Art Historian

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Art Historian to join our faculty as a Tenure-Track Professor in the History of Early Modern European Art in a Global Perspective. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Art History, with a focus on the Global Perspective, and will be able to teach a range of courses, including introductory surveys and focused seminars.

• Teach a range of courses, including introductory surveys and focused seminars, in the History of Early Modern European Art in a Global Perspective
• Develop and implement innovative pedagogical approaches to engage students in the study of Art History
• Contribute to the development of the Art History curriculum at Sarah Lawrence College
• Mentor and advise students, particularly those who are underrepresented in the academy

• Ph.D. in Art or Architectural History, or Visual/Material Culture
• Experience teaching Art History courses at the undergraduate level
• Strong background in the History of Early Modern European Art in a Global Perspective
• Ability to develop and implement innovative pedagogical approaches
• Commitment to mentoring and advising students

• Experience teaching courses that incorporate global perspectives and diverse cultural contexts
• Ability to teach courses that engage with the Global Mediterranean, Transpacific, and Transatlantic Worlds
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning needs

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Two sample syllabi
• Course descriptions for three courses that the candidate might offer at Sarah Lawrence College
• Brief sample of academic writing
• Three letters of recommendation

We encourage candidates to learn more about the philosophy of education and pedagogical approach that makes Sarah Lawrence distinctive and to indicate both in their cover letters and syllabi how they might envision working in this format.