Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Contemporary Art History and Theory
The Department of Art + Art History at Florida International University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Contemporary Art History and Theory to begin in Fall 2025.
The successful candidate will be a scholar with a significant record of research, publication, and teaching in the field of contemporary art theory and history. The individual will demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach to the study of art and visual culture, with expertise in global and diverse perspectives on contemporary art and the ability to become a significant voice in the rich transnational discourse in Miami. Experience with curatorial practice and the ability to engage in cross-disciplinary teaching and critique with undergraduate and MFA students is expected.
Preference will be given to candidates showing evidence of exceptional teaching, academic leadership experience or potential, and excellent organizational and communication skills. The successful candidate will provide evidence of a distinct and progressive vision for curriculum development that capitalizes upon the transformative capacity of contemporary art and design scholarship.
We are seeking enthusiastic applicants with wide-ranging intellectual and creative interests to complement and build upon our department’s existing capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain an active research agenda with a record of scholarly achievement in contemporary art history and theory, with a preference on Latin American/Caribbean art based on FIU’s mission to serve the diverse population of South Florida.
- Teach courses primarily in contemporary art history and theory, including undergraduate and graduate independent studies and thesis advising, as well as serving on MFA committees.
- Initial teaching responsibilities include five undergraduate and/or graduate courses per year.
- Develop curricula emphasizing a diversity of theoretical and critical perspectives in contemporary art history and theory, particularly in the context of Latin American art.
- Mentor students and provide service to the department and university.
- Engage in cross-disciplinary teaching and interact with studio students during critiques and research-based collaborations.
- Contribute to the Foundations program or interdisciplinary initiatives within the university.
- Participate in curatorial initiatives, exhibitions, or programs that enhance the department’s engagement with contemporary art and the local/global art community.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research expertise in Latin American/Caribbean contemporary art, including a strong publication record.
- Curatorial practice with exhibitions, collections, or public programs.
- University level experience collaborating with faculty on curriculum development and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- University level experience teaching and mentoring across a broad student population.
- Graduate level teaching and mentorship experience
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in art history, visual culture, or a related field by the start date of employment.
- Ability to engage in the theoretical and critical discourses of contemporary art in both research and teaching.
- College-level teaching experience beyond graduate school.
- Evidence of scholarship or creative practice that bridges academic and curatorial expertise.
Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 534170 at careers.fiu.edu. Please include the following as attachments:
- A letter of application detailing their qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Sample syllabi for relevant courses
- Writing samples of 15-20 pages representing 3 written works
- Statement of Research and related research plan for the next 3 years.
- The contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation will be solicited for finalists, those invited for on campus interviews.
- Copies of all College or University Transcripts [official transcripts will be required upon hiring]
To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by January 25, 2025. For questions, please contact Associate Professor Jennifer Printz, Chair of the search committee, at jprintz@fiu.edu.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
