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Limited-Term Appointment: Instructor in Costume Studies

The Fountain School of Performing Arts at Dalhousie University invites applications for one (1) full-time, one-year (12 months), limited-term Appointment in Costume Studies, at the rank of Instructor, commencing July 1, 2016.

The successful candidate will teach five (5) full credit classes or the equivalent including the following areas: historical and modern tailoring, historical and modern pattern design, cutting, and costume construction for Fountain School of Performing Arts main stage productions, and dancewear. There may be other related areas of teaching responsibility allocated from time to time, depending upon specific requirements. The successful candidate will also carry out necessary administration for the Costume Studies Programme.

Dalhousie University Costume Studies Programme is unique in North America and offers a four-year Honours BA in Theatre (Costume Studies). The Programme has a strong historical focus on both theatre and museum work, stressing both applied skills, and research and academic development.

Qualifications expected are a university degree, several years of experience as a professional tailor, and appropriate professional theatre wardrobe experience. Teaching experience at a post-secondary level considered an asset. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The deadline for applications is June 27, 2016.

Applications, which should include a complete curriculum vitae, a statement of artistic and teaching interests and philosophies, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three confidential letters of reference forwarded under separate cover by the referees, should be sent in hard copy by the application deadline to:

Dr. Jacqueline Warwick, Director
Fountain School of Performing Arts
#514 - 6101 University Avenue, Dalhousie Arts Centre
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.