Assistant Professor in Art History - University of Indianapolis

Job Description

The University of Indianapolis Department of Art & Design is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor for Art History. Preference and consideration will be given to candidates who demonstrate professional experience in Art History with expertise in Museum Studies, and university-level teaching experience. Preference is given to those with a Studio Art and Gallery experience background. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate Art History courses as part of a NASAD-accredited Bachelor of Science Art & Design program. Courses include History of Art I, History of Art II, Gender in Art, Art Since 1900, History of Graphic Design, Print, and Photo, Directed Reading in Art History, Museum Studies, and Gallery Studies.

Art History is part of a liberal arts program in the Department of Art & Design and lives alongside BS degree programs in Studio Art, Graphic History, Illustration, Pre-Art Therapy, and Arts Education. As well as a minor in Art History. All programs offer a multidisciplinary approach and a breadth of experiences. The University of Indianapolis is a teaching-centered institution that values service to the department, college, and university. Service in the department includes but is not limited to student advising, portfolio reviews, department events and exhibitions, gallery exhibition installations, assisting with the Permanent Art Collection, etc.

Ideal candidates will value and work well collaboratively with faculty from a range of disciplines.

Requirements: 

Phd in Art History or Museum Studies (with Masters in Art History)

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.   

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.   

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

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Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

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