Adjunct Faculty - Theatre Studies Department

Position Overview

College/School: Chicago, IL - The Theatre School

The Theatre School's Theatre Studies Department invites expressions of interest in part-time faculty teaching opportunities, for the 2025-2026 Academic Year, within the following areas:

• Art Leadership/Theatre Management
• Comedy
• Dramaturgy/Criticism/Dramatic Literature
• Theatre for Young Audiences/Education and Engagement
• Playwriting
• Theatre History and Theatre Arts

In order to best serve the students, part-time faculty are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities of a faculty member that are commensurate and consistent with the faculty member's qualifications and the best interests of DePaul.

Qualifications

M.F.A., PhD or equivalent professional experience in the subject area to be taught is required. Equivalent professional experience would be at least 10 years of professional experience or 5 years of professional experience and an undergraduate degree in a related field. A commitment to teaching is required; teaching experience on the college level is strongly desired. Ongoing activity in the relevant field is also desired.

Application Instructions

Applicant Documents:

• Cover Letter (1)
• C.V. (1)

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Compensation

The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $5,000 and $6,600 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Close Date

Jun 30, 2026

General Compensation/Benefits Statement: DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here.