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JOB - UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR - WINDSOR
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University of Windsor
School of Dramatic Art

Nine-Month Limited-Term Position in Acting   

The University of Windsor invites applications for a nine-month
limited-term faculty position in the School of Dramatic Art in the area
of Acting at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor commencing
August 15, 2007. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

The School of Dramatic Art at the University of Windsor is one of the
oldest and best established theatre and dramatic art programs in the
country. Our graduates have made a mark on both the world stage and in
film, and in education. Currently, the School of Dramatic Art offers
honours degree programs in Acting, Drama in Education and Community, and
Dramatic Art, and a wide ranging subscription season of plays through
University Players that serve the community. For further information
about the School of Dramatic Art, visit our web site at
http://www.uwindsor.ca/drama. The City of Windsor has a vital and
expanding cultural community and we are within easy driving distance to
Stratford, Toronto, Detroit, and Chicago. Boundless opportunities exist
to explore and expand creative potential within both the University
setting and the community.

The incumbent's responsibilities will include teaching Acting at all
levels and Developmental Improvisation in our Honours BA in Drama in
Education and Community and Honours BA in Dramatic Art programmes,
and/or additional courses in an area of the candidate's expertise, such
as Directing or theatre survey courses. The minimum qualifications are
an MA or MFA in Theatre with significant theatre experience or, in
exceptional cases, demonstrated professional experience in acting and/or
directing. A background in teaching Acting to students who wish to teach
at the secondary school level is desirable. University teaching
experience is essential. 

Applications will include: 
* a letter of application, including a statement of
citizenship/immigration status; 
* a current curriculum vitae; 
* statements of teaching and creative activity interests; 
* a teaching dossier or evidence of teaching effectiveness that might
include sample course outlines or teaching evaluations; 
* a statement of teaching philosophy and creative activity interests; 
* samples of creative/scholarly activity; 
* graduate transcripts, if a recent PhD; and 
* three current letters of reference forwarded by the referees.

To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by
March 30, 2007 to: 

Prof. Lionel Walsh, Director, School of Dramatic Art
University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4 

Phone: (519) 253-3000, Ext. 2805, Fax: (519) 971-3629 
Email: walsha at uwindsor.ca

Applications may still be received after the deadline date. If you are
unable to submit the application by the deadline date, you should
contact and alert the Director that you intend to submit an application
after the deadline date. If you are viewing the advertisement after the
deadline date, you should contact the Director to find out the status of
the search and discuss the possibility of submitting an application. The
acceptance of a late submission is at the discretion of the appointments
committee.

The University of Windsor is committed to equity in its academic
policies, practices, and programs; supports diversity in its teaching,
learning, and work environments; and ensures that applications from
members of traditionally marginalized groups are seriously considered
under its employment equity policy. Those who would contribute to the
further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship include, but
are not limited to, women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with
disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of sexual
minority groups. The University of Windsor invites you to apply to our
welcoming community and to self-identify as a member of one of these
groups. International candidates are encouraged to apply; however
Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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To ensure that you are considered within the priorities of the
Employment Equity Program, you may self-identify in your letter of
application or in a separate letter to the Presidential Commission on
Employment Equity, Office of Faculty Recruitment and Retention (OFRR),
325 Chrysler Hall Tower, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, N9B
3P4.
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