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The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Visiting Assistant Professor of Art History beginning August 21, 2025. This temporary position is 9-month, annually renewable for up to two years, full-time, non-tenure-track, and benefits-eligible. It requires the Ph.D. in Art History or in a closely related field by the time of appointment. Candidates will possess a commitment and ability to teach art history survey courses, Twentieth-Century Art, Contemporary Art, and Writing and Research in Art. The anticipated teaching load is three classes per semester, including both in-person and online courses.
Candidates will work with undergraduate students in the BA in Art History, the BA in Art, the BFA in Art, and with non-art majors, as well as with graduate students pursuing the MFA in Studio Art. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching art history courses at both the lower and upper divisions, advising and mentoring students in the program both academically as well as with career preparation, and performing service appropriate to the position, including recruitment and participation in shared governance. The Department of Art and Art History is accredited by NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art & Design).
Our Department recognizes and is committed to the importance of fostering a welcoming environment for all in teaching, research, and service and maintains an enthusiasm for making the most of the opportunities to promote inclusivity in our Department, our academic field, and the broader community. Our Departmental goals are supported by the larger mission and strategic commitment to access and opportunity at the University of Mississippi and in the College of Liberal Arts.
The University of Mississippi embraces a meaningful and holistic commitment to complying with relevant laws and non-discrimination provisions, and in doing so, to advance access and fair treatment for all in a welcoming environment.
Appointment: 9 month
Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track
It requires the Ph.D. in Art History or in a closely related field by the time of appointment. Candidates will possess a commitment and ability to teach art history survey courses, Twentieth-Century Art, Contemporary Art, and Writing and Research in Art.
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at AND submit a cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references. Applicants who proceed beyond the initial screening may be asked to submit additional materials. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established.
More information about the department can be found at art.olemiss.edu . Please direct inquiries about this position to Dr. Nancy L. Wicker, Chair of the Search Committee ( nwicker@olemiss.edu ).
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.
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