Assistant Professor - Theatrical Design

University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

Posted: 23 July 2026 - Berkeley, United States of America

About this opening

The Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies at UC Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in theatrical design. The successful candidate will engage in creative research, teach design courses, and mentor students. Responsibilities include designing for departmental performances and contributing to departmental activities. Candidates should have a BA or BFA and a minimum of one year of professional design experience. Preference will be given to those with an MFA or MA and college teaching experience. The position starts on July 1, 2027, with an application deadline of September 30, 2026.

Position details

  • Role area: assistant professor
  • Employment type: full time
  • Research field: Theater
  • Research topic: theatrical design
  • Start date: 1 July 2027