• Assistant Professor of Art History

    SUNY Oneonta (Oneonta, NY)


     

    At SUNY Oneonta, we nurture a community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. If you are interested in joining our vibrant community in the role of Assistant Professor of Art History, starting in Fall 2026, we would be delighted for you to apply. In this role, you will teach undergraduate Art History courses, mentor students, contribute to curriculum development, and maintain an active program of scholarship while supporting departmental and university initiatives.

     

    Visual arts represent one of the basic means of human communication. The Art Department provides undergraduates with a solid foundation in the methods and theories of creating and studying visual arts while preparing them for careers as creative professionals.

     

    To learn more about the University and the Department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ and

     

    https://suny.oneonta.edu/art-department.

    Duties include but are not limited to:

    + Teach undergraduate foundations courses in Art History, particularly Art History Survey I, Art History Survey II, and advanced courses in the periods of ancient, medieval, and renaissance art. 3:4 teaching load.

    + Engage with student academic advisement, the university and departmental services, and supporting general education needs.

    + Guide students to fulfill major requirements in Art/Digital Art programs, strengthen electives in Art History, and mentor students through their studies.

    + Foster growth in the Art History area.

    + Coordinate an annual Art History conference, plan trips to museums and galleries, and provide guidance for post-graduation success in the field.

    + Engage in continuous scholarship in Art History and Criticism (research, publications, and attending/presenting at conferences).

     

    Salary: $60,000. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Job Requirements:

    Required Qualifications:

    + Ph.D. in Art History

    + Ability to teach topics in both ancient and contemporary art

    + Record of publications or other scholarly activity

    Preferred:

    + Two or more years of previous teaching experience at the university level beyond TA

    + Demonstrable commitment to continued professional development, and ability to adjust and adapt to new developments in the field

    + Record of experiential student activities beyond the classroom

    + Experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or service with diverse and/or multicultural populations

    + Experience in developing new courses

    + Ability to include non-western artistic topics throughout the curriculum

    + Experience with NASAD accreditation requirements and processes

    + Strong record of, or ability to provide, service to department, campus, and community

    + Professional familiarity in gallery operations and Museum Studies

    + Familiarity with online and hybrid teaching methods

    Additional Information:

    SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

     

    The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

     

    SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.