Position
Visiting Assistant Professor, Theatre
Department
Theatre
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Starting Date
August 2025
Closing Date
When Filled
Responsibilities
Requirements

The Fain College of Fine Arts at Midwestern State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre - Voice, to begin August of 2025. This is a non-tenure track, nine­ month contract. Midwestern State University is an associate member of NAST and a full member of COPLAC and offers a full undergraduate curriculum in theatre programs.


Description: Voice Specialist, full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre. Duties include a twelve-hour teaching load each semester serving as instructor of voice techniques, musical theatre and singing. In addition, this position may also serve as director/musical director/vocal coach/intimacy coach or mentor for departmental productions. Other classes or duties may be assigned, commensurate with experience and/or departmental needs. Other duties include assess students, hold office hours, mentor students, recruiting, establishing strong working relationships with colleagues, and representing the Theatre Department on and off campus.


Terminal degree in theatre, performance studies or a related field required. Experience and/or certifications in singing and voice training required. Applicants experienced in directing, acting and theatre history are encouraged to apply. Functional piano skills to accompany preferred.

Standard Requirements

Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.

This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

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

To Apply:

Candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, philosophy of education, e­ portfolio of work and contact information with at least three references to Eric Koger, Department of Theatre, Midwestern State University, Eric.Koger@msutexas.edu.

 

Professor and Chair Eric Koger

Department of Theatre

Midwestern State University

3410 Taft Boulevard

Wichita Falls, Texas, 76308

Review of applications begins immediately. For full consideration please submit complete materials by June 11, 2025. Applications accepted until position is filled.

Please send information to the contact listed below.

Contact Information
Mailing Address
Eric Koger,
MSU Texas
Theatre
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
For More Information
Eric Koger


eric.koger@msutexas.edu
University Information
University Information
MSU Texas
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
About MSU

Midwestern State University, a Texas public university with nearly 5,900 students, is a proud member of the Texas Tech University System. MSU Texas is centrally located between Dallas and Oklahoma City in Wichita Falls (population 103,000). MSU is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) and is committed to excellence in teaching.

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