professor Electrical Engineering

American University of Sharjah invites applications for an Assistant Professor (or Higher Rank) faculty position of Scenic and Lighting Design to join a small but growing Performing Arts Program in Fall 2024. This person will serve as Scenic and Lighting Designer for two annual main stage productions, will teach a 3-3 load as part of the core liberal arts education, and will serve on committees as requested. Additionally, this individual will maintain the scene shop and equipment and will oversee the successful construction of sets and execution of lighting designs with the assistance of the program’s Technical Director. We are especially interested in candidates who are dedicated to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts environment, committed to working with ethnically and culturally diverse faculty and students from across the globe, and who will thrive in a small, ambitious collegiate setting. A terminal degree in theatre is required (MFA preferred). Proficiency in programming ETC lighting boards and working with moving LED lights is essential. Professional design experience is a plus.