Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

The ideal candidate will serve as coordinator for the musical theatre degree program, possess an MFA or professional equivalency (as determined by university policy and with administrative approval) in Music Theatre, Acting, Directing or Dance, 3-5 years of teaching at the university level, and significant professional experience as an actor, singer, or dancer on the national stage. Friends University seeks to hire faculty who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence). The university prefers to hire a candidate who holds an MFA in Musical Theatre, Acting, Directing, Dance or equivalent professional experience. In addition to the required qualifications, we seek a dynamic individual with a successful track record of recruiting students, establishing a top-tier program, possessing extensive knowledge of musical theatre repertoire and developing trends, and who maintains significant connections within the professional national and regional theatre scene. A Cover Letter outlining how your qualifications and experience will suit the position at Friends University, A complete Curriculum Vitae, A Teaching Statement that articulates a vision to cultivate Christian character through the integration of our RISE values, Provide a link to a professional website/portfolio demonstrating recent performances, teaching and/or productions, Contact information for three professional/academic references.