ACASA

Arts Council of the African Studies Association

Assistant Professor – Black Visual Culture

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Date Posted: 07/14/2025
Closing Date: 09/30/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 44059
Job Category: Faculty – Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga
Department: University of Toronto Mississauga: Visual Studies
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

The Department of Visual Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a full-time tenure stream appointment in Black Visual Culture. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Visual Culture, Art History, Black Studies or Africana Studies, Cinema and Media Studies, or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by the quality of the writing sample, the submitted research statement, a record of publications in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals and books, or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, research collaborations, presentations at major conferences, fellowships, awards, and accolades, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments and a teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as three letters of reference. The successful candidate will be expected to provide examples of innovative approaches to pedagogy and mentoring.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Department of Visual Studies (DVS) is home to five programs and one certificate option: Art History, Art & Art History, Cinema Studies, Visual Culture and Communication, Visual Culture Studies and Certificate in Curatorial Studies. Ideally, the candidate will teach primarily in the Visual Culture streams, though we understand all of these programs as importantly related. The candidate will be expected to help build the Visual Culture curriculum. DVS is also affiliated with the Blackwood Gallery (https://www.blackwoodgallery.ca/), a vital, on-campus gallery of contemporary art and a major pedagogical resource.

The candidate also will be appointed to and teach in a graduate unit at the University of Toronto St. George campus, such as Art History (https://arthistory.utoronto.ca/) or the Cinema Studies Institute (https://www.cinema.utoronto.ca/) The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the world.

At UTM we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with, teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates must submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact Professor Brian Price: dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca.

All qualified applicants are invited to apply online by clicking on the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations supporting teaching quality and experience), a research statement outlining current and future research interests, and a substantial recent writing sample (e.g., an article or book chapter).

Applicants must provide the names and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ .

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Professor Brian Price at dvschair.utm@utoronto.ca. For more information about the Department of Visual Studies, please visit https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/dvs/.

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Mississauga-Assistant-Professor-Black-Visual-Culture-ON/593973817/

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by September 30, 2025.

Getty Scholars Program 2026-2027 CFA

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Call for Applications
The Getty Research Institute is pleased to announce that the 2026-27 application for residential grants and fellowships for predocs, postdocs, and scholars under the theme of Provenance which opened, July 1. Applications are due by October 1, 2025 at 5pm PT.
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PROVENANCE
For the 2026–2027 year, the Getty Scholars Program invites innovative proposals for projects that explore provenance and adjacent research areas, including but not limited to the history of collecting, the study of the art market, and broader explorations around the ownership of art objects. Relevant to all periods and areas of art production, the scholar cohort will be invited to examine and critique the arena of provenance studies while also envisioning its future, situated between the practices and demands of source communities, art historians, museums, and the market. Digitization and databases, such as the Getty Provenance Index, have also opened up the interdisciplinary possibilities of provenance research and laid the ground for art restitution efforts and other forms of reparation. Applicants are invited to propose projects, either individual or collaborative, that reflect upon the ownership, transfer, and movement of art objects from all world regions and time periods.
Please find the full call for applications and theme text on the Getty Scholars Program and Getty Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships webpages.

Call for Papers

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International Conference on GLOBALISATION IN LANGUAGES, EDUCATION, CULTURE, AND COMMUNICATION (GLECC2025)

The past two decades have witnessed remarkable advancements in the studies into Education, Second and Foreign Languages, Translation and Interpreting, Cultural Studies & Communication. This growth can be largely attributed to the forces of globalisation. Consequently, adopting the globalisation perspective is timely and provides a natural
framework for connecting these diverse yet interlinked disciplines.

This conference aims to bring together researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate research outcomes, share insights, discuss findings, exchange visions, and identify challenges
and trends in an interactive and immersive multidisciplinary environment. The submissions take the forms of abstract, full paper, panel discussion, and workshop proposals.

There is a “conference first” policy in place. Selected papers will be invited to further develop into full journal articles free of APCs.
Conference proceedings will be published open access with an ISBN.
There will be optional pre-conference workshops on 29 July and post
conference events on 1 August.

Dates: 30-31 July 2025 (main conference)
Venue: Manchester, U.K.
Submission deadline extended to: 18 May 2025

Keynote speakers confirmed:
1.“Beyond borders: The interplay of international mobility, culture, and
commerce” by Professor Zheng Wang, University of Dundee, UK.
2.“Rethinking language and culture education for a reglobalising world”
by Dr Derek Hird, Lancaster University, UK.

