The Department of Fine Arts and Art History at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor specialized in the art history of the Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance or Baroque periods, with additional specialization in Museum Studies and History of Collections.

The successful applicant will contribute towards pre-twentieth century art history offerings both at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the department. The applicant must demonstrate evidence of promising scholarly research, with a clear interest and expertise in the history of museums, collections and curatorial practices. The ability to teach survey courses in more than one of the chronological time periods is required.

The successful applicant will also work with members of the department towards strengthening the nascent MA program in Art History and Curating. S/he will develop courses and work closely towards integrating the teaching curriculum with AUB Art Galleries.

The teaching load at the American University of Beirut is five courses per year. The language of instruction is in English.

The applicant must hold a PhD in Art History or a related field. ABDs (whose degrees will be conferred before August 2016) will be considered. Successful teaching at the college level is desirable.