Open-Rank Professor, Arts

UATX•Austin, TX

21h

About The Position

The Center for Arts at the University of Austin invites applications for full- or part-time faculty positions in theology, philosophy, religion, politics, art history, and visual and performing arts. The area of specialization is open, and candidates may be considered at any academic rank. Faculty will teach and conduct research within a liberal arts curriculum focused on recurring debates, abiding structures, intellectual history, and the development of Western civilization. Candidates should be enthusiastic about teaching broadly across multiple regions, centuries, and disciplines; have active and ambitious research agendas; and be prepared to undertake undergraduate teaching and research at the highest level. Faculty appointments will be at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027. Part-time appointments will be considered; applicants interested in part-time work should indicate this in their cover letter. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with rank. Full-time Assistant Professor salaries in Arts start at $90,000. The annual teaching load is 18 quarter hours, equivalent to 12 semester hours or a 2/2 teaching load. Positions are designed as long-term academic appointments supported by renewable five-year contracts; the university does not operate under a traditional tenure system. Applicants should upload a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should describe their interest in the position, alignment with the University’s mission, proposed fit within the Center for Arts curriculum, and relevant teaching and research experience. Applications submitted by January 4, 2027 will receive priority review; review begins immediately. Candidates selected for further review may be asked to provide writing samples, references, and/or a teaching portfolio.

Requirements

Candidates must be prepared to undertake research and undergraduate teaching within a liberal arts curriculum at the highest level.
Candidates should be enthusiastic about teaching broadly across multiple regions, centuries, and disciplines.
Candidates should have active and ambitious research agendas.
Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter describing their interest, alignment with the University’s mission, curricular fit, and relevant teaching and research experience.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate courses broadly across multiple regions, centuries, and disciplines within the liberal arts curriculum.
Conduct research and maintain an active, ambitious research agenda.
Contribute to the Center for Arts curriculum and the University’s educational mission.