For further details, https://glecc.org/2025/

Lecturer in the Arts of Africa (2 full-time, indefinite posts available), Sainsbury Research Unit, University of East Anglia, Norwich

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Ref: ATR1705

The Sainsbury Research Unit (SRU) at the University of East Anglia, Norwich, is a UK-based institution dedicated to an international programme of advanced research and instruction in the arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas.

The SRU runs MA and PhD programmes and offers visiting fellowships. It is part of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at UEA, maintaining close relationships with the Department of Art History & World Art Studies, the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts and the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures (SISJAC).

You will need to hold a doctorate in anthropology, art history, archaeology or a related subject and should have fieldwork experience, a strong interest in visual arts, a good record of original research in sub-Saharan Africa and the capacity to provide research-led instruction in visual arts/material culture.

Expertise in museum anthropology, collections research and/or anthropological theory and material culture studies is desirable.

Primary responsibilities include: Undertaking personal research; co-teaching the MA course Africa module; MA and doctoral supervision; some limited undergraduate teaching; some limited SRU administrative tasks. There will be quality time and a personal research allowance for research leading to publications and career development.

These full-time roles are available from 1 September 2025 on an indefinite basis.

Starting salary from £48,419 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £55,755 per annum.

For more information and to apply : https://vacancies.uea.ac.uk/vacancies/1447/lecturer-in-the-arts-of-africa-atr1705.html

Visiting Assistant Professor of the History of African Visual and Material Cultures in the Department of Art History at Skidmore College

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The Department of Art History at Skidmore College invites applications for a two-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of the history of African visual and material cultures.

Art History is a collegial department invested in curricular diversity, innovative pedagogy, and strong support for newly hired faculty. We seek a colleague who can offer introductory and intermediate courses spanning a range of periods, cultures, and media as well as advanced courses in areas of specialization. Welcome areas of expertise include architecture, museum studies, and contemporary art. The position carries a teaching load of 18 credits (typically five courses) per year.

Independent teaching experience is required.

The application must include a cover letter, CV, two sample syllabi (preferably at different curricular levels), a sample assignment (with stated learning goals), and names and contact information for three references. It also must include a separate statement explaining how the candidate’s teaching interests and pedagogy engage issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access, both in the topics and materials that students study and in the classroom environment. Please provide specific examples.

The application portal can be accessed here.

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore’s faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 3,000 talented undergraduates from some 47 states and 46 countries.

Application review will begin on January 27, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Pay Rate: $64000-$68000

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary).
  • Unique applicable skills.

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

 

 

 

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Assistant Professor – Educator, Game Design, School of Art, College of DAAP

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Assistant Professor – Educator, Game Design, School of Art, College of DAAP

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About the School
The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor – Educator position in Games and Animation (GAA) in the School of Art. The Games and Animation Program seeks applications from candidates with a wide range of expertise and experiences in Academia and/or Industry focused on the field of Game Design.

Located within the multi-national and culturally diverse University of Cincinnati, the School of Art hosts top-tier Interdisciplinary BFA and MFA programs as well as a BA in Art History and MA in Art Education. The School of Art is currently ranked among top programs nationwide and offers diverse academic and cultural opportunities. For more information about the School of Art, please visit: https://daap.uc.edu/academics/soa.

About the Program
Officially welcoming its first BFA cohort in Fall 2024, the Games and Animation (GAA) program is jointly housed between the College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) and the College of Arts & Sciences (A&S) at UC. It combines the strengths of DAAP’s School of Art, with its long-standing program commitments to electronic art, new media, and game art, and A&S’s School of Communication, Film & Media Studies. The joint program offers a studio-based, collaborative approach to creating games and animation, both digital and analog. Students learn by doing, gain experience through cooperative education, and draw on the interdisciplinary technical and creative toolsets required by these media. This unique program mimics a studio approach in animation and games production studios, using students through different cohorts to produce senior projects. In GAA, there is no artificial separation between theory and practice, between art and industry, between conception and production.

Essential Functions
• Teach undergraduate studio and seminar courses in Animation and related areas including introductory, advanced level, and topical courses such as: Game Tools, Paradigms of Computer Based Learning, Intermediate Game Design, and Experimental Play. The teaching load for this position is 8 (3-credit) courses per academic year.
• Expand course offerings, bring a unique perspective to the Games and Animation Program, and promote approaches that support interdisciplinary practices in their pedagogy.
• Provide service to various School, College, and/or University committees such as Program Curriculum Committee.

