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This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a program allowing employees to work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.

Assistant Professor, Contemporary Art, Tenure Track, Starting September 1, 2026

  • Galloway, New Jersey
  • School of Arts & Humanities
  • Faculty Full-time
  • Opening on: Nov 13 2025
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Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)

Department: School of Arts and Humanities

Salary Range: $69,373.45 - $79,781.83

Salary Information: Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package

Work Hours: varies

Brief Job Overview/Summary

The Visual Arts Program (Art Department) at Stockton University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Art History beginning September 2026. Ph.D. (or Ph.D. by September 2026) is required, with college-level teaching experience and publications record. Academic experience with culturally diverse populations is desired.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Preference is given to candidates whose teaching and scholarship emphasizes modern or contemporary periods of the 20th and 21st centuries in a global, diverse context.

  • Teach six four-credit courses per academic year in the Visual Arts program, as described below. A course release in the first semester of service is likely
  • Offer courses in area of specialization, two-semester art history survey, and other courses as needed, including senior project for art history majors, elective courses for visual arts majors, and courses for the University’s General Studies curriculum
  • Maintain an active practice of scholarship and publication in the field of art history and directly related disciplines
  • Serve as chair of the University Art Gallery Committee and as liaison to the Gallery Exhibitions Coordinator
  • Support students as a preceptor (advisor), mentor, and by maintaining office hours
  • Contribute to the function and educational objectives of the program and school, providing service to the program, university, and local or national communities
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities and the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to teach courses with an emphasis on art in a global, diverse context

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in art history.  Doctoral degree must be conferred prior to the start of contract
  • College-level teaching experience
  • Record of publications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Specialization in modern or contemporary art history
  • Interest in incorporating issues of race and gender in appropriate courses
  • Academic experience with culturally diverse populations
  • Experience working collaboratively with faculty in other disciplines

Screening Information:
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by January 17, 2026 will receive full consideration.

How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include the name, phone number and email of three professional references within the application in addition to the following required documents listed below. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward. 

  • A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Unofficial Graduate transcripts
  • Teaching philosophy statement (1 page)
  • Samples of scholarly or creative work (e.g. documents, video, etc.)

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Please note:

  • Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (including, but not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process by contacting Bart Musitano, Manager for University Pensions and Benefits within the Office of Human Resources (Main Campus, J-115) at 609-652-4384, Monday-Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check, which may include social intelligence from a consumer reporting agency.
  • In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
  • Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act (Clery Act), prospective employees may access Stockton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) at https://www.stockton.edu/police/crime-statistics.html. The ASFSR contains the previous three years of reported Clery Act crime statistics, fire safety information and information regarding campus and personal safety. Paper copies of the report are available at the Stockton University Police Department, building 71, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township, NJ, or call 609-652-4390, to request that a copy be sent via postal mail.

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