Assistant Professor - Ancient or Pre-Modern Art History - (FAC002699)

The Art History Program at the University of Houston School of Art invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Ancient or Pre-Modern art beginning in August 2023. Scholars whose research engages the geographies and cultures of East Asia, Africa, and/or the Middle East as well as issues of cultural heritage, conservation, and/or museology are particularly welcome to apply. The teaching load is 2/2 with the expectation of a high level of research activity.

We seek scholars with a genuine commitment to globalizing the field of art history and equipping underrepresented students for professional success in the arts, and whose research focus does not duplicate that of existing faculty. The chosen applicant will be asked to develop a range of undergraduate and graduate courses directed primarily at art history and studio art majors including the Art History I (Prehistoric to 14th c.) Core course, serve on MA and MFA thesis committees, participate actively in the life of the School of Art and the University, and help grow our established MA in Art History program. The candidate will be welcomed into a large and diverse university community that encourages academic rigor, creative pedagogy, interdisciplinary dialogue, and community engagement.

The McGovern College is the culturally rich and innovative home of the visual and performing arts at the University of Houston, one of the most diverse R1 institutions in the nation and situated in the thriving, diverse, and dynamic arts metropolis that is the twenty‐first century city of Houston. Therefore, the successful candidate for this position will excel at teaching and mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, accessibility needs, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion.

Applicants for the position are expected to exhibit the following core values and competencies:

• Passion, energy and tenacity
• Integrity and collegiality, especially with regard to diversity
• An ability to attract resources, including grants or other external sources of support, that advance the school’s mission
• An aptitude for building dynamic degree programs and recruiting top tier students
• An ability to find creative solutions to difficult problems

School of Art faculty are also committed to:

• Excellence in the arts, arts education, and arts scholarship
• Fostering student growth and success
• Collaboration with others, both within and across disciplines

Duties and Expectations

• Teach a standard 2/2 course load, including Art History I and other undergraduate and graduate courses that contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs in Art History and the School of Art
• Maintain an active research profile, sufficient to warrant promotion and tenure in due course
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Recruit graduate students in your area of expertise
• Participate in the school, college, and university service and committee activities

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Statement of current and future research plans
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Writing sample
• Contact information for three professional references

The preferential deadline is January 6, 2023, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Qualifications :

Ph.D. in Art History or closely related field

Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of final candidate. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check