Minimum Requirements
Prior to effective date of the appointment, all of the following are required:
• Masters degree in Game Design or a related field.
• Candidates must demonstrate proficiency and engagement with the field of Game Design as evidenced by a portfolio of 20 creative works.
• Two academic years of teaching experience post-qualifying degree in an institution of higher education.

Application Process
Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2025 and the search will remain open until an appointment is made.

The position is intended to commence on August 15, 2025. To be considered for this position, please apply online at https://bit.ly/3YHAEu9 and upload:
• Cover letter
• CV
• Portfolio of samples of 20 creative works as PDF or dedicated URL
• Names and contact information of three professional references

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate’s experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Museum of International Folk Art Summer Research Fellowship Program

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Application Deadline: January 17, 2025

 

The Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Summer Research Fellowship Program. This program offers a unique opportunity to spend 4-6 weeks in Santa Fe, New Mexico working on a research project related to MOIFA’s renowned folk art collection of over 163,000 objects and MOIFA’s Bartlett Library and Archives collections, and engaging with MOIFA staff members and the local community. A vibrant city for art and culture, Santa Fe was the first city designated as a Creative City in the United States by UNESCO, appointed in 2005 for its Craft and Folk Art community. This pilot program will run for two years (2025-2026), with the fellowship scheduled between June 1st and August 31st each year.

We welcome applications from scholars, independent researchers, public folklorists and other public scholars, graduate students, nonprofit and community arts administrators, and practitioners with a strong interest in folk and traditional arts, cultural traditions, folklore, ethnomusicology, heritage studies, museum studies, and related fields. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Fellowship Award Includes:

* $2,500 Fellowship Honorarium 

* Travel allowance to reimburse costs to and from Santa Fe

* Stipend for lodging, per diem allowance, and transportation during fellowship 

 

Application and Selection Process:

Prospective fellows should apply through the online portal on MOIFA’s website. Applicants will describe their research, how a MOIFA fellowship would enhance or contribute to their work, how their interest in folk and traditional arts, cultural heritage, and/or museums developed, and which areas of the museum collection they are most interested in exploring. Information about MOIFA’s collection and the Bartlett Library and Archives is available online.

 

All complete applications will be reviewed by an interdisciplinary panel of scholars and practitioners drawn from MOIFA and a range of universities and other cultural institutions. They will be evaluated on the basis of the proposal’s conceptualization and merit, the applicant’s ability to carry out the proposed research, the suitability of selected materials in MOIFA’s collections and archives, the likelihood the research can be completed in the requested time, and the project’s potential to increase knowledge of MOIFA’s collections and archives, bring new perspectives to them, and enhance meaningful public engagement.

 

For more information on the MOIFA Summer Research Fellowship see here.

https://moifa.org/learn/research-fellowship-program.html

Job posting: Assistant Professor of Art History (tenure-track) at Eastern Michigan University

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Assistant Professor of Art History (tenure-track), Eastern Michigan University

The School of Art and Design at Eastern Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Art History, beginning August 2025. This position is part of a four-faculty cluster in Art History, Political Science, Sociology Anthropology and Criminology, and Arts Administration collaborating with the University’s new Civil Rights and Social Justice Center. We seek candidates from any specialization whose work aligns with the Center’s goals, with a preference for a focus on premodern art, globally defined. Areas of focus may include, but are not limited to, the arts of Africa, the Islamic world (including the ancient Mediterranean and Near East), the Americas, or other regions that complement our existing faculty strengths. A museum studies background is also welcome.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have a three courses per semester base teaching load, primarily art history courses including surveys and upper-level classes in their area of expertise, while actively engaging in—and helping to shape—the Civil Rights and Social Justice Center’s initiatives. A primary instructional responsibility will be to teach our ancient through medieval survey course, but the appointee is also encouraged to develop new courses and collaborate in a broader re-envisioning of the art history curriculum. They will have opportunities to participate in our College in Prison Program, intercollegiate collaborations with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), study abroad programs, and campus programming such as the EMU galleries, among others. The appointee will be expected to collaborate with faculty in the cluster from other disciplines and contribute to shaping a more equitable vision of the arts at EMU. We value candidates who can leverage these unique engagement opportunities to enrich their teaching and research while fostering community connections.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Art History or a related field (completed by August 2025), with a preference for expertise in premodern art history, globally defined. Candidates must show evidence of scholarly potential and commitment to teaching excellence. Enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, pedagogical creativity, and flexibility are essential, as is a commitment to working with students from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement. Willingness to participate in diverse educational outreach programs is crucial. Experience in digital humanities, background in critical race studies, interest in cultural exchange and interaction, and familiarity with museum studies are desirable.

