Tag: African

JOB: Asst Prof, African American/African Diaspora/African at University of Pittsburgh

The Department of History of Art and Architecture (HAA) in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor (tenure-stream) of African American, African Diasporic, or African art and/or architecture (chronology open) with a start date of September 1, 2024, pending budgetary approval.

Applicants should submit a cover letter (1-2 pages), current CV, writing sample (15-20 pages), teaching portfolio (12 pages max), as diversity statement (1-2 pages) via Talent Center, as well as 3 confidential letters of recommendation emailed to Chair and Administrative Officer (see job description for details).

For further details about the position, or to apply, please follow this link: cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_faculty_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=23007761.

JOB: Visiting Asst Prof, American Studies @ Dickinson College

The American Studies Department at Dickinson College is excited to welcome applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies, commencing July 1, 2023. We seek a dynamic and dedicated candidate with a Ph.D. in American Studies, emphasizing African/African Diaspora studies as their primary area of expertise and teaching interest. Candidates with a focus on material culture studies or visual culture studies are particularly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach five courses throughout the year, including core courses in the American Studies curriculum and courses within the candidate’s field of expertise
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching within a liberal arts college setting
  • Foster an inclusive and intellectually stimulating learning environment for our increasingly diverse student population

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in American Studies, with a focus on African/African Diaspora studies
  • Experience and enthusiasm for teaching in a liberal arts college environment
  • A dedication to creating an inclusive and engaging learning experience for all students

Application Process:
Please submit your application electronically at [fill in the blank], including the following:

  • A cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy, research interests, and qualifications for the position
  • A comprehensive curriculum vitae
  • Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via the electronic submission system

Application Timeline:
Application review will begin on Friday, May 5th, 2023. The application portal will close on Friday, May 12th, 2023

For inquiries regarding the position, please contact Professor Amy Farrell, American Studies Department, atfarrell@dickinson.edu.
Dickinson College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

JOB: Africa/African Diaspora @ Courtauld

The Courtauld Institute of Art seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the arts of Africa and/or the African diaspora, within the broad period from c. 1800 to the present. This appointment offers an exciting opportunity to transform The Courtauld’s teaching and research, and to provide academic leadership in fields of critical importance to the discipline, within and beyond the institute. It is one of two new posts in this broad field, the other being a Professorship.

We invite applications from early and mid-career scholars with a profile in research and teaching commensurate with their career stage.

These posts are part of The Courtauld’s commitment to a more inclusive and diverse curriculum. They are generously supported by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

Application is online. You will also need to include a CV and a supporting statement of no more than 1500 words. You should also give the names of 3 referees.

The supporting statement should set out how you meet the criteria of this position, and include a brief statement about your research profile. This should include your current and future research plans, your teaching plans and experience, your administrative experience, and potential to contribute to the research profile and impact of The Courtauld. Please address the criteria set out in the Person Specification when preparing your statement.

Interviews for the position will take place on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th December 2019.

If you would like an informal conversation about the roles please contact Dr Jo Applin, Head of Art History. jo.applin@courtauld.ac.uk

https://jobs.courtauld.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=323

 

JOB: African/African Diaspora/Latinx or Latin American; Asst Prof @ USC

University of Southern California (CA) – TT Assistant Professor of African and/or African Diasporic and/or Latinx and/or Latin American History of Art, Visual, and/or Material Culture, post-1750

The Department of Art History in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in African and/or African Diasporic and/or Latinx and/or Latin American history of art, visual, and/or material culture, post-1750. Applicants may conduct research in one or more of these areas, and various methodological and theoretical approaches are welcome. We have a particular interest in scholarship that contributes to increasing the diversity of the department’s intellectual life and offerings. This position is expected to begin August 2020.

The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate level and participate actively in the intellectual life of the department and the university. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and show exceptional scholarly promise. Interested candidates should provide 1) a cover letter that includes a discussion of research and teaching, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) two writing samples, at least one of which should be a chapter from a dissertation or book manuscript, and 4) the names and contact information of three referees who will be contacted in a system-generated email to provide letters. In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit an electronic USC application; follow this job link or paste in a browser: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los- angeles/assistant-professor-of-african-and-or-african-diasporic-and-or-latinx-and-or-latin-american- history/1209/13261319 . For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply by November 1, 2019.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.