Visiting Assistant Professor-Art & Art Education
- Employer
- The College of New Jersey
- Location
- Ewing, NJ
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Appointment Type: Visiting Assistant Professor/Temporary
State Title: Assistant Professor
Bargaining Unit: AFT
Employment Type: 35 Hours per week/Full-time
Expected Term: August 8, 2026 - June 11, 2027
Compensation: Range 22/$90,190.21
About TCNJ
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth-highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.
Position Overview:
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a two-year Global Art History Teaching Postdoc in the Department of Art and Art Education with a joint appointment in the International Studies Program. We seek a candidate with outstanding potential to become an innovative teacher-scholar, whose research and educational experiences have prepared them to contribute to an interdisciplinary and inclusive global art history curriculum. The candidate’s area of research specialization is open; however, the candidate should be prepared to teach a global art history survey course covering 1400-present as well as an upper-level course on Global Modernisms. This position offers an exciting opportunity to build pedagogical skills while serving undergraduate students across multiple academic programs.
The successful candidate will teach four courses each semester. In Fall 2026, for example, they will teach two sections of AAH 102: The World’s Art, 1400-present and two sections of a seminar, Global Modernisms, cross-listed between Art History and International Studies. In subsequent semesters, these core courses will be supplemented with courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Lower-level courses are capped at 32 students, and seminars are capped at 18 students. The position carries no expectations of service or advising so that the candidate may focus on teaching and on developing effective and engaging pedagogical strategies. In that regard, the candidate will be mentored by the Department chair and further supported by TCNJ’s Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
Required:
Be an advanced ABD candidate or have obtained a Ph.D. in Art History or a closely related field within the last five years.
Demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
Show evidence of ability to teach within a global art history curriculum through publications, conference presentations, dissertation research, teaching, or other educational experiences.
Demonstrate cultural competency and ability to foster inclusive learning environments and mutual respect for students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.
Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
- Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
- Access to extensive learning opportunities
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
How to Apply
Applicants should submit:
● A cover letter highlighting how their qualifications match the requirements.
● A curriculum vitae.
● A statement of teaching philosophy that demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (no longer than one page, single-spaced).
● Names and contact information for at least three professional references.
Applications should be submitted electronically.
Applications must be received by June 30th to ensure full consideration. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please direct questions to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Deborah Hutton, dhutton@tcnj.edu.
For information on the Department of Art and Art Education, please visit https://art.tcnj.edu/ .
For information on the International Studies Program, please visit https://internationalstudies.tcnj.edu/ .
The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.
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2000 Pennington Rd
Ewing Township, 08628
Job: Faculty
Organization: The College of New Jersey
Job Posting: Jun 3, 2026, 3:56:14 PM
Organization
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 “Most Competitive” schools in the nation by Barron’s Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton Review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.
A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for a wealth of degree programs offered through TCNJ’s seven schools—Arts & Communication; Business; Humanities & Social Sciences; Education; Science; Nursing, Health, & Exercise Science; and Engineering. The College is enriched by an honors program and extensive opportunities to study abroad, and its award-winning First-Year Experience and freshman orientation programs have helped make its retention and graduation rates among the highest in the country.
Campus
Known for its natural beauty, the College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township (map). The College has 39 major buildings, including a state-of-the-art library; 14 residence halls that accommodate 3,600 students; an award-winning student center; more than 20 academic computer laboratories; a full range of laboratories for nursing, microscopy, science, and technology; a music building with a 300-seat concert hall; and a collegiate recreation and athletic facilities complex. TCNJ has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 6,400 students (95 percent from New Jersey).
The College of New Jersey encourages students to expand their talents and skills through more than 150 organizations that are open to students. These groups range from performing ensembles and professional and honor societies to student publications, Greek organizations, as well as intramural and club sports. The College also offers numerous leadership opportunities through the Student Finance Board, Student Government Association, and Residence Hall Government to name a few.
High achievement and scholarship in the classroom have been mirrored by the success of The College of New Jersey’s varsity student-athletes. Since the 1978–79 Lion wrestling team captured the College’s first National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) team championship, TCNJ has established itself as one of the nation’s most successful Division III (non-athletic scholarship) programs. Since 1979, The College of New Jersey has amassed a total of 39 Division III crowns in seven different sports. In addition, the Lions have posted 32 runner-up awards, giving the College an aggregate of 71 first- and second-place finishes. That figure is tops among the nation’s 400-plus Division III colleges and universities during the past 30 years. The Lions have also produced 58 Division III CoSIDA First Team Academic All-Americans.
As impressive as the overall athletic record is, TCNJ’s accomplishment as a leader in women’s sports is even greater. Since NCAA Championships were initiated for women in 1981, only TCNJ has won 32 Division III team championships. The total does not include the Lions’ lacrosse championship in 1981 or the softball championships in 1980 and 1981, which were sponsored by the AIAW (Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women) prior to women’s sports inclusion in the NCAA. In the fall of 1999, TCNJ’s women’s athletic program was voted as the top Division III institution for female student-athletes by Sports Illustrated for Women.
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