Eastern Michigan University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering diverse and inclusive academic communities.

Special Instructions:

Applications for this position are due by January 5, 2025. ATTN: Dr. Pamela Stewart (pstewa13@emich.edu) The following documents in PDF format must be attached when submitting the application:

  • letter of application
  • curriculum vitae
  • statements of teaching philosophy and research agenda
  • writing sample or offprints of published work (35 pages maximum)
  • contact information of three references (names, phone numbers, and emails).

Applicants must address their interest in social justice and civil rights and how they might collaborate with the cluster and Center. They may do so in their letter and teaching/research statements, or they may put forward a separate statement.

Application: https://careers.emich.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-art-history-ypsilanti-michigan-united-states

University of Arkansas School of Art Visiting Assistant Professor – Photography

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Job Listing:
University of Arkansas School of Art
Visiting Assistant Professor – Photography
Requisition #: R0063149
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The School of Art in the Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track up to three-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Art (Photography) to start in August 2025. For a three-year merit based renewable appointment position to be considered, the candidate should provide at least three years of evaluations as instructor of record illustrating high quality teaching effectiveness. This is a 9-month standard faculty appointment with a 40% teaching, 40% research / creative activity, and 20% service expectation. Specific duties will include 2/2 Load, teaching two courses per semester (Fall and Spring) in Studio Art; Creative Activities Maintaining an active program of research; Performing graduate and undergraduate student mentoring and advising, including participation in BFA and MFA reviews, MFA thesis committees, and studio visits; Some collaborative oversight and operation of the Photography area including but not limited to assistance in maintaining facilities/equipment, overseeing a safe working environment, curriculum development contributions, and graduate student supervision; Contributions in planning and implementing of new undergraduate and graduate courses; Participating in Program and School level committee work; Present and active member of the program, School of Art, and university community. Ideal applicants should have a strong commitment to an expanded definition of photography and its use as a means for research, technology, and interdisciplinary approaches to art making.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively to assist in the oversight of the photography area while contributing to the strength and energy of the School of Art as a whole. Applicants should possess knowledge of a wide variety of multidisciplinary art-making strategies centering on or intersecting with photography. Alongside a strong skillset in the history & practice of photography, the ideal candidate will offer research interests in photographic futures, new technology, and an expanded photographic practice. This may include (but is not limited to) experience with video, sound, experimental lens-based practices, and/or installation. A foundation in photography alongside a demonstrated dedication to expanding the technical and conceptual direction of the discipline is preferred. The successful candidate will show evidence of a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship.

The School of Art at the University of Arkansas highly values and promotes belonging in creating, studying, and teaching. We intend to foster an innovative and positive environment for teaching, mentoring, research, and service for all. The School of Art is especially interested in applicants whose work aims to broaden the canon, demonstrates a commitment to mentoring students from all backgrounds, creates the conditions for classroom experiences that are marked by empathy and mutual respect, and fosters collaboration, community, and open dialogue. We seek faculty committed to working and creating in ways that foster encouraging and supportive learning experiences that expand the School of Art’s current efforts to engage the campus and community in dialogue.

The program celebrates an interest in fostering interdisciplinary cross-campus relationships and engagement with a vibrant local and regional art community. Beyond the primary role in Photography, the position may also contribute to teaching and service within the School of Art’s Foundations program, which serves a broader student population pursuing degrees in Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Art Education.

Our hope is to draw applicants at any career level post-MFA—emerging, mid-career, or established artists and educators—who are active in the field and ready to contribute their unique insights to our learning environment.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Job Duties will include:
40% – Teaching
40% – Research
20% – Service

About the Photography Area:
Photography at the University of Arkansas School of Art combines practice in traditional & contemporary photographic processes with conceptual development, inspiring students to become innovative & critically engaged artists. The photography program offers a robust and supportive community where artists define their practice, deepen their understanding of visual literacy and create innovative imagery. The area provides training in a variety of traditional & contemporary techniques, equipping students with a critical understanding of the medium and its applications in research and artmaking. Experimentation, interdisciplinary practice and conceptual development are fostered, preparing students to become engaged practitioners.

