Assistant Professor of Theatre (Directing)
About The Position
The Department of Theatre and Dance in the School of Arts, Media, & Communication at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (TAMU–CC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Theatre beginning Fall 2026. We seek an innovative and collaborative director-educator with demonstrated excellence in directing, acting, and related artistic areas to join a dynamic faculty. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in acting, directing, and related areas; mentor student directors and actors; direct for departmental productions; and engage in ongoing creative and/or scholarly work. Faculty at TAMU–CC are expected to maintain active professional and creative activity/scholarly research, demonstrate excellence in teaching, contribute to departmental, school, & university service, and support community engagement. The Department of Theatre and Dance at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi is a vibrant, student-centered program offering a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with concentrations in Acting/Directing and Design/Technology, as well as minors in Theatre and Dance. The department produces five mainstage theatre productions, three dance concerts, and numerous student-led projects annually. Faculty collaborates with a full-time technical staff, professional guest artists, and student crews. TAMU–CC is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST). Construction is currently underway for a new music/theatre/dance complex, opening in Fall 2026, which will provide state-of-the-art performance and teaching spaces. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail, and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
Requirements
- Terminal degree in Theatre or related theatrical field by the time of appointment is required.
- Demonstrated professional excellence in directing.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills.
Nice To Haves
- College-level teaching experience in Acting, Directing, and related Theatre courses.
- Experience with directing in an educational environment.
- Evidence of collaborative creative activity in professional or academic settings.
- Experience teaching acting.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in Acting, Directing, and related topics in the BA in Theatre curriculum.
- Direct one production per season for university mainstage productions.
- Supervise and mentor student directors and actors in all phases of production.
- Contribute to curricular development, program assessment, and recruitment of Theatre majors and minors.
- Maintain an active record of professional creative work and/or research consistent with promotion and tenure expectations.
- Participate in departmental, school, and university service, including committee work and community engagement initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
