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University of California, Riverside
The Department of the History of Art at the University of California, Riverside announces a tenure-track position at Assistant Professor Rank in the History of Photography. We seek a scholar who works on the history of photography from the nineteenth century onwards and engages with the history of the medium (including both its early and recent forms) as part of the wider field of visual representation. As well as being aware of subject’s theoretical and interdisciplinary aspects, the successful candidate will be expected to take full advantage of the resources of the California Museum of Photography and other collections in Southern California. Duties also include participation in developing a proposal for a Ph.D. program, teaching courses ranging from lower division surveys to graduate seminars, advising and service.
Ph.D. required. Teaching experience, a clear commitment to teaching excellence, and a record or promise of research and publication in