Lecturer in Musical Theatre

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Based within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business, the School of Society and Culture is a place of progression in a progressive world. The School brings together subjects and research that are among the most relevant in today’s society; subjects that play a crucial role in addressing some of the world’s most pressing social issues and that require skilled, creative and forward-thinking individuals capable of shaping the future. The School has created a learning environment that brings together social and political sciences, law, performing arts and humanities to empower students to personalise their journey, expand their thinking, realise their ambitions and pursue their passions. The School is home to researchers who demonstrate the crucial role the social sciences, law, humanities and performing arts play in all aspects of our lives and their importance in shaping the future. The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award demonstrating the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all. We are looking to recruit an innovative and dynamic lecturer in Musical Theatre to work within our energetic theatre team, in partnership with Theatre Royal Plymouth. You will bring significant professional experience and a desire to help to shape and lead our new Musical Theatre programme. You will be expected to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate theatre curriculum, which includes Drama, Acting and Musical Theatre degrees. In addition to significant professional experience in Musical Theatre and in line with the pioneering curriculum of our new School of Society and Culture, we are actively seeking candidates with professional and teaching expertise in one or more of these areas: digital, immersive and/or virtual production, performance for recorded media, applied practices and new writing. You will contribute to the department's vibrant research culture and group and will have a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage). You will need to demonstrate that you have excellent interpersonal skills and will work effectively both independently and as part of a team with colleagues, students, and internal, and external associates. The post requires: A first degree in drama, theatre and/or performance subject A PhD in drama, theatre and/or performance related subject Significant professional experience in Musical Theatre Distinct research specialism and a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage) Ability to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum Experience of academic administration responsibilities Excellent academic and pastoral support for students Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and to take initiative There is an essential requirement within this role that you will be required to travel to and work at different University sites and/or other business locations that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information. Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Ruth Way by email at **** by tele****. Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 13th March 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. Flexible working options including job share will be considered. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description Teaching Qualifications Recognition Policy
Region:
Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£36,386 to £42,144 per annum - Grade 7
Package:
Permanent, Full-time
Contractual hours:
37
Basis:
FR Permanent Fulltime All Year ]]>
that require skilled, creative and forward-thinking individuals capable of shaping the future. The School has created a learning environment that brings together social and political sciences, law, performing arts and humanities to empower students to personalise their journey, expand their thinking, realise their ambitions and pursue their passions. The School is home to researchers who demonstrate the crucial role the social sciences, law, humanities and performing arts play in all aspects of our lives and their importance in shaping the future. The School holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award demonstrating the University’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all.
We are looking to recruit an innovative and dynamic lecturer in Musical Theatre to work within our energetic theatre team, in partnership with Theatre Royal Plymouth. You will bring significant professional experience and a desire to help to shape and lead our new Musical Theatre programme.
You will be expected to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate theatre curriculum, which includes Drama, Acting and Musical Theatre degrees. In addition to significant professional experience in Musical Theatre and in line with the pioneering curriculum of our new School of Society and Culture, we are actively seeking candidates with professional and teaching expertise in one or more of these areas: digital, immersive and/or virtual production, performance for recorded media, applied practices and new writing.
You will contribute to the department's vibrant research culture and group and will have a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage). You will need to demonstrate that you have excellent interpersonal skills and will work effectively both independently and as part of a team with colleagues, students, and internal, and external associates.
The post requires:
A first degree in drama, theatre and/or performance subject
A PhD in drama, theatre and/or performance related subject
Significant professional experience in Musical Theatre
Distinct research specialism and a strong research track record (appropriate to career stage)
Ability to teach across the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum
Experience of academic administration responsibilities
Excellent academic and pastoral support for students
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team and to take initiative
There is an essential requirement within this role that you will be required to travel to and work at different University sites and/or other business locations that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Ruth Way by email at ****
by tele****.
Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 13
th
March 2023 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Flexible working options including job share will be considered.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .
Job Description
Teaching Qualifications Recognition Policy
A9361
£36,386 to £42,144 per annum - Grade 7
36386
36386
42155
Academic/Research
Mon, 6 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
Plymouth
Permanent, Full-time
37
FR Permanent Fulltime All Year
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

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