Assistant Professor of Art History Fall 2025
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- UTK
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- Arts & Humanities, Fine & Performing Arts
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
UTK
Open Date:
Nov 8, 2024
Description:
The University of Tennessee School of Art seeks candidates for a new, full-time, tenure-track position in Art History at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in Contemporary Art History and Theory and the ability to contribute to our existing minor (and a new proposed BA concentration) in Museum and Curatorial Studies (M&CS). Disciplinary expertise in Native American, Indigenous, or Latin American art is desirable.
Primary responsibilities will include the pursuit and maintenance of an active research and publication agenda; undergraduate and graduate instruction (2 courses per semester); and service to the School of Art, larger university, and profession. The successful candidate will also mentor students at both the undergraduate and graduate level; participate actively in departmental governance; and serve on committees that support the educational mission and initiatives of the University and the School, including MFA thesis committees.
This position is part of a new constellation of interdisciplinary faculty positions in the College of Arts and Sciences that center on the theme of Envisioning and Narrating Emerging Futures (https://artsci.utk.edu/about/faculty-initiatives/). As part of this initiative, the College is seeking scholars with overlapping interests whose research, scholarship, and creative work will foster intellectual and pedagogical collaboration across departments and provide different perspectives on a range of issues and areas.
The School of Art is committed to the values of equity, inclusion, and access necessary to foster academic excellence. We seek to incorporate diverse perspectives into all aspects of our programs, and are committed to critically examining our structures, policies, and practices to ensure a welcoming and conscientious environment for everyone. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee seeks candidates with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. The School of Art seeks to identify individuals whose research, teaching, and community engagement will contribute to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for its students, staff, and faculty.
Salary and benefits are competitive. The University of Tennessee offers an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive health insurance and retirement along with dozens more services. The successful candidate will be provided with research startup funds. The appointment will begin August 1, 2025.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic, nationally ranked faculty of artists, art historians, filmmakers, and ambitious undergraduate and graduate students. Part of the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Art offers BFA and BA degrees in Studio Art, a BA in Art History, and a BA in Cinema Studies to 280 undergraduate majors. In addition to the BA in Art History, School offers minors in art history and M&CS and is in the process of adding a M&CS concentration to the existing BA degree. The School’s MFA program is consistently ranked among the best in the nation. To learn more about the School of Art, please visit: http://art.utk.edu
UT Knoxville is the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee system and a Carnegie doctoral research-intensive university with close to 39,000 undergraduate and graduate students from over 100 countries. Knoxville has a vibrant arts scene and a lively downtown. Less than an hour’s drive to the Great Smoky Mountains, the city is also home to 1,000 forested acres of urban wilderness, the Knoxville Museum of Art, Tri-Star Arts, Loghaven Artist Residency and Big Ears, the acclaimed avant-garde festival of music, film, and art. For more information on academic and personal support, and living in Knoxville, please see UT’s Prospective Faculty Viewbook: https://provost.utk.edu/working-here/
Qualifications:
Required qualifications:
• Ph.D. with a specialization in contemporary art and theory in hand by August 1, 2025.
• Ability to contribute to the existing minor (and a new proposed BA concentration) in Museum and Curatorial Studies.
• An active research agenda commensurate with experience.
• Record of, or potential for, excellence in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Disciplinary expertise in Native American, Indigenous, or Latin American art.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Application materials must be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/153754. Emailed or mailed applications will not be accepted.
Required materials include:
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications based on the above job description including research and teaching
• Curriculum vitae
• Names, email addresses, and phone numbers of 3 professional references
In addition to addressing qualifications for the position in the application, candidates may describe their commitment to community-engaged scholarship, if applicable. They may also discuss how they would promote students’ access to and inclusion in their teaching and creative research.
Letters of recommendation and additional materials will be requested after the initial screening of applications for candidates that advance. Short-listed candidates will be scheduled for preliminary interviews via video conference.
Questions may be directed to Carmen Atkins at catkin29@utk.edu or (865) 974-3194.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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