Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Comedy Arts and Theatre Studies (26-27)

Position Description

The Theatre School at DePaul University invites applications for a Full-Time Professional Lecturer to serve on the faculty in the Theatre Studies Department.

The Theatre School is an urban multicultural conservatory located in the heart of Chicago's vibrant theatre community. The ideal candidate will be a multi-faceted artist and educator with extensive experience in Comedy as well as the larger Theater Studies field. The ideal candidate will be an effective teacher, accomplished professional, strong collaborator, visionary comedy and theatre practitioner, and a proactive leader.

The position begins in September 2026

Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

• Teaching: teach 6 courses over the year. Specific course assignments will be determined in consultation with Liz Joynt Sandberg, Head of Comedy Arts, and Carlos Murillo, chair of the Theatre Studies department, and will include both Comedy and other Theatre Studies courses, in accordance with the candidate's areas of expertise.
• Advising in Comedy Arts and Theatre Studies
• Production: involvement in Comedy and Theatre Studies production programs, including administrative and advising support
• Service: full participation in faculty service activities for the Theatre Studies department and Theatre School, including curricular development, student advising, recruitment activities, and other relevant committees and activities
• Research/Scholarship/Creative Activities: expectation of continued involvement in the Comedy and Theatre profession and related activities

The Theatre School, located on the university's Lincoln Park campus two miles north of the Chicago Loop, enrolls 460 students. Our faculty (25 fulltime and 60+ parttime) includes leading Chicago theatre artists across all disciplines. Faculty members are active participants in the Chicago theatre community.

Qualifications:

Candidates for consideration will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in teaching, mentoring, advising, and/or supervising young artists
• Evidence of a diverse, professional production and/or client portfolio
• Extensive knowledge of Comedy and Theatre, including:
  • Knowledge in the history and theory of Comedy and Theatre
  • Experience in multiple comedic and theatrical practices and modalities
  • Expertise in intersectional comedic and theatrical production
• Extensive experience collaborating with artists at all competency levels
• Experience with a variety of dramatic forms and venues or media
• Professional experience equivalent to and/or a terminal degree in Comedy or Theatre or related fields

Application Instructions:

Please include:

• Cover letter
• Teaching philosophy
• CV/resume
• A full portfolio (via a digital file or website link)
• Three confidential letters of recommendation or evaluation

All applicants must apply online to be considered. Paper applications will not be accepted. The deadline for submission is midnight EST May 23, 2026. Late applications may not be considered.

Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $74,000 - $79,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.