| Location | Providence, RI |
| Salary | $70,000–$80,000 Per Year |
Assistant Professor of Art History
Salary
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Location
Providence College
Job Type
Ordinary Faculty
Job Number
PC00322
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Art and Art History
Opening Date
10/02/2026
Closing Date
11/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
NU
Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.
Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community- an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College's Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document)
Overview
Providence College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Art and Art History at the assistant professor level, beginning August 1, 2027. We seek an interdisciplinary teacher-scholar who specializes in the chronological era from c.1800 to the present.
Salary: $70,000-$80,000
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities will include courses in Modern and Contemporary Art, participation in a team-taught Survey, advanced undergraduate seminars, and Methods and Senior Thesis courses on a rotating basis. We welcome research and courses that center intersectional approaches to Modern and Contemporary art and media and also may be cross-listed with Women's and Gender Studies, Black Studies, American Studies, Global Studies, Latin American and Latina/o Studies, Asian Studies, and other departments such as Theatre, Dance, and Film; Communication; English; Political Science, etc., depending on the expertise and interests of the person hired. Cooperation and coordination with our thriving PC Galleries' exhibitions and programming is also desired. Collegial interaction and engagement with students in our Studio Art program is also important to the position.
Education and Experience
Preference will be given to applicants who possess a Ph.D. from an accredited institution and demonstrate a strong commitment to innovative teaching, use of technology, interdisciplinary art historical scholarship, and demonstrated broad methodological interests within the field(s) of expertise. The position includes competitive salary and benefits, as well as research support including travel funds, library resources, and grant writing assistance.
Supplemental Information
Candidates should submit the following documents online: a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcripts; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the names and email addresses of three reference providers who will be prompted to submit letters of recommendation on your behalf. Application instructions are available on the College website at: https://careers.providence.edu/.
For additional information or questions, please contact Bing Huang, search chair, Department of Art & Art History, bhuang@providence.edu.
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Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:
These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/
Employer Providence College (RI)
Address 1 Cunningham Square
Providence, Rhode Island, 02918-0001
Phone (401) 865-2341
Website www.providence.edu