Pratt Institute is hiring: Assistant Professor in Transregional Visual and/or Ma

Assistant Professor in Transregional Visual and/or Material Culture, pre-1900 Salary: $85,000.00 - $87,500.00 Annually Location: NY, NY Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 202500260 Department: History of Art and Design Closing: 1/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern About Pratt Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world‑class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25‑acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting‑edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000‑square‑foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY). Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are: Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers, Socially responsible and equity‑centered creatives, Adaptable and resilient global stewards, Inquisitive and compassionate community members. Description The History of Art and Design Department at Pratt Institute invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in Art, Design, Visual, and/or Material Culture to begin in Fall 2026. We seek a scholar working on transregional/transnational exchanges prior to 1900 to enrich and complement the department and its curriculum. Fields of specialization are open; we encourage scholars working on South‑South, East‑West, and South‑North exchanges to apply. We value applicants whose research and teaching demonstrate a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches and creative and inclusive pedagogies. Successful candidates will be able to teach a range of courses from introductory art and design history classes to graduate seminars, and supervise M.A. theses. The History of Art and Design Department also offers an Advanced Certificate in Museum Studies and an Advanced Certificate in Design History, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Examples of Duties Teach courses in your field that contribute to the Department, School and Institute curriculum, including the General Education program. Demonstrate and maintain a substantial program of research and publication that contributes to a discipline or academic field at a national or international level. This includes scholarly monographs, edited volumes, and peer‑reviewed journals. Tenure‑track faculty should present peer‑reviewed papers at conferences on a regular basis, and are expected to publish a monograph (or equivalent) during the tenure review period. Participate in curriculum development and assessment of student learning. Participate in committee work and other service to the Department, School and Institute. Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives. Provide leadership for area faculty and staff. Contribute to the life of the department, School, and Institute. Along with other full‑time faculty in the department, maintain a full‑time load of 12 contact hours per semester (including 9 hours of teaching, plus research and service). Qualifications An earned doctorate in the history of art, history of design, or a suitably aligned field is preferred but ABD candidates close to completion may also be considered. Candidates should have ideally at least 3 years teaching experience at the college level. Candidates also must have excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated intercultural competence, and the ability to work well with diverse populations. Members of underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply. Completed applications received by January 15, 2026 will be assured full consideration. Application Instructions A cover letter and two statements (maximum of five pages total, including one page for the statement on research and one page for the statement on teaching) should describe how research, scholarship, and creative work align with the values and mission of Pratt Institute, and how you would contribute to the intellectual and creative community of the School. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. Please submit the following materials via our application site: Cover letter, addressing qualifications as outlined by the position's responsibilities Demonstrated alignment of research, scholarship, and work with the value of Pratt Statement on teaching Curriculum vitae (CV) Sample syllabi (up to 2 courses historically taught or would like to teach) Names and contact information for three professional references Academic writing sample (e.g. 1 journal article, 1 chapter, etc.) Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse populations * Please Note: We are currently unable to support new H-1b visas for candidates residing outside of the United States. Benefits Medical Dental Vision HSA Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D Company Sponsored Long Term Disability Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care) Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking) Disability (NYS) Voluntary Short Term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance 403B Retirement Plan Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick) Supplemental Information ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The History of Art and Design Department (HAD) is situated in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences (SLAS). In addition to teaching an array of art and design history topics to undergraduate and graduate students, the department is also deeply embedded in, and committed to, Pratt's General Education program that includes the History of Art and Design first‑year sequence. The department offers two bachelor's degrees: a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BA and BFA), two Master's degrees (MA in the History of Art and Design and a dual MA/MLIS in the History of Art and Design and the School of Information), two graduate certificates (Museum Studies and Design History), as well as an undergraduate minor in the History of Art and Design. ABOUT THE SCHOOL The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences (SLAS) at Pratt Institute comprises the departments of History of Art and Design; Math and Science; Humanities and Media Studies; Writing; and Social Science and Cultural Studies. It delivers a Liberal Arts and Sciences education to all Pratt students through the Institute's General Education program and multiple minors