirements. Visit www.milligan.edu for information about the University and its mission.