Assistant Professor (Costume Design) at Eastern Michigan University

Title: Assistant Professor (Costume Design)Employee Classification: FA - Faculty 16 and 24 PayPay Grade: FA 01Division: Academic and Student AffairsSubdivision:School of Comm Media Theater ArtsDepartment: College of Arts and SciencesCampus Location: Main CampusGeneral SummaryEastern Michigan Universitys (EMU) School of Communication Media & Theatre Arts (CMTA) is now accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. This position will primarily teach in the Entertainment Design & Technology (ED&T) program with potential to teach classes in related areas within the School such as Theatre and/or Arts and Entertainment Management.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Teaching 2-3 classes per semester (12-credits per semester teaching load) Designing costumes (typically including hair and make-up) for 1-2 shows per semester (counted towards teaching load) Maintaining an active teaching scholarship / creative activity and service agenda Closely mentoring student costume designers as the opportunities arise (including but not limited to students designing mainstage shows and touring shows) Assign and submit grades in accordance with established University schedules. Academic advising for students towards a 4-year graduation goal within the Theatre and/or ED&T degrees Though the primary responsibility is costume design those with other areas of specialization might have the opportunity to design / mentor in other areas as appropriate Collaborating closely with the Costume Shop Manager and other Designers. Assisting in the costume shop with the build of two mainstage shows per semesterMinimum Qualifications:The successful applicant will have an MFA (or suitable terminal degree)in costume design or a related design discipline with significant professional experience in costume addition the candidate should have experience teaching at the university level and mentoring student designers.Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to candidates who provide evidence of significant achievement in professional creative work successful teaching / scholarship and /or those actively involved in professional organizations such as USITT / LDI / KC-ACTF etc.Special Instructions:All applications must be made online through EMUs application portal ( must submit the following materials for consideration: Cover letter that speaks to interest in the position qualifications and commitment to / evidence of supporting an inclusive academic environment Teaching philosophy / approach Curriculum Vitae Link to / upload of design portfolio Names and contact information for three professional references.Review of applications will begin Fall of 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The Search Committee chair is Phil Simmons. If interested please contact Phil at Appointment Percentage:100% Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1