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Visiting Assistant Professor of Art History Location: University, MS, US, 38677 Department: Art & Art History (10000830) Employee Designation: Temporary Full-time (Benefits Eligible) The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a 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. Minimum Qualifications 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. Application Procedures 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). EEO Statement The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI

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