John Cabot University, an accredited American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, invites applications for a Full-time Assistant or Associate Tenure-Track Professor in Art History.
We seek applicants with a PhD in Art History or equivalent field, demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, and commitment to academic service and program development for both BA and MA Art History degree programs. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in art of the Early Modern period (c. 1400-1800), but exceptional candidates in other fields are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in art of more than one geographical area and/or experience of teaching at the graduate level. An ability to teach courses on art in Rome and Italy is expected.
Candidates should be fluent in English, which is the language of instruction, and have permission to work in the European Union. Familiarity and experience with the American liberal arts educational tradition will be considered an advantage.
The successful candidate will be expected to start in Fall semester 2024. The initial appointment is for two years with the possibility of tenure. They will be expected to teach three courses per semester at all academic levels, to undertake research, and to be an active member of the university community.
Applicants should send 1) a letter of interest describing their teaching interests and ability to support and expand the Art History program; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement of current and planned research; and 4) evidence of teaching excellence. Materials should be sent as a single pdf file to [email protected]. Applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the same email address.
The deadline to submit applications is December 29, 2023. Interviews will be held in spring 2024; only short-listed candidates will be notified.
John Cabot University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, or services.
Information about John Cabot University can be found at: http://www.johncabot.edu.