Lecturer in Theatre Directing Research or Practice

Middlesex University is recruiting for an exciting new post: Lecturer in Theatre Directing, with a focus on either Research or Practice.

Middlesex University brings together over 38,000 students across campuses in London, Dubai and Mauritius, academics at the top of their game, and an international network of industry partners in our global community to learn, discover and innovate.

The Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries has a long tradition of excellence in creative education and a dynamic alumni network of leaders shaping the future of the creative industries globally. Theatre at Middlesex University has a long and prestigious track record of high quality teaching in explore all aspects of making theatre.

Students get the opportunity to explore acting, design, writing or directing, with a chance in the final year to specialise in one area. We have a strong tradition in visual and physical theatre and applied approaches and are currently pivoting towards reaffirming the value of text-based approaches and the exploration of the classical repertoire. In such a way, our students get to explore the full spectrum of current industry practice.

Students learn and practise their performance skills in a supporting and nurturing environment. Our campus has excellent facilities including a specialist rehearsal and studio spaces for students to train in a professional-level environment. Our students gain experience of the theatre industry through placements with professional venues and companies. You will join an established team of experienced academics and assist the team in delivering the curriculum and enhancing the student experience.

We are a member of Athena SWAN a gender-based charter, the Race Equality Charter, Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Disability Confident. We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the role profile.

If you wish to discuss the job in further detail please contract Dr. James Charlton, Interim Academic Dean Faculty of Arts & Creative Industries, by email on j.charlton@mdx.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 10^th December 2024

Interview Date: TBC

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