Part-Time Lecturer in Writing for Performance

Position Title
Part-time Lecturer in Writing for Performance

Location
Chicago, IL

Position Type
OAA - Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

Position URL
apply.interfolio.com/177319

Position Description
The Committee on Theater and Performance Studies (TAPS) at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as part-time Lecturer in Writing for Performance to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary program. The selected candidate will collaborate with TAPS faculty and will be a highly effective teacher at the undergraduate level of one or multiple areas of writing for performance—considered broadly to include playwriting, film and television writing, and other writing for performance. The teaching load will be four to five courses per year over three quarters, including introductory courses and more specialized offerings. Up to one course may be replaced by limited advising, arts administration, and/or committee service responsibilities.

The expected start date is September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Please note that candidates should be available to teach in-person from the start of the fall quarter through the end of the spring quarter each year. The initial appointment is for two years, renewable for longer terms contingent upon continued curricular need and following successful review.

Salary Range or Pay Grade:
Lecturer 2: For the 2026-27 academic year, the salary is $40,357 for 4 courses per year, or $49,325 for 5 courses per year. This base pay is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses. Annual salary increases are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent; an MFA is desirable but not required. Applicants must have prior professional theater or performance experience and prior experience teaching writing for performance at the college or university level.

Application Instructions
Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago’s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/177319 by 10:59 PM Central Time/11:59 PM Eastern Time on December 8, 2025:

• Current CV
• Cover letter discussing professional experience, previous teaching experience, approaches to pedagogy, and interest in the position
• A sample syllabus from past teaching
• A representative creative portfolio or link to a website with details about professional experience
• A short writing sample (maximum 20 pages)
• Contact information for three references
  

Applicants may be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Vicki Walden at vwalden@uchicago.edu.

The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union. This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.