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SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Theatre Arts

Budget Title: Assistant Professor

Local Title: Scenic Designer/Assistant Professor of Theatre

Posting Date: September 17, 2009

Salary Level: TBD

Duties: The Department of Theatre Arts, State University of New York at New Paltz seeks designer, and outstanding teacher, for a full-time, tenure-track theatre position, beginning August 2010.

Coursework will include Introduction to Design, Scenic Design I and II, Scene Painting, and History of Period Styles as well as the ability to teach courses in general education curriculum. Other responsibilities include the scenic and property design and painting of two productions annually as well as supervision of student designers and paint crews on all departmental productions.

The faculty member will be expected to establish a strong program of professional design and/or scholarship, to advise students, and to contribute to the life and work of the department and college.

Qualifications: Terminal degree in theatre with an emphasis in scenic design. Expertise in CAD, model building, rendering, and scenic painting. Teaching experience, USA membership, and professional portfolio preferred. Proficient oral/written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others and mentor students is essential. We are especially interested in considering applicants who bring diverse cultural experiences or perspectives to the campus and who can mentor and advise all members of our diverse student body.

Contact Information: Please note search number F09-15 on all materials submitted for this search. Send a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and full contact information for 3 references to:
Scene Design Search
Department of Theatre Arts, CT 102
SUNY New Paltz
1 Hawk Drive
New Paltz, NY 12561

Deadline: 15 November 2009 (see below)

Other important information about this vacancy: To assure full consideration, applications should be received by the priority screening date of 15 November 2009.

SUNY New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and nearby amenities.

SUNY New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer