new DRAMA position at University of Queensland

Sun Jul 6 20:59:45 EDT 2008

The Drama Program at The University of Queensland is currently searching
for a new member of staff. If you are interested, please consult the two
attachments.

This position is ideal for an early-career academic or a recently
completed PhD graduate. It is full-time and continuing (that is,
tenure-track). The University of Queensland is in Brisbane, Australia. 

The program teaches a broad-based suite of theatre history courses. The
focus is on theatre through time and space, as well as dramaturgy. While
we are not an actor-training program, we do have performance courses
(where students spend a semester mounting a full-scale, public
performance) at advanced levels. All of our tutorials take place in a
theatre, so classes are performance-focused. We seek a dynamic teacher
(with teaching experience), but we recognise that many applicants will
not have experience with the kind of teaching that we do. Australian
universities teach Drama in workshop mode, in order to help students
learn from seeing scenes in action, or, for instance, from performing
for their peers the same scene in two different ways. We are happy to
consider the applications of people who do not have such experience but
who would be willing to learn workshop-mode teaching.

The University of Queensland is one of the top universities in
Australia, with a strong research record and a commitment to quality
teaching. In the London Times Higher Education world rankings in 2007,
UQ achieved 45th place for the study of arts and humanities. We thus
seek someone with a good research track record (at the minimum, several
articles already accepted in quality journals), and who shows the
promise of a robust, continuing research program. We have deliberately
not specified research expertise in a particular research area. 

Experience with supervising research higher degree students would be an
advantage. Directing or dramaturgical experience could also be an
advantage. The Drama program is housed in the School of English, Media
Studies, and Art History. The School's website is: www.emsah.uq.edu.au
<http://www.emsah.uq.edu.au/> . 

Brisbane is Australia's third largest city, located on the east coast.
The theatre scene in Brisbane is increasingly lively, with a state
professional company, another professional company committed to new and
Australian work and a number of smaller part-professional ensembles as
well as a cultural centre hosting major national and international work
in theatre, opera, and dance.

We are looking for someone to begin work in 2009 as possible (semesters
in Australia begin late February and late July). We would also hope for
a commitment to living in Australia for several years at least. 

Interested parties may get in touch with the Head of School, Professor
Tom O'Regan, as directed in the documents below, or with me at 
j.tompkins at uq.edu.au, or by consulting the UQ website: 
http://www.uq.edu.au/jobs/2008documents/arts/1076588.doc.

Applications for positions in Australia require a document that
thoroughly addresses the selection criteria. Please be sure to include
names and email/telephone contact details of referees.

Closing date: 25 July 2008.

Thanks, Joanne

Professor Joanne Tompkins

School of English, Media Studies, and Art History

University of Queensland

Q 4072  AUSTRALIA
Phone: Int'l + 617 + 3365-1435
Fax:      Int'l + 617 + 3365-2799
email:    j.tompkins at uq.edu.au

Website: www.emsah.uq.edu.au

CRICOS Provider No: 00025B

 POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Lecturer in Drama

Organisation Unit:

School of English, Media Studies and Art History

Reference Number:

1076588

Type of Employment:

Continuing full-time employment

Classification:

Academic Level B

Remuneration:

The salary package consists of:

Base salary range from $68,239.40 to $81,034.07 per annum, plus employer
superannuation of 17% of salary.

For staff entitled to 17% employer contributions, UniSuper does not
mandate a level of member contribution to superannuation.  However, in
order to receive the full standard range of benefits under UniSuper, the
member must pay 7% contribution from their salary (or a salary sacrifice
equivalent contribution of 8.25%).  It will be assumed that a 7% member
contribution will apply unless the member formally notifies UniSuper of
a decision of pay a lesser member contribution (or no member
contribution).

Other options for salary sacrifice include a motor vehicle, laptop
computer, campus car parking and "in-house" benefits.

Closing Date:

25 July 2008

Further Information:

Professor Tom O'Regan, telephone (07) 3365 3327 or e-mail: 
t.oregan at uq.edu.au

Background

The School of English, Media Studies and Art History is a large
research-intensive unit with 36 full-time academic staff and an
international reputation for outstanding research in Drama Studies, Art
History, Australian Studies, Communication, Media and Cultural Studies,
Museum Studies, Creative and Professional Writing, Linguistics, Literary
Studies and Women's Studies. 

