Assistant Professor; Directing​/Acting —Theatre Department, School of Arts and Sciences

Assistant Professor (Directing/Acting) — Theatre Department, School of Arts and Sciences

The Department of Theatre at Hunter College seeks applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track position for a director/acting teacher with expertise in musical theatre to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in acting and directing and to direct departmental productions beginning August 2026.

We are looking for an experienced director who also possesses a solid background in various actor training techniques. Additional areas of specialization are desirable and should be specified in the cover letter. Candidates must provide evidence of professional promise and a demonstrated commitment to teaching. Continued creative activity is required for tenure and promotion. Candidates should identify with the department’s mission, which sees theatre as an integral part of a liberal arts education, and should be an active participant in the life of the department.

• Teach courses in acting and directing at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Direct departmental productions.
• Provide academic advising and mentor student production work.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Serve on college and departmental committees.

• Completed MFA, DFA, or Ph.D. in Directing/Acting of Theatre.
• A minimum of three years’ teaching experience at the college or conservatory level.
• Publicly recognized professional directing/acting experience.
• Recent MFA graduates with no professional or teaching experience will not be considered.

$86,741 – $102,017; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. Faculty also receive mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing professional development.

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job  title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, portfolio of directing work (video links, images, and/or reviews), and names and contact information for three or more references.

February 27, 2026, or until filled.

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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