About the School of Art:
In 2017, the University of Arkansas was awarded a $120 million gift from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation to establish a School of Art in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. The gift created the first and only school of art in the state of Arkansas, and is helping to advance art education, design, art history and studio art in the state while providing unparalleled access and opportunity to students. In addition, in 2017, the School of Art also received a $40 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to develop and build a new Studio Art and Graphic Design facility. Most recently, in 2021, the Windgate Foundation gave a $30 million partial challenge grant to develop and build a facility to house a professional gallery, auditorium, the foundations program, as well as idea fabrication and arts entrepreneurship labs. The mission of the School of Art is to develop one of the highest quality educational, research and service programs in the visual arts available nationally. The School of Art is a fully accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and includes 54 faculty, 8 staff members, and more than 500 students. There are currently 8 degree options: BFA in Art Education, BFA in Graphic Design, BFA in Studio Art, BA in Art History, BA in Studio Art, MA in Art Education, MFA in Studio Art, and MDES in Communication Design. The MA degree in Art History of the Americas launched this Fall 2023.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate
  • Master of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in Studio Art, Photography, or equivalent terminal degree conferred by the start of employment
  • A research record and portfolio of work that demonstrates either promise, active practice, or sustained practice in the field of photography
  • At least one year of teaching experience and demonstrated classroom competency with a commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring for all
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong evidence of an active creative studio research practice and exhibition record
  • Experience in interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary, and cross-campus collaborations
  • Demonstrated experience and/or research in photographic futures, new technology, and an expanded photographic practice.  This may include experience with video, sound, experimental materiality, analog photography, alternative photographic processes and/or installation
  • Demonstrated ability to teach photography at the intermediate, advanced, and/or graduate level
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Proficient knowledge of analog and digital photography
  • Knowledge of the Darkroom processes
  • Photographic Lighting Studio Skills
  • Digital Lab operations and printing technique skills
  • Ability to use Adobe software in service to artistic production.
Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Aaron R. Turner, Search Committee Chair, art024@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Completed applications received by November 26, 2024, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Aaron R. Turner, at art024@uark.edu.

Applicants must submit:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae with website URL
• Two sample syllabi of relevant courses, taught or proposed (submit as one document)
• Statement of research (one page maximum and including how you support and incorporate inclusive excellence).
• Statement of teaching philosophy (one page maximum and including how you support and incorporate inclusive excellence).
• 20 images of personal work identified with title, date, medium, and dimensions (as a single PDF)
• 20 images of student work identified with date, course title, and student level (as a single PDF)
• List of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.
• At least one year of evaluations as instructor of record illustrating high quality teaching effectiveness to qualify for an one-year appointment with the potential for annual reappointment. At least three years of evaluations as instructor of record illustrating high quality teaching effectiveness required to be considered for a renewable three-year merit-based appointment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Annual Salary/Benefits Package: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Margaret McDermott Assistant/Associate/Curator of African Art Opportunity

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The Dallas Museum of Art seeks a promising and dynamic scholar in the field of art history to become The Margaret McDermott Assistant/Associate/Curator of African Art. The position is responsible for directing the exhibitions, programs, and material resources of the African art collection, comprised of over 2,200 works. Working in partnership with the Curatorial; Conservation; Education; Collections, Exhibitions, Design and Interpretation; Experience; and Development departments, The Margaret McDermott Assistant/Associate/Curator of African Art will support the mission and artistic program of the Dallas Museum of Art and will serve as an advocate of the Museum locally, nationally, and internationally with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.

Scope of Position:

Requirements: Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• MA in Art History or related studies; PhD preferred

• Requirements for Curatorial Levels:

• Assistant Curator: 1-3 years of curatorial experience working in a museum or equivalent, specifically in the area of African art

• Associate Curator: 3-5 years of curatorial experience working in a museum with a demonstrated record of achievement specifically in the area of African art

• Curator: 5+ years curatorial experience working in a museum with significant exhibitions, acquisitions, and publications, specifically in the area of African art

• Reading proficiency in language(s) related to area of expertise

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate on projects with internal and external teams

• Ability to assess priorities and work well under pressure; excellent time management, problem solving, and analytical skills

• Must be detail oriented and able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

• Strong experience with Microsoft Office 365 applications, and working with museum collection management databases such as TMS.

Link to apply:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2735351