Assistant Professor, Art History
The Art Department at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites application for an Assistant Professor (tenure track) position in Art History beginning August 2010.
The successful applicant must have abilities and teaching experience in modern and contemporary art and interest in non-western art and/or minority American art, history of graphic design helpful. Must have the ability to teach Foundations of Art History, and 19th and 20th Century European and American Art. Teaching experience along with evidence of outstanding scholarship is considered important.
The Art Department at UW-Parkside, which includes seven full-time faculty and 220 majors, will be moving into a new facility in the Fall of 2011. For more than two decades the department has hosted the Parkside National Small Print Exhibition.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Doctorate degree in Art History. ABD will be considered for a one year only appointment as a Lecturer with conversion to tenure track Assistant Professor if terminal degree is completed by June 2012.
- Experience working with students of diverse and multicultural backgrounds (including non-traditional-aged students, first generation students)
Preferred:
- Ability to teach Foundations of Art History
- Ability to teach 19th and 20th Century European and American Art
- Teaching experience beyond graduate school
- Interest in non-western art and/or minority American art or history of graphic design
- Abilities and teaching experience in modern and contemporary art
SALARY: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter outlining their qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, and supporting evidence regarding qualifications. Examples of scholarly work summary of teacher evaluations, letters of recommendations and the names and contact information of three persons who are willing to serve as references to:
Trenton Baylor, Chair Art Department
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
900 Wood Road
Kenosha, WI 53144
Email: Baylor@uwp.edu
Applications received by December 1, 2009 are ensured full consideration. Position is open until filled.
