Visiting Assistant Professor in Theatre (Design & History)

Luther College is seeking an instructor for a sabbatical replacement position in our Theatre program for the spring semester beginning in February 2025. The Visiting Assistant Professor of Design (Generalist) will provide costume designs for a production, teach a course in beginner level costume and scenic design, and teach a course in pre-20th century theatre history. Although preference is given to candidates who can fill all responsibilities, we will consider separating the position with an adjunct in design (course in design and costume designer for a production) and an adjunct in theatre history, or by production costume designer and instructor for courses.  

Candidates should hold an MFA in Theatre and/or Design, an MA in Theatre, or have comparable professional experience. A background in costume technology rooted in professional theatre and dance practices or experience in teaching pre-20th century theatre history is required. The successful candidate will communicate knowledge of and interest in teaching at Luther College. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and communicate a strong desire to work with undergraduates of all experience levels. 

Luther College is located in rural Northeast Iowa, a regional hub for outdoor recreation, two nationally recognized healthcare systems, top ranked schools, business, agriculture, specialty retail, dining and tourism.  Major Midwest metropolitan areas within a three-hour driving distance include Des Moines, IA; Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN; and Madison, WI.  We are an easy drive to La Crosse, WI, Cedar Falls/Waterloo, IA, and Rochester, MN, home of Mayo Clinic.

At Luther College, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our educational mission and values. We are committed to the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more equitable and socially just college and society. Strong candidates will have experience and vision regarding teaching and mentorship of students of multiple and diverse backgrounds with attention to structural barriers that limit access to educational opportunities.

With support from departmental colleagues and the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, the successful candidate may be asked to participate in program development and student recruitment. Our primary goal is to both mentor and serve students in the program.

Apply: Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.  Apply for position at

https://www.luther.edu/offices/hr/careers. Applicants’ dossier should include:

• Cover letter addressing your interest in the position and articulating the ways in which your experience matches the needs outlined in the position description (2 pages or less).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Examples of teaching excellence and design (as appropriate) are highly desirable. These may include sample designs, photographs, sample syllabi, student evaluations, or other course materials. 
• Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts.
• Contact information for three references including name, affiliation, phone and email address. Please note, references are only contacted for a candidate who is under serious consideration and the candidate will be contacted beforehand.

The current salary range for assistant professors with 0-5 years of experience is $26,000–$29,000 (three-course spring semester salary); placement on scale is dependent on credentials and applicable experience. Adjunct faculty salary is on a per credit basis dependent on credentials and experience.  

Please send all correspondence to Joe Madrigal, Department Head, Visual and Performing Arts Department Luther College, 700 College Drive Decorah, Iowa 52101; Telephone: 563-387-1114 (office); FAX: 563-387-1132; E-mail: madrjo01@luther.edu. Additional information about the college is available by visiting the college website www.luther.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to hr@luther.edu.

Salary : $26,000 - $29,000