Assistant Professor of Art History

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesleyan University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art History specializing in pre-modern Islamic art, with a focus on periods before 1800. The candidate will teach on campus, advise students, and develop an active research program.

Priority to scholars of South/Central/West Asian art; strong publishing record expected for promotion. The appointment begins July 1, 2027, with a 2/2 teaching load and responsibilities in governance, scholarship, and professional

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Art History or a related field must be in hand by the time of appointment; may be hired as Instructor if not yet completed, but must be by within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and publication in art history, including work on pre‑modern Islamic art before 1800.
• Experience teaching at the university level and commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 2/2 on-campus load in Art History.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students and contribute to student evaluations and outcomes.
• Develop and carry out an active research program with a strong publication record.
• Participate in faculty governance and service at department and university levels.

Skills

Teaching experience

Scholarly publications

Knowledge of pre-modern Islamic art

Education

Ph.D. in Art History or related field

Job description

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

Position Overview

Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Art History, beginning July 1, 2027. We seek a historian of pre‑modern Islamic Art, working on periods before 1800. Specialists in any subfield or geographic region are welcome; special consideration will be given to scholars of South, Central, and/or West Asian art. Candidates from the fields of art and architectural history and archaeology are welcome to apply.

The teaching load is 2/2 on campus. Additional duties include advising and mentoring students, carrying out a program of research, and participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level. Wesleyan values scholarship and teaching, offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits. Successful candidates will join a distinguished Art History Program that shares the university’s commitment to teaching and research. A robust scholarly practice is expected and a strong publishing record during the first years will be required for promotion.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Art History or a related field in hand by the time of appointment. A successful candidate may be hired as an Instructor if the Ph.D. is not yet completed, but the Ph.D. must be completed within one year of hire.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of current research
• Writing sample (dissertation chapter or published article)
• Documentation of teaching interests and/or experience, including teaching statement and course syllabi, and student evaluations if available

In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college’s commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Applicants will also provide contact information for three referees from whom confidential letters of recommendation will be obtained.

Applications completed by December 1, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Work location: On campus.
All offers to external applicants are contingent on completion of a pre‑employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Contact: Song Keng Teoh, Administrative Assistant, Art History, [e-mail], 860-685-2682.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non‑position‑related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non‑discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator. Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.

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