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Assistant Professor (Directing/Acting) u2014Theatre Department, School of Arts and Sciences FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Department of Theatre at Hunter College seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track position for a director/acting teacher with expertise in musical theatre to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in acting and directing and direct departmental productions to begin in August 2026. We are looking for an experienced director who also possesses a solid background in various actor training techniques. Additional areas of specialization are desirable and should be specified in the cover letter. The candidate should provide evidence of professional promise, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching. Continued creative activity required for tenure and promotion. The candidate should identify with the mission of the department which sees theatre as an integral part of a liberal arts education and should be an active participant in the life of the department. The Hunter College Theatre Department is a diverse community of students and award-winning faculty right in the heart of New York City and its vibrant theatre scene. Responsibilities: u2022 Teach courses in acting and directing and other areas of specialization on the undergraduate and graduate levels. u2022 Direct departmental productions. u2022 Provide academic advising and mentor student production work u2022 contribute to curriculum development. u2022 Serve on college and departmental committees. QUALIFICATIONS u2022 Completed MFA, DFA, or Ph.D. in Directing/Acting of Theatre. u2022 A minimum of three yearsu2019 teaching on the college or conservatory level. u2022 Publicly recognized professional directing/acting experience. u2022 Recent MFA graduates with no professional or teaching experience will not be considered. COMPENSATION $86,741 u2013 $102,017; Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. HOW TO APPLY Visit access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select