Comparative Arts & Letters: Art History– CFS Professorial Faculty

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a Comparative Arts & Letters: Art History– CFS Professorial Faculty member. This is a ten-month annual contract position with a teaching load of 6 courses per year. The faculty member will teach General Education and program courses in Art History, Interdisciplinary Humanities, and Comparative Literature. As a professorial position, the role involves maintaining an active research and publishing profile, mentoring undergraduate and graduate research, participating in faculty meetings, and supporting the mission of Brigham Young University. A key aspect of this role is supporting student faith and aligning with the religious expectations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the sponsoring institution.

Requirements

• PhD in a humanistic field with evidence of interdisciplinary training or scholarly/teaching interests.
• The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Demonstrate training or scholarly/teaching interests in Art History and/or Visual Culture Studies.
• Evidence of an active research and publishing profile is expected.
• Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
• If a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• Must abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach General Education and program courses in one or more of our sections: Art History, Interdisciplinary Humanities, and Comparative Literature.
• Maintain an active research and publishing profile.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate research.
• Participate in faculty meetings and other academic discussions.
• Support the mission of Brigham Young University.
• Support student faith through obvious commitment to the religious expectations of the sponsoring institution, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree