Visiting Assistant Professor, Pre-modern East Asia

University of Oregon • Eugene, OR

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of the History of Art & Architecture (“HAA”) offers undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programs in the history, theory, and criticism of art, architecture, and visual culture. It is also home to the Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies. The University of Oregon is one of only two Pacific Northwest members of the Association of American Universities and holds the distinction of a “very high research activity” ranking in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UO enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and nearly 100 countries. The UO’s beautiful, 295-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities in an arboretum-like setting. The UO is located in Eugene, a vibrant city of 157,000 with outstanding cultural and culinary offerings, a pleasant climate, a well-connected regional airport, and a community engaged in environmental and social concerns. The campus is within easy driving distance of the Pacific Coast, the Cascade Mountains, and Portland. The Department of the History of Art and Architecture is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026-27 academic year. The successful candidate will teach Seven classes, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We welcome applicants specializing in any aspect of the history of art and architecture of East Asia, but will give preference to candidates who can teach existing courses on Chinese art, Japanese art, or Buddhist art. A teaching or research focus on transcultural exchange or museum practices is especially welcome. Applicants with related interests in design and urban history are also invited to apply.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Art and/or Architectural History or other related field required prior to appointment; ABD may also be considered
• Visiting faculty must hold a like or relevant position at another institution or have recently obtained a terminal degree
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively and facilitate student learning
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse faculty and student populations
• Ability to conduct independent, high-quality scholarship or creative practice

Nice To Haves

• Excellent record of scholarly, creative, or other professional accomplishment in relevant field
• Prior college or university-level teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Teach Seven classes, at the undergraduate and graduate levels

Benefits

• health insurance
• retirement plans
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees