The DepartmentThe School of Philosophy and Art History at the University of Essex is pleased to invite applications for a fixed-term Lecturer in Art History.
Essex Art History is part of the School of Philosophy and Art History, a community of academics who share a common project of researching and teaching art and ideas. We were ranked in the top ten in the REF 2014 and 5th in Times Good University Guide 2017. We offer a wide range of courses for undergraduates, taught postgraduates and doctoral research students in an environment that emphasises collaboration and collegiality for both research and teaching. The University is home to the largest public collection of Latin American art in Europe (www.escala.org.uk) and a campus gallery called Art Exchange. We also have strong links with regional visual arts organisations including Firstsite (www.firstsite.uk.net) in Colchester.
The Role and DutiesThe post is full-time, running for 4 months as a leave arrangement funded by the Leverhulme Trust. The postholder will be expected to contribute broadly to teaching activities within the School, and to participate in the usual range of administrative duties associated with teaching. You will be required to teach three modules, a third-year module on Photography in History, a first-year module on Art Revolutions, and a second-year module (either "After Impressionism: European Art from Van Gogh to Klimt" or "Picturing the City I").
Anticipated start date of 1 September 2017.
Qualifications and Skills requiredEssential qualifications for the post include: a PhD (or one awaiting examination) in Art History or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience; and experience of teaching in a higher education environment or the demonstrable potential for excellence in teaching.
At the University of Essex internationalism is central to who we are and what we do. We are committed to being a cosmopolitan, internationally-oriented university that is welcoming to staff and students from all countries and a university where you can find the world in one place.
Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application.
Applications should be made by email to: Professor Fabian Freyenhagen: ffrey@essex.ac.uk
If you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 874693/873521).
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