JOB: Assistant Professor at Auburn University (Department of Art in The College of Liberal Arts).
The Department of Art in The College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor with a primary research specialty in the visual and material culture of the Mediterranean and/or Near Eastern World (ancient or early medieval), with the ability to teach courses in ancient and medieval art as well as diverse secondary areas. Continued research activity required. The typical teaching load is four courses a year (2/2), and includes the art history surveys. Duties also include academic advising, curriculum development, and service on committees. The appointment will begin August 16, 2014.
Minimum qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in Art History or a closely related field before the employment date is highly desired; outstanding candidates who are in the final stages of dissertation writing (ABD) will be considered. However, appointment to the tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor requires the earned doctorate by the August 16, 2014 start date.
Successful candidates must have an active record of scholarly achievement in the visual and material culture of the Mediterranean and/or Near Eastern World (ancient or early medieval). The Department of Art is seeking individuals with a minimum of 2 years of effective teaching experience as the instructor of record at the college level.
Please submit the following:
• Letter of application addressing research projects, plans, and publications, teaching experience and philosophy, and other professional qualifications as they relate to the position.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Writing sample: dissertation chapter or published article, c. 20 pages in length
• Sample syllabi for two courses: one related to the primary research field, one related to a secondary field
• Names and contact information of three references (letters will be requested at a later date for finalists)
• Transcript of the terminal degree.
Review of applications will begin 12 February 2014 and continue until the position is filled (apply online).
Source: The Medieval Academy Blog