The Drama Department invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Requirements

Lecturer

• A completed MA or PhD in Theatre and Performance Studies with an emphasis on Physical Theatre and Choreography.
  • For candidates with an MA: Candidates will be expected to either complete or make reasonable progress in line with the targets and timeframes agreed with the HoD during their probation period, should they be appointed.

• Some teaching experience and/or teaching facilitation is required. The incumbent should be acquainted with online/blended teaching, testing, and marking, or be willing to acquire these skills immediately upon starting the job through workshop attendance or other developmental opportunities.
• A professional artist portfolio demonstrating a minimum of three years’ experience.
• An ability to teach in the following disciplinary areas: Physical Theatre, Choreography, Theatre making and Theory of Theatre and Performance Studies.
• An ability to supervise postgraduate students is required.
• Some evidence and experience in conducting research.
• Some record of administration, management and/or leadership roles (leadership roles may be informal).

Senior Lecturer

• A PhD in Theatre and Performance Studies, with an emphasis on Physical Theatre and Choreography.
  • Candidates who hold an MA in Theatre and Performance Studies, with an emphasis on Physical Theatre and Choreography, and who are actively progressing towards completion of a PhD will also be considered. As a guide, candidates should be within 12 months of their intended PhD submission.
  • Plus 7–10 years of teaching experience.

• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels is required. The incumbent should be acquainted with online/blended teaching, testing, and marking, or be willing to acquire these skills immediately upon starting the job through workshop attendance or other developmental opportunities.
• A professional artist portfolio demonstrating a minimum of five years’ experience.
• Experience in teaching in the following disciplinary areas: Physical Theatre, Choreography, Theatre making and Theory of Theatre and Performance Studies.
• Research supervision experience of at least a Master’s degree is required.
• Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible record of accredited, peer-reviewed publications or a record of impactful productions.
• Track record of administration, management and/or leadership roles.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A professional artist portfolio.
• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A clear and concise motivation outlining your interest in the position and your suitability in relation to the job requirements. Please attach a separate document containing your motivation letter under the additional document section of the application process.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system.  Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process:

• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum:

Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                        R   667,972.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):           R   872,722.00

Senior Lecturer

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:                        R   826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately):           R1,069,564.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview.  Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 26 October 2026

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.