About the role
Kenyon College invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Drama in the Department of Dance, Drama, and Film beginning July 1, 2027. This endowed position carries the title of James E. Michael Playwright-in-Residence. Duties of this position involve teaching five undergraduate courses per year. Teaching responsibilities include Introduction to Theater, Playwriting, Screenwriting and Television Writing, and a dramatic literature course based on the candidate’s expertise, interests and program needs, as well as mentoring senior projects. Additional expertise in directing is desired, but not a requirement. An MFA or equivalent professional experience is required.
All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website at http://carreers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will include 1) a cover letter that includes an articulation of the applicant's teaching philosophy, including experience with and plans for teaching diverse student populations; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) an unofficial graduate transcript; 4) a sample portfolio with representative work; and 5) contact information for three professional references. Additional materials such as letters of reference may be requested from candidates at a later date. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Completed applications received by the deadline will be given priority. Please direct questions to Anton Dudley at Dudley1@kenyon.edu.
Review of applications will begin December 15th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the January 17th, 2027 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Kenyon College is a nationally prominent, private liberal arts college where academic excellence goes hand in hand with a strong sense of community and close relationships among students and professors.
Compensation and Benefits
Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and are commensurate with experience. There are a number of faculty development opportunities (e.g. travel, research funds, etc.) for which appointees are eligible.
In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.
We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Faculty Handbook.
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Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to an inclusive environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.