as well as degree programs that include a BFA and MFA in Creative Writing; a BA in Critical and Visual Studies; an MA in Media Studies; and a BA, BFA, MA in History of Art and Design, along with a dual MA/MSLIS in History of Art and Design and the School of Information. These programs are integral to Pratt's commitment to an education for creative thinkers prepared to participate in making a better world. Like the Institute, the School foregrounds its commitment to the education and support of artists, makers, thinkers, and professionals, and to ensuring equitable access and opportunity throughout its curriculum and community. This search seeks applicants who can contribute meaningfully to meeting these goals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The History of Art and Design Department at Pratt Institute invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in Art, Design, Visual, and/or Material Culture . Successful candidates will be able to teach a range of courses from introductory art and design history classes to graduate seminars, and supervise M.A. theses . En Español: Profesor Asistente en Cultura Visual y/o Material Transregional, pre-1900 Salario: $85,000.00 - $87,500.00 Anualmente Ubicación: NY, NY Tipo de trabajo: Número de empleo a tiempo completo: 202500260 Departamento: Historia del arte y el diseño Cierre: 1/15/2026 11:59 PM Este Sobre Pratt Institute proporciona a los líderes creativos del mañana el conocimiento profesional y la experiencia para hacer un mundo mejor. Una universidad de clase mundial e internacionalmente clasificada con programas en arte, diseño, arquitectura, ciencias liberales y estudios de información, Pratt ofrece casi 50 programas de licenciatura y posgrado. El impacto del Instituto se expande más allá de su campus residencial de 25 hectáreas en Brooklyn para reducir las instalaciones residenciales en todo el barrio, un edificio histórico y una galería pública en Manhattan, así como otros centros educativos, Prat College of Art and Design en Nueva York (en 1887) Como comunidad, nos definimos como establecedores de estándares que son: solucionadores de problemas con recursos y colaboración, creativos socialmente responsables y centrados en la equidad, administradores globales adaptables y resilientes, miembros comunitarios inquisitivos y compasivos. Descripción El Departamento de Historia del Arte y Diseño del Instituto Pratt invita a solicitar un puesto docente de tiempo completo en el rango de profesor asistente en arte, diseño, visual y / o cultura material para comenzar en otoño 2026. Buscamos un estudiante que trabaje en intercambios transregionales/transnacionales antes de 1900 para enriquecer y complementar el departamento y su currículo. Demostrar y mantener un programa sustancial de investigación y publicación que contribuya a una disciplina o campo académico a nivel nacional e internacional. Esto incluye monografías científicas, volúmenes editados y revistas revisadas por pares. La facultad tenure-track debe presentar artículos revisados por pares en conferencias con regularidad, y se espera que publique una monografía (o equivalente) durante el período de revisión del mandato. Participar en el desarrollo del currículo y la evaluación del aprendizaje de los estudiantes. Participar en el trabajo de comités y otros servicios al Departamento, Escuela e Instituto. Contribuir a iniciativas interdisciplinarias. Proporcionar liderazgo para profesores y personal de área. Contribuir a la vida del departamento, escuela e instituto. Una carta de presentación y dos declaraciones (un máximo de cinco páginas en total, incluida una página para la declaración sobre investigación y una pagina para la afirmación sobre enseñanza) deben describir cómo se alinean la investigación, las becas y el trabajo creativo con los valores y misión del Instituto Pratt, y cómo contribuirías a la comunidad intelectual y creativa de la Escuela. Se pueden solicitar materiales adicionales en una fecha posterior. Por favor envíe los siguientes materiales a través de nuestro sitio de solicitud: Carta de presentación, que aborda las calificaciones descritas por las responsabilidades del puesto Demostrada alineación demostrada de investigación, beca y trabajo con el valor de Pratment Statement on Teaching Curriculum vitae (CV) Muestreo de sílabas (hasta 2 cursos históricamente o quisiera enseñar). Nombres e información de contacto para tres referencias profesionales muestras de escritura académica (por ejemplo, capítulo 1, artículo 1 , etc.) Beneficios Médicos Visión Dental HSA Compañía Patrocinada Vida Básica y AD&D Sociedad patrocinado A largo plazo Discapacidad Flex Cuenta de Gastos (Salud, Atención Dependiente) Beneficies de viaje (Transit & Parking) Incapacidad (NYS) Voluntaria Disfunción a corto plazo Seguro de vida voluntario 403B Plan de jubilación Plano de Jubilación Suplemental Voluntario Pagado Tiempo Off (Vac & Sick) Información suplementaria sobre el DEPARTMENT El Departamento de Historia del Arte y Diseño (HAD) se encuentra en la Escuela de Artes y Ciencias Liberales (SLAS). Además de enseñar una variedad de temas de historia del arte y diseño para estudiantes de pregrado y posgrado, el departamento también está profundamente integrado y comprometido con el programa de educación general de Pratt que incluye la historia de las artes y los medios de comunicación. Ofrece una educación en Artes y Ciencias Liberales a todos los estudiantes de Pratt a través del programa de Educación General del Instituto y múltiples menores, así como programas de grado que incluyen un BFA y MFA en Escritura Creativa; un BA en Estudios Críticos y Visuales; un MA en Media Studies; y un BA, BFA, MA en Historia del Arte y Diseño, junto con un doble MA / MSLIS en historia del arte y el diseño y la Escuela de Información. Estos programas son parte integrante del compromiso de Prat con una educación para pensadores creativos preparados para participar en hacer un mundo mejor. Al igual que el instituto, la escuela pone en primer plano su compromiso con la educación y apoyo de artistas, fabricantes, pensadores y profesionales, y garantizar el acceso equitativo y las oportunidades de género durante todo su currículo y comunidad. Esta búsqueda busca candidatos que puedan contribuir significativamente al cumplimiento de estos objetivos. 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