Assistant Professor of Art History

Assistant Professor of Art History

Chicago State University (CSU), is the oldest public university in the Chicago metropolitan area. Chicago State University is Illinois' only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI). CSU serves over 1,500 undergraduate students and nearly 900 graduate students. The university is a nationally accredited university with five colleges in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Sciences and Pharmacy and proudly supports a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states.

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Chicago State University Department of Art and Design invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Art History, beginning August 2026. We are looking for a faculty member who is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and student success in a diverse and inclusive environment. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to dynamic and innovative undergraduate teaching and support activities that encourage unique learning opportunities in our University Gallery program as well as the classroom.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining an active program of scholarly research, supporting student mentorship and professional development along with department and university service.

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Education:

The desired applicant must have a Ph.D. in Art History or a related equivalent subject.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The successful candidate will develop curriculum and teach a range of art history courses, from Ancient and Medieval through Modern and Contemporary subject matter, in a BA Degree program with degree options in 2D & 3D Studio Art, Design, and PK-12 Art Education. The candidate will also develop and coordinate course curriculum for Introduction to Visual Art, a general education course for non-majors.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with a diverse population of students. Several years of professional practice in the field. Preference will be given to candidates that also have gallery and museum curatorial experience and/or studio art practice. Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and/or community engagement is also highly recommended.

Special Requirements:
Sample syllabi for relevant courses and addition examples of research must be emailed to Thomas Lucas and John Smith. College level teaching experience is required.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Research Agenda
• Teaching Philosophy
• Letters of Reference
• Sample Syllabi

Optional Documents