Adjunct Faculty: Theater 2027

Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.

Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. Augsburg encourages BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds to apply.

The Department of Theater at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach undergraduate courses in 2027.

This search will establish a “pool” of instructors for potential openings in Spring 2027.

Spring 2027 Course Opening

- THR 271 Black Theater - 2 credit course Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2:20 PM - 3:20 PM What makes a performance a Black play? How does one take control of histories of oppression, problematic and nonexistent representations, hegemonic narratives, and linguistic forms to create a drama that speaks TO and FOR a community? How does one perform Blackness? And who gets to be counted as “black,” anyway? These questions are at the heart of this course, and will come up each week as we grapple with new plays, historical periods, and critical voices. The class offers students an introduction to the history of African American theatre, from the nineteenth century to the modern day, with a focus on how playwrights have evolved the dramatic form and claimed control of their identities to speak to Black lives, cultures, and histories.

Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day, 2-3 days per week. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A course syllabus with calendar, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided. Most classes are taught in-person on our Minneapolis campus. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks.

The successful candidate will possess both a high level of intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation.

The collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284 , covers adjunct teaching at Augsburg University.

Compensation & Benefits

*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in and work from Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction also applies to online courses.

Requirements

Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.; Bachelor's degree in theater or professional equivalence.

Nice to have

Teaching experience in theater at the college level.

Benefits

$6,100 to $6,475 per undergraduate course* for the 2026-27 academic year; 2-credit course pay at $3,050-$3,287.50; Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match; Tuition discount for employees and dependents; Transit pass discount; Not eligible for healthcare benefits