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Theatre and Dance (Theatre), Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Murfreesboro, TN, United States


Job Title
Theatre and Dance (Theatre), Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

Department
Theatre and Dance

University Expectation
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary
The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary / Basic Function
The Department of Theatre and Dance at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, temporary (non-tenurable) faculty position (#107540) in theatre at the rank of lecturer. This is a one-year temporary appointment. The contract may be renewed annually based on available funding, demonstrated need, and satisfactory performance as assessed by annual evaluations. The appointment start date is August 1, 2026.

The successful candidate is expected to teach voice for the actor, introduction to theatre, and acting for non-majors.

Required Education
An MFA or a master's degree in theatre or musical theatre is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables
Applicants with Expressive Actor Certification and experience mentoring students through theatre conference trips (such as the American College Theatre Festival) will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed to Apply
Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy.

Benefits

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty

13 paid University holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Retirement plans

Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans

Educational benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependents

Application / Legal & Administrative Information
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at

https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/

or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email

emp@mtsu.edu .

Application Review Date: 05/05/2026

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