"F0078 Tenure Track Assistant Professor-Department of Visual and Performing Arts"

Job Details

Title: F0078 Tenure Track Assistant Professor-Department of Visual and Performing Arts

State Role Title: Professor

Hiring Range: Commensurate with credentials and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: www.nsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Norfolk State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective August 2026. This appointment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and interdisciplinary department that encompasses drama, fine arts, and music. Responsibilities for this nine-month position include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in drama, fine arts and music, maintaining an active research agenda, and collaboration with faculty across departmental disciplines. Salary is competitive. Review of applications will begin on January 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a statement that reflects their philosophy and experience working with initiatives or with students and communities from underrepresented populations.

Minimum Qualifications

A terminal degree (MFA, DMA, or Ph.D.) in a relevant field (Fine Arts, Music, Drama/Theatre)

Preferred Qualifications

1. Preference for candidates who have a record of interdisciplinary teaching and/or collaboration within the areas of visual and performing arts.
2. Strong portfolio of creative work, research or scholarship.

Additional Considerations

How to Apply

Candidates should submit:

1. State of Virginia application.
2. A cover letter of interest outlining research agenda and teaching interests.
3. Current Curriculum Vitae.
4. Philosophy of Teaching.
5. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, official transcripts are required of finalists).
6. Three letters of reference.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. ...

Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. ...

EEO Statement

NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.