Academic Positions in Drama & Theatre – Professor to Lecturer

About the role

University of Malawi is recruiting senior academic staff for its Drama and Theatre programmes. The vacancies cover the ranks of Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer and Lecturer. Candidates will join a vibrant department that offers undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research and community outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Teach, set and mark examinations for undergraduate and postgraduate drama and theatre courses.
• Design and implement practical productions and projects for both levels of study.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate practical projects and research theses.
• Mentor and tutor students, providing academic guidance and support.
• Develop and lead outreach programmes in collaboration with colleagues.
• Establish links with local and international industry partners for collaborations, research and exchange programmes.
• Mobilise resources for academic, scholarly and outreach activities within the department.
• Publish peer‑reviewed research to enhance personal and departmental reputation.
• Represent the department, school and university as an ambassador and participate in interdisciplinary research groups.

Required profile

• PhD or MA in English for Academic Purposes, Language and Academic Communication, or Language and Linguistics.
• Record of peer‑reviewed journal articles or book chapters and active professional or academic engagement in English for academic purposes.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, curriculum development and supervising research projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Ability to conceptualise and deliver practical productions, outreach programmes and industry collaborations.