BCAS - Department Chair in Theatre and Dance - 527687

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Department/Organization 204271 - Theatre and Dance Rank: Associate/Full Professor Position Summary: The University of Alabama invites applications for the position of Chair in its Department of Theatre and Dance, beginning August 16, 2026. We seek a distinguished visionary leader and artist educator with strong administrative experience during a pivotal moment of growth and change, as the department opens the state-of-the-art Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts. Detailed Position Information: The University of Alabama invites applications for the position of Chair in its Department of Theatre and Dance, beginning August 16, 2026. We seek a distinguished visionary leader and artist educator with strong administrative experience during a pivotal moment of growth and change, as the department opens the state-of-the-art Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts. The successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate and graduate level; pursue an active research agenda appropriate to candidate’s area of specialization; advocate for the department within the college and university; connect with and serve as an ambassador to the community; and represent the department at the n...