Part-Time Academic (Thea 3602.03 Playwright In The Theatre B) - Winter 2024

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Position Information

Position Title Part-Time Academic (THEA 3602.03 Playwright in the Theatre B) - Winter 2024

Posting Number PTAP1997P

Department/Unit Fountain School of Performing Arts

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

This Part-Time Academic will be fully responsible for the teaching and grading of one section of THEA 3602.03 Playwright in the Theatre B, from January 1 – April 30, 2024 (Winter Term). The position scope may include supervision of workshop rehearsals, readings, and/or performances of playwriting students’ work, which may require some evening or weekend work. It may also involve the organization and coordination of guest lectures, masterclasses and seminars over the course of the class. This position reports to the Director of the Fountain School of Performing Arts.

Qualifications/Requirements Of Position

MA, MFA or equivalent in Theatre, Drama or related discipline, and/or substantial professional experience as a playwright. Previous experience of teaching playwriting at a university level is an asset, as is evidence of strong teaching effectiveness. Please apply online, with a copy of your curriculum vitae and a cover letter.

Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment January - April 2024

Open Date 06/29/2022

Close Date 06/05/2023

Open Until Filled

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