Clinical Assistant Professor, Art History – School of Art

Native American and Indigenous Studies Association; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative academic institution is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor in Art History with a focus on Native American and Indigenous Art. This full-time position offers the opportunity to teach diverse courses, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum development. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD or be ABD, showcasing excellence in teaching and a commitment to professional development. Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering creativity and collaboration in art education, where your contributions will shape the future of students and the discipline. Apply now to be part of this dynamic environment starting August 2025.

Qualifications

• PhD in Art History or related field required, ABD accepted.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with higher education experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach at least three courses each semester, both online and in-person.
• Engage in curriculum development and student mentorship.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Curriculum Development

Student Mentorship

Innovative Pedagogy

Education

PhD in Art History or Related Field

ABD Accepted

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor, Art History – School of Art

Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University

Description

The School of Art in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks a full-time (1.0 FTE) 9-month (academic year) Clinical Assistant Professor in Art History with an emphasis on Native American and Indigenous Art of any time period, beginning August 2025. The position responsibilities include teaching at least three courses each semester, undergraduate and/or graduate, online and in-person. Teaching will be on the Tempe and Phoenix campuses, along with curriculum development, student mentorship, and service.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in art history or related field, ABD accepted.
• Demonstrated evidence of participation in professional activities relative to the expectations of the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with experience in higher education.

Desired Qualifications:

• A secondary area of expertise that may include Museum Administration, Education, or Technology; Museum/Curatorial Practices.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in-person and online upper and lower division undergraduate courses using innovative pedagogy.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with peers, colleagues, and professionals in academic settings.
• Evidence of sustained student mentorship activity.

Instructions to Apply:

Please submit the following materials as separate items:

• Letter of interest addressing the position description and required qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Examples of scholarship (limit to 2).
• Names and contact information for three references.
• Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.

All applications must be submitted electronically via apply.interfolio.com/164636.

Application Deadline:

The application deadline is May 1, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses and certifications.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.