Department: Theatre Arts
FTE: 0.40
Terms: Winter, Spring
Academic Year: 2024-25

Duties:

The Department of Theatre Arts is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Employee position at .40 FTE for Academic year 2024/25. Although tasks will vary, the successful candidate should be able to assist with costume construction, supervise undergraduate students in a costume construction setting, and teach students how to sew during lab hours, under the direction of the Costume Shop Manager.

Graduate students pursuing any master’s or doctoral degree in the College of Arts and Sciences may apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. A background in theatre, preferably with stage costumes
2. Experience collaborating
3. Ability to read and follow construction directions
4. Cross-cultural sensitivity
5. Ability to work independently

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience in hand and machine sewing
2. Ability to teach small groups of students in sewing techniques
3. Dedication to meeting deadlines.
4. Punctuality and Reliability
5. Professionalism
6. Efficiency and accuracy in cutting fabrics and sewing garments.
7. Availability to work from 2-6pm on two or more weekday afternoons each week. There will be some Saturdays and evenings for an average of 17.5 hours per week.

Application Procedure:

Please email the following application materials:
• A statement by the candidate outlining interests and qualifications;
• If available, teaching evaluations from any previously taught courses;
• A resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Application Email: jdejong@uoregon.edu

Deadline Date: Tuesday, 12-03-24

Open Until Filled: No
Open Until Filled, Review Begins On: Wednesday, 12-04-24

Contact Information:
Jeanette deJong - jdejong@uoregon.edu 
Heather Bair - hbair@uoregon.edu

1231 University of Oregon
Costume Shop - 123 Miller Theatre Complex, Eugene, Oregon 97403