These searches for an Assistant Professor and a Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow are concurrent and related postings. The University of Chicago encourages all applicants to submit applications for both postings so that all available options may be considered for the selected candidate.
Assistant Professor
The Department of Art History at the University of Chicago invites applications for an appointment at the rank of assistant professor with an expected start date of July 1, 2022, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The Department seeks applicants with innovative approaches to scholarship in art history, visual media or studies, and/or the built environment, an ambitious research agenda, and a commitment to developing pedagogical techniques for teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Scholars working in any pre-modern (before ca. 1850) period and any geographic area, with any theoretical or methodological focus are invited to apply. The position includes a normal teaching load of four courses per year, as well as commensurate advising and service responsibilities.
Qualifications
All requirements for the PhD in Art History or a related field must be completed by the start of the appointment.
Application Instructions
The following applications materials must be submitted to the posting at http://apply.interfolio.com/91489 no later than 11:59pm eastern time on October 14, 2021:
- Cover letter introducing research, teaching interests, long-term career goals, and detailing progress toward completion of PhD if not in hand
- Dissertation abstract (2-page maximum)
- Current CV
- One article-length text or dissertation chapter
Additional materials and reference letters may be requested following initial review of applications.
Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow
The Department of Art History at the University of Chicago invites applications for a Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow with an expected start date of July 1, 2022, or as soon as possible thereafter. The selected candidate would be appointed for a term of two years at the rank of Instructor. Following a successful review in the second year, the candidate would be promoted to a first term as Assistant Professor. This position is intended to lead into appointment as Assistant Professor.
The Department seeks applicants with innovative approaches to scholarship in art history, visual media or studies, and/or the built environment, an ambitious research agenda, and a commitment to developing pedagogical techniques for teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Scholars working in any pre-modern (before ca. 1850) period and any geographic area, with any theoretical or methodological focus are invited to apply. The position is intended to provide substantial time for the selected candidate to advance their scholarship. It thus includes a teaching load of one course per year, with minimal advising and service responsibilities.
Qualifications
All requirements for the PhD in Art History or a related field must be completed by the start of the appointment.
Application Instructions
The following applications materials must be submitted to the posting at http://apply.interfolio.com/91491:
- Cover letter introducing research, teaching interests, long-term career goals, and detailing progress toward completion of PhD if not in hand
- Dissertation abstract (2-page maximum)
- Current CV
- One article-length text or dissertation chapter
Review will begin on October 15, 2021 an will continue until the position is filled or the posting is closed. Additional materials and reference letters may be requested following initial review of applications.
For more information about the Department of Art History, please visit arthistory.uchicago.edu. Please contact arthistory@uchicago.edu with any questions about the position.
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