Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Culture – Missouri State University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Culture – Missouri State University

• Institution: Missouri State University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Art & Design

• Posting Number: 20260050FTF

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Art History and Visual Culture

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified in the official posting

• Location: Springfield Campus, Springfield, Missouri, United States

• Application Deadline: November 2, 2026 – First Date of Consideration

• Expected Start Date: August 1, 2027

• Position Status: Open until filled

Overview of Role

The Department of Art & Design at Missouri State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Culture.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and MFA students, with particular emphasis on pre-1750 European and West Asian art, while maintaining an active scholarly and creative research agenda.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach three courses per semester (3/3 load).

• Teach Western Art History survey courses.

• Teach upper-level courses in areas such as:

  • Ancient Art

  • Medieval Art

  • Early Modern Art

  • Islamic Art and Architecture

• Teach additional Art History or Museum Studies courses based on expertise.

• Maintain an active research and scholarly agenda.

• Participate in curriculum development and program assessment.

• Advise and mentor students.

• Contribute to departmental governance.

• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

• Support community engagement consistent with Missouri State University’s Public Affairs mission.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: ABD or Ph.D. in Art History, or an equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline.

• Ability to teach Western Art History survey courses.

• Ability to teach upper-level courses focused on pre-1750 Europe and West Asia.

• Potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship.

• Commitment to undergraduate education.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter describing:

   • Qualifications

   • Interest in the position

   • Approach to teaching public university students

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Short Writing Sample – article or chapter

4. Unofficial Transcript of Terminal Degree

5. 1–2 Sample Course Syllabi

6. Names and Contact Information of Three Academic or Professional References

Application Process

• Application Link: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/87706

• First Date of Consideration: November 2, 2026

• Review will continue until the position is filled.

• Search Committee Chair: Professor Billie Follensbee

• Email: BillieFollensbee@MissouriState.edu

• Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis; the position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship.

Official Website: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/87706