Assistant Professor in Drama (Teaching and Curriculum Leadership focus) (Fixed Term)

Job Description:

Assistant Professor in Drama (Teaching and Curriculum focus) (Fixed-term)

Do you have teaching specialisation in drama and performance? We are looking to appoint a full-time Assistant Professor in Drama in the School of English at the University of Nottingham. You would join us on a fixed-term teaching contract from 1 September 2026 to 31 May 2027.

You will be asked to contribute to a core first-year module, Drama, Theatre, Performance; to contribute and convene a second year-module, Twentieth-Century Plays; and to contribute to a final-year module, Changing Stages: Theatre Industry and Theatre Art. You might also be asked to contribute more widely to our teaching, tutoring and research activites in the School of English.

You will have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant area of drama and performance. You will be able to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience of teaching practical drama workshops is essential.

We recognise that what helps us succeed is the different ideas and experiences of colleagues across our School. We are welcoming, inspiring and supportive of everyone. We believe in diverse academic and research teams that will provide the best opportunities to be innovative and forward thinking. We are seeking applications from candidates whose background, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our School. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic scholars.

Mentoring towards further career progression will be offered throughout the period of the post.

Further information about our School and working here.

We are committed to a Strategic Delivery Plan for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, caring responsibilities, socio-economic background and any temporary impairment or other irrelevant distinction. Learn more about the University’s commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

We strongly endorse Athena SWAN principles. We have commitment at all levels of our organisation to address gender inequality. It is our mission to ensure equal opportunities, best working practices and fair policies for all.

Selection Process

Shortlisting is anonymous. We create the shortlist by scoring answers to questions that are based on the essential criteria listed in the person specification. If you are providing information about publications, please do not reveal the name of the author(s) and publication. Answers should be between 200 and 400 words (maximum) in length. CVs will be requested separately from all candidates shortlisted for interview.

Interviews will take place on Microsoft Teams. The interview includes a short teaching presentation to School of English staff.

Our Head of Drama and Creative Writing, Dr Chris Collins, will be happy to answer informal enquries: [email protected]

Applications sent to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)