Assistant Professor Of Craft History

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
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Craft history and its intersecting fields
Research connects with the arts and craft traditions of the americas
Interdisciplinary, intersectional, and transregional approaches
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Craft History to enhance its Art History Program. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Art History or a related field, with a focus on craft and design, and will contribute to both teaching and research within a vibrant academic community. **

Job Summary

  • The Art History Program invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art History of Craft and Design, open in terms of chronological and geographical specialization.
  • The position emphasizes interdisciplinary, intersectional, and transregional approaches, particularly those connecting with the arts and craft traditions of the Americas.
  • The role involves teaching at the MA and BA level, participating in student recruitment, and contributing to the School of Art's vibrant and growing program.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Craft History to enhance its Art History Program. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Art History or a related field, with a focus on craft and design, and will contribute to both teaching and research within a vibrant academic community. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • craft history and its intersecting fields
  • research connects with the arts and craft traditions of the Americas
  • interdisciplinary, intersectional, and transregional approaches
  • public education that aims to make art history accessible
  • collaboration, program-building, and partnership-development

Nice-to-have

  • creative thinkers
  • multivocal art history
  • critical engagement with migration of peoples, objects, and practices

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Art History or allied discipline
  • Established record of innovative scholarship
  • Established record of, or potential for, exceptional teaching
  • Established record of, or potential for, mentorship
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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