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[Gisela O'Brien]

The Department of Theatre at Dalhousie University invites applications for
a ten-month limited-term appointment in Acting, at the rank of Lecturer or
Assistant Professor, commencing August 1, 2005. The responsibilities of
this position include teaching the equivalent of four full classes in
Acting and Theatre Studies, including the first-year Introduction to
Theatre class. The position may involve directing one DalTheatre
production. In addition to this, the successful candidate will be expected
to participate in the administration of the Acting Program along with the
other three Acting faculty members. The qualifications required for this
position include: 1) MFA or equivalent; 2) a minimum of five years of
active professional experience as an actor, director, and/or acting
teacher; 3) ability in the following areas: classical text interpretation,
scene study, audition technique, and dramatic literature. Experience with
teaching academic writing considered an asset. Applications, which should
include a complete curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, should
be sent to the Chair, Department of Theatre, Dalhousie University, Halifax,
Nova Scotia, B3H 3J5, by May 31, 2005. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be
given priority. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative
Action employer.  The University encourages applications from qualified
Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and
women. This position is subject to budgetary approval.