Assistant Professor - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
F1763P

Working Title
Assistant Professor

Department
Franklin-Theatre & Film Stds

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (
).

The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department
The Department of Theatre and Film Studies ) is a unit of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. It offers B.A. degrees in theatre and in film studies, MFA degrees in performance, design/technology and dramatic media, and the Ph.
D. in theatre and performance studies.

The department encompasses the applied and scholarly study of drama in a wide range of media, including stage, film and 3D computer animation.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive.

Georgia is well known for its quality of life, outdoor and cultural amenities, and affordability (
and
).

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2024

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date
09/21/2023

Job Closing Date

Open until filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications received by December 15th, 2023 will receive full consideration, and the screening process will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should upload a cover letter, C.V., and teaching philosophy. Other materials should display evidence of professional and teaching activity. These might include an online portfolio, reels, articles, sample syllabi, links to performances.

Applicants will also be asked to provide names and e-mail addresses of three references; recommendations will be requested later in the search process.

Inquiries may be directed to Professor George Contini, Search Committee Chair,

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ).