Posting Type:
External - Open to All Applicants
Job Title:
Producer/Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Associate Professor of Theatre Arts
Position Title:
Producer/Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Associate Professor of Theatre Arts
Position Type:
Full-Time Faculty
Department:
Performing Arts
Benefits Summary:
Benefit package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription insurance, Life insurance, Workers’ Compensation insurance, Unemployment insurance, and Total Disability insurance. Retirement: The University contributes 4% of the regular salary with up to 3% of additional matched contributions into the TIAA Retirement Program. Other benefits include tuition remission for employee, spouse, and employee’s dependent children under the age of 25 (this does not include the last two year of the PharmD program or the JD), and twenty days of paid medical leave per year.
Job Summary:
We seek a talented individual who is passionate about teaching, invested in student success, and eager to serve as producer for a dynamic theatre and dance program. If you desire to make a difference in the lives of undergraduate students, we invite you to apply for a one-year, visiting assistant or associate professor position to begin August 18, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Scope:
The Department of Performing Arts in the Getty College of Arts & Sciences at Ohio Northern University welcomes applications for a one-year, visiting assistant professor or visiting associate professor position in Theatre Arts, with the possibility of extending the appointment for an additional 1 or 2 years by mutual agreement. This unique position includes a 50% teaching assignment and 50% responsibilities to serve as Producer for an extensive academic theatre season.
Principal Responsibilities
The successful candidate will teach courses based on expertise in any of the following areas: arts administration, acting, directing, musical theatre, dance, and/or theatre design and technology.
As Producer, the candidate will collaborate closely with the Production Manager, the Department Chair for Performing Arts, and the faculty of Theatre Arts to ensure the successful planning and execution of the academic theatre and dance season. Responsibilities will include production budgeting and reconciliation, production licensing, liaising with guest artists from contract negotiation through production, casting oversight, and other duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities include service to the Department and College. Questions concerning the position should be directed to: Kathleeen DeVault at k-devault@onu.edu.
Required Skills:
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication and teaching expertise, administrative and leadership experience, excellent organizational ability, creative problem solving in a timely manner, and the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff in a creative, collaborative, and constructive manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
A master’s degree is required. Candidates with a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) or experience with producing at the University level or in the field are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications:
EEO Statement
ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment.
College Description:
The Getty College of Arts & Sciences is proud to focus exclusively on undergraduate education. We place a premium on faculty providing close mentoring through small classrooms and experiential learning. Our students share a passion for learning that goes beyond the classroom across 35 nationally acclaimed and accredited degree programs. A&S students are fueled by a commitment to making a difference in their local and global communities. The College of Arts & Sciences has an impressive record of professional accomplishments by our alumni. Ohio Northern University is ranked #1 in the state of Ohio for Best Value by both the Wall Street Journal and U.S. News & World Report. Located in Ada, Ohio, the University’s rural setting provides a rhythm of life that is peaceful and unhurried. The natural beauty of campus and friendliness of the village and campus communities offer an ideal setting for the pursuit of knowledge and genuine relationships. Additional information about Ohio Northern University is available at http://www.onu.edu.
Appointment Length:
9-months
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In the statement of teaching philosophy, please discuss how you would or have supported a classroom of students with a broad cross-section of differing levels of academic preparation.
