Part-Time Academic (PERF 3722.03 Digital Design for Performance 2) - Winter 2024

This Part-Time Academic will be fully responsible for the teaching and grading of one section of PERF 3722.03 Digital Design for Performance 2, from January 1 to April 30, 2024 (Winter Term). The Part-Time Academic will be responsible for developing and delivering lectures, readings, discussions, presentations, and student assessments in relation to the conceptual function of digital projection with live performance, including theatre, music, and dance.

The instructor will work closely with teaching staff in the Stage Design and Technical Theatre area to coordinate curriculum requirements. This position reports to the Director of the Fountain School of Performing Arts.

The successful applicant should have an MA or MFA in Scenic Design or related discipline. Candidates with a BA or BFA in or related discipline and substantial professional experience in relevant discipline will be considered. Experience with CAD/VectorWorks is considered an asset. Previous experience teaching at a university, with documented evidence of teaching ability, is an asset. Please apply online, with a copy of your curriculum vitae and a cover letter.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.