The School offers a Major and Double Major in Drama, an Honours program
in Drama, and higher degrees by research and by performance as research.
The Drama program teaches the nation's most comprehensive suite of
courses, from the 'classics to the present.' The undergraduate Drama
program teaches textual interpretation and theatre history through
collaborative studio work and through productions.  The undergraduate
program focuses on theatre and dramaturgy through time and space, with
the following specialisations: Australian, indigenous and postcolonial
drama, modernist and contemporary theatre and performance, and forms and
issues in European drama from the Renaissance (including Shakespeare,
Gothic, and carnival). The Drama Honours program teaches the research
skills of historiographical analysis, in addition to guided individual
research projects. There is a strong postgraduate research program. The
program's graduates find positions in the theatre industry, secondary
teaching, and the academy, among many other options. The School hosted
the 2006 World Shakespeare Congress, and the professional University
company-in-residence the Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble is based in the
School.  The Fryer Library contains extensive primary resources in
Australian theatre and drama and is one of Australia's major research
facilities in this area.

Members of the Drama area of the School have demonstrated international
reputations for their scholarship and publications in the areas of
theatre and spatiality; nineteenth-century Australian theatre history,
contemporary postcolonial and Australian theatre and performance;
Shakespeare performance and Renaissance culture. Other on-going projects
involve popular performance, textual scholarship, actor training, the
use of the human voice and language in theatrical performance, and
script-writing.  Its Adjunct Professors are the actor-writer Bille Brown
and the director-writer Sue Rider. The advertising of this position
represents another phase in the program's exciting renewal.

Further details of the research interests of academic staff may be
accessed on the school's web site at http://www.emsah.uq.edu.au.

DUTY STATEMENT

Primary Purpose of Position

To teach and research in the Drama area, within the School of English,
Media Studies, and Art History. To engage in undergraduate and
postgraduate teaching, postgraduate supervision, and further development
of the School's graduate programs, as well as performing research,
administrative and other activities associated with the School.

Duties

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the
following: 

Teaching and Learning

*         Teach undergraduate courses in the Drama program (Major and
Double Major) by means of workshop teaching and training in dramaturgy
(including dramaturgical research and practice), and in other programs
as required.

*         Initiate, develop and deliver course material.

*         Convene courses.

*         Assist in convening programme. 

*         Undertake the University's Graduate Certificate in Education
in the first year of appointment, in the case of recent or limited
teaching experience or appropriate formal credentials. 

*         Teach and supervise at honours and postgraduate level.

*         Assist in developing the undergraduate curriculum in line with
recent reviews of the drama area and the Bachelor of Arts at UQ. Assist
in developing postgraduate programs, including the proposed Masters in
Shakespeare and Classic Texts. 

*         Where appropriate, teach courses in flexible delivery mode.

*         Consult with students.

*         Provide support for other positions during absences.

Research

*         Bring a strong, innovative research record, and continue to
develop that research program.

*         Conduct quality research that is published in top ranking
scholarly books and journals.

*         Conduct research that can be measured in terms of significant
impact.  

*         Work with colleagues and postgraduates in the development of
joint research projects.

Community Service

*         Foster the School's relations with industry, government
departments, professional bodies and the wider community.

Administration

*         Contribute to the processes that enable the academic team to
manage the work of the School, including participate in School
decision-making and serve on School committees.

*         Demonstrate leadership in theatre studies area.

*         Take on administrative roles in the school/faculty.

*         Comply with the University's Code of Conduct (see the
University's web site at http://www.uq.edu.au/staff/employment/).

Occupational Health and Safety:

*         Comply with requirements of Queensland occupational health and
safety (OH&S) legislation and related OH&S responsibilities and
procedures developed by the University or School. 

Reporting Relationships

The position reports to the Head of School.  

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications

Essential

*         PhD in an area of Drama, Performance Studies, Dramatic
literature, etc, or comparable relevant field.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

*         Demonstrated expert knowledge in the broad historical
development of dramatic literature, theatre history and performance
theory.

*         A publication profile demonstrating research excellence in one
or more areas of theatre research and scholarship.

*         An ability to establish effective collaborative relationships
and to represent and promote Drama at a university and wider community
level, including industry, government and professional bodies.

Desirable

*         Developed industry liaisons and professional contacts.

*         Practical teaching and convening skills at undergraduate
level.

Experience

Essential

*         Evidence of a contribution to research in the field.

Desirable

*         Evidence of attracting external grants.

*         Experience in successful postgraduate supervision.

*         Experience in liaising and collaborating with external
agencies to develop co-operative research initiatives.

*         Evidence of ability to contribute to the administration of the
drama area and the school as a whole.

Personal Qualities

Essential

*         Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Seminar

Applicants invited for interview will be expected to present a seminar
in conjunction with the selection interview process.

APPLICATION

Applications must consist of the following:

1.      Covering Letter.  The covering letter should include the vacancy
reference number, your contact address and telephone number.  It is an
opportunity in not more than one page to introduce yourself and
highlight the key reasons you should be considered for the role. 

