Adjunct Faculty, Department of Music & Theatre (Academic Year 2027 -2028)

Xavier University • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates for a pool of potential part-time, non-tenure-track adjunct instructors in the Department of Music & Theatre for the 2027–2028 academic year. Candidates should be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and demonstrate excellence in their field. Successful candidates will contribute to excellence in teaching and student engagement. Applications are accepted continuously, and candidates may be contacted as teaching needs arise. Contracts are issued semester by semester based on departmental needs and student enrollment.

The instructor will teach assigned courses, plan and prepare lectures, discussions, and activities to support student success, use Xavier’s campus-wide academic program, Canvas, to provide course information and maintain electronic records of student progress, and work cooperatively with department members. Courses may include Theatre History I (THTR 205), Theatre History II (THTR 206), and Stagecraft (THTR 150).

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or résumé, and names and contact information for three professional references through Xavier University’s website. The adjunct faculty pool closes May 1, 2028. Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in a related field accompanied by significant professional experience, or a relevant graduate degree.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.
• Ability and experience to teach one or more of the following courses: Theatre History I (THTR 205), Theatre History II (THTR 206), or Stagecraft (THTR 150).
• Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or résumé, and names and contact information for three professional references.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s).
• Plan and prepare lectures, discussions, and activities to support student success.
• Use Canvas to provide course information and maintain electronic records of students’ progress.
• Work cooperatively with members of the department.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level