Boston University’s Department of History of Art & Architecture invites applications and nominations for a renewable four-year tenure-track position, beginning AY 2027–2028, as assistant professor of the History of Photography. Applicants should conduct research that explores the role of photographic images in the modern and contemporary periods in any region around the world, with close attention paid to the technology’s global dimensions and transcontinental circulation. We seek exceptional scholars and teachers who have broad knowledge of modern and contemporary photography and visual culture, and an interest in developing pedagogies that encourage full participation. Preference will be given to applicants who can teach European and American modernism at the undergraduate level. Boston University and the Department actively seek diversity in the student and faculty ranks, recognizing that pluralism of experience deepens the intellectual endeavor.
The successful candidate will: teach per annum two undergraduate lecture courses (including one on History of Photography) and two upper-level seminars for undergraduate and graduate students; conduct research in the area(s) of specialization; engage with the undergraduate History of Art & Architecture track and serve as an advisor for its majors, as well as for graduate students in history of modern and, if appropriate, contemporary art. The starting salary range is $94,000 - $100,000. PhD in hand by start of appointment; teaching experience and publications preferred.
Please submit in PDF or Word format the following materials to AcademicJobsOnline (https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/33021): 1) a curriculum vitae; 2) the names of three recommenders (letters will be solicited for the second round of the search); 3) a cover letter that describes in detail your research accomplishments and plans, and your teaching principles and approaches. Review of applications begins December 1, 2026. The first round of interviews will be conducted virtually. Professor Gregory Williams is Search Committee Chair (ghw@bu.edu). Questions about the position should be directed to ahdept@bu.edu.
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