EMERGING ARTIST IN RESIDENCE 2026 - Performing Artists
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, Altoona | |
 Feb 04, 2026 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Penn State Performing Arts program invites applications for its Fall 2026 Emerging Artist in Residence in the Performing Arts. Of particular interest are Theatre Design (lighting or costume); dance (to teach any of the following modern, tap, hip hop). The residency offers opportunities to teach, design, choreograph and mentor students as well as work with the various productions of the semester. Duties include teaching one introductory theatre course during the Fall 2026 semester (August 24, 2026 - December 18, 2026); work with Fall productions and serve as a resource to performing arts students. The Emerging Artist we seek will present a strong record of design or choreography for a variety of productions and selection will be based on the quality of the work submitted, as determined by the selection committee. A Master's degree in Dance or Theatre Design (Lighting or Costume) or a related field, earned within the past five years (2021 or later), is required. University-level teaching experience is preferred. This position offers compensation of $15,000 total. Optional campus-adjacent shared living space is available, but candidates may also choose to secure their own temporary housing. To apply, applicants must complete the online employment application via https://hr.psu.edu/careers. Please include:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our web page at http://www.altoona.psu.edu/. Questions about the Emerging Arts in Residence program may be directed to Professor KT Huckabee at kth2@psu.edu BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |