Public History, Visiting Professor (Open Rank)

New York University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a visiting professor in Public History for an appointment term of up to three years starting in the Academic Year 2025-2026. The successful candidate will develop a curriculum and teach courses, focusing on global public history practices. An active research agenda and experience in applied settings such as museums or public agencies are highly desired.

Benefits

Relocation allowances

Educational assistance for dependents

Health and wellness services

Support for dual-career families

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching with teaching experience.
• Active research agenda and graduate public history training.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a Public History curriculum.
• Teach and develop courses in public history focusing on theory and practice.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in History, Public History, or related fields

Job description

New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a visiting professor (Open Rank) position in Public History with an appointment term of up to three years beginning in the Academic Year 2025-2026. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a Public History curriculum within the History Program and the Arts and Humanities Division, collaborating with community and public history stakeholders both within and beyond the university. Responsibilities include teaching and developing courses in public history, focusing on the theory and practice of the field. Preference will be given to candidates engaged in aspects of public history at the global level.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities worldwide, making it the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region.

NYU Abu Dhabi offers a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across disciplines, along with a global center for research and scholarship. The university aims to prepare students in sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an interconnected world and to promote cooperation on shared human challenges.

Students at NYU Abu Dhabi come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. The campus, along with NYU's global network including campuses in New York and Shanghai, provides diverse learning environments and cultural immersion opportunities.

Our Commitment

NYUAD is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging, and equity (IDBE), which is central to our mission. More information on our IDBE initiatives can be found on our website.

Student Body and Growth

Our students are among the world's best—bright, passionate, and committed to a respectful and understanding campus environment. The undergraduate body has achieved notable success in scholarships, graduate admissions, and honors. Graduate education is expanding, with over 100 students currently enrolled and plans for further growth through new doctoral programs.

Working at NYUAD

We recognize Abu Dhabi as more than just a workplace; it is your home. We offer comprehensive benefits, including relocation allowances, educational assistance for dependents, health and wellness services, and support for dual-career families. Our goal is to support faculty and staff throughout their careers, fostering ambitious research and innovative teaching. For more details, please visit our website.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in History, Public History, or related fields by August 1, 2025.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, with teaching experience.
• Active research agenda and graduate public history training.
• Effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in applied public history settings such as museums, arts, historical societies, archives, or public agencies.
• Interest in technology and AI applications in public history.