Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre

The Theatre Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year visiting position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning July 1 2027. We seek candidates to teach global performance history and theory introduction to theatre directing and/or playwrighting and related courses in performance theory history and practice. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with broadly diverse student populations while contributing to a vibrant learning community that values academic freedom creativity and intellectual curiosity. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would enhance the educational experience of students and further the Colleges educational goals.

The goal of the Hamilton College Theatre Department is to teach students to think and express themselves creatively while at the same time learning discipline time management and solid group-building and leadership skills. Learn more about the department: with ABD or MFA will be considered although candidates with a Ph.D. are preferred. The teaching load for this position is five. The expected 9-month base salary range for this position is $79950 to $82450. Candidates should submit cover letter and C.V. via interfolio at Questions regarding the search may be directed to Tobin Ost Search Committee Chair at . Our review of applications will begin on October 15 2026.

Hamilton College is a residential liberal arts college located in central New York. The College has built its reputation on the teaching excellence and leading scholarship of its faculty and on the academic distinction and intellectual curiosity of its approximately 2000 students who take advantage of Hamiltons open curriculum ( Accomplished faculty highly capable and motivated students and a student-faculty ratio of 9:1 provide an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence intellectual and cultural diversity and respect for differences in the development of students as engaged members of their communities. Hamiltons commitment to diversity is embodied in its need-blind admission policy for US Citizens and Permanent Residents; furthermore Hamilton College meets the full demonstrated financial need for all admitted and enrolled students during their four years on campus. Please visit the college website for more information ().

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and discuss their strengths in these areas. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at as well as additional information at (Opportunities for Spouses or Partners). Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits.