Chair in Theatre and Performance Histories (in conjunction with the Th

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UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Posted
21 Nov 2016
Closes
02 Dec 2016
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Chair in Theatre and Performance Histories (in conjunction with the Theatre Collection)

Job number: ACAD102313

Division/School: Faculty of Arts

Contract type: Open ended contract staff

Working pattern: Full time

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits

Location: Bristol, UK

The University of Bristol seeks to appoint an exceptional scholar with an outstanding track record in research, teaching and academic leadership to a new Chair in Theatre and Performance Histories with effect from 1 September 2017, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The successful candidate will support and contribute to the work of an established group of internationally recognized scholars in Theatre and Performance, providing energetic leadership as Head of Subject Unit (for a fixed period of 3 years, to commence on appointment). They will be expected to build further upon our local and national partnerships, work closely with national and international research networks and develop academic funding opportunities.

The Department of Theatre works closely with the world-leading University of Bristol Theatre Collection (), using its exceptional holdings intensively for research, teaching and outreach activities. Working alongside the Theatre Collection Director and Faculty research leaders, the successful candidate will dedicate 20% of their time to further develop innovative ways in which the Collection can be integrated into academic research, progress Collection-based postgraduate provision, and ensure impactful dissemination of its rich holdings.

The University invites applicants from scholars whose expertise lies in the broad field of Theatre and Performance Histories, but on this occasion would particularly welcome applications from candidates with specialisms in mid/late Eighteenth- or Twentieth-century British Theatre and Performance Histories.

For more information on the Department of Theatre, see

The selection process is provisionally scheduled to take place on a date to be agreed during March 2017.

The University of Bristol is committed to equality and we value the diversity of our staff and students.

To apply please visit our website via the button below, enter the vacancy number into the job search and follow the link to the online application process.

Please note: the closing date for applications has been extended and is now confirmed as 11.59pm on Sunday 8th January 2017.