Assistant Professor of African Diasporic Performance

1 week ago


Evanston, Illinois, United States Northwestern University Full time
Job Title:

Assistant Professor of African Diasporic Performance

Job Summary:

We are seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of African Diasporic Performance to join our faculty in the Departments of African American Studies and Performance Studies at Northwestern University. The successful candidate will have a strong research agenda in African Diasporic Performance, with a focus on the social impact of performance in Africa, particularly in the areas of musical forms and sound cultures as they intersect with political aspects of the black experience.

Responsibilities:
  • Teach courses in African Diaspora Performance, including undergraduate survey courses and graduate-level courses in research methods and specialized PhD-level courses in their research area.
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students with interests in African Performance Theory, African Popular Culture, Contemporary Dance in Africa, Women's Gender Studies, and African and African Diaspora Studies.
  • Contribute to the departments' missions at the highest scholarly level, including participating in interdisciplinary initiatives across the campus, especially the Black Arts Initiative.
Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree (MFA, PhD, DMA, etc.) or equivalent professional experience in Theatre History.
  • Research agendas within the African Diaspora Studies tradition broadly defined and more specifically evaluating African Performance Theory, Performance Ethnography, African Popular Culture, Contemporary Dance in Africa, and Afrobeat Music.
  • University teaching experience.
  • Industry-focused training and experience in Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives are highly desirable.
Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Application materials should be submitted through our online faculty recruiting system. Please include a cover letter, current vita, three letters of recommendation, any available work samples, teaching materials/portfolio, and other relevant materials.

About Northwestern University:

Northwestern University is one of the nation's largest private research universities, located on the shore of Lake Michigan in Evanston, Illinois. The university is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, and we welcome applications from candidates who share this commitment.



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