2.      Resume or Curriculum Vitae.  A resume is a brief history of your
employment and experience that covers the following areas:

*        Educational qualifications and professional affiliations that
detail the full title of the qualification, the year awarded and the
title of the institution attended;

*        Employment history in chronological order, starting with
current position and specifying dates of employment, title of each
position, name of employer, main duties or accountabilities and
achievements; and

*        The names and contact details (address, telephone, fax and
e-mail) of three referees, including if possible a senior person
(preferably your supervisor or the head of your organisational unit)
closely associated with your current work.

3.      Selection Criteria.  A statement addressing how each of the
selection criteria have been met is required to assist the Selection
Committee determine whether you have the relevant qualifications,
knowledge/skills, experience and personal qualities.

An academic curriculum vitae should include research fields and current
interests, publications (full list as attachment with three most
significant marked with an asterisk), research grants awarded and , if
applicable, details of teaching evaluation.

Applications are to be sent to:

Human Resource Officer

Faculty of Arts

The University of Queensland

Brisbane QLD 4072

Or email: applications.arts at uq.edu.au

Please note:

*        Applications should be typed;

*        Do not send applications that are bound or enclosed in plastic
or manilla folders;

*        Simply staple the application at the top left hand corner; and

*        Retain a copy for your reference because the University does
not return copies to applicants.

SELECTION PROCESS

A Selection Committee will consider all applications and shortlist
candidates for interview who appear to meet the selection criteria at
the highest levels.  They will be invited to attend an interview and the
remaining unsuccessful applicants will be notified accordingly.

An invitation to attend an interview provides an opportunity to provide
further information to the Selection Committee to substantiate your
claims against the selection criteria or demonstrate your capabilities.
Please note that for some positions interviews may be conducted by
teleconference in the first instance.

The Selection Committee will subsequently seek referee reports, if not
sought prior to interview, before making a decision to make an offer of
appointment to the preferred candidate.  The purpose of referee checks
is to obtain, in confidence, factual information about your past work
history, as well as opinions regarding the quality of your work,
behaviour in the work place and suitability for the position.  Referee
reports may be sought orally, or for academic staff, in writing by post
or e-mail.  

Referees should normally include current supervisors or and/or managers.
A referee must be able to comment on your work experience, skills and
performance with respect to the selection criteria.  Referee checks
conducted after the interview process can sometimes delay notification
of the successful candidate and other interviewees.

If you are the preferred candidate, you will receive a written offer of
appointment to the position.  Do not take any action, such as resigning
from your current position, before you receive a written offer of
appointment.

The University of Queensland is an equal opportunity employer.

Smoking is prohibited in all University buildings.

20011019

Faculty of  Arts

Lecturer in Drama

SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, MEDIA STUDIES AND ART HISTORY, UQ - St Lucia

Excellent Opportunity for experienced academic to work in a stimulating
and challenging team environment

The School of English, Media Studies and Art History is looking to make
a new appointment as part of a renewed focus on the Drama area. You will
contribute to existing research strengths and help establish new
directions within the School.  

The Drama area in the School of EMSAH has produced
internationally-recognised, quality research. The undergraduate program
focuses on theatre and dramaturgy through time and space, with the
following specialisations: Australian, indigenous and postcolonial
drama, modernist and contemporary theatre and performance, and forms and
issues in European drama from the Renaissance. 

The Role:  In the role of Lecturer in Drama, you will be expected to
teach, undertake research, supervise research students and carry out
administrative duties within the School. 

The Person:  You should possess a PhD in an appropriate area and
detailed knowledge of one of more areas of theatrical research. You
should be able to show evidence of successful teaching, administration,
research and publication in the area.  

Remuneration:  This is a continuing, full-time appointment at Academic
Level B. The base salary ranges from $68,239.40 to $81,034.07 per annum,
plus employer superannuation contributions of 17%.  

Contact:  Obtain the position description and selection criteria 
http://www.uq.edu.au/jobs/2008documents/arts/1076588.doc
<http://www.uq.edu.au/jobs/2008documents/arts/1076588.doc>  or contact
Dean Griffiths on (+617) 3365 4921 or email d.griffiths1 at uq.edu.au
<mailto:l.chen2 at uq.edu.au> .  Telephone the Head of School, Professor
Tom O'Regan, (+617) 3365 3327 or e-mail t.oregan at uq.edu.au to discuss
the role. 

Send applications to the Human Resources Officer, Faculty of Arts, The
University of Queensland, St Lucia, Qld  4072, or email 
applications.arts at uq.edu.au.

Closing date for applications: 25 July 2008

Reference Number: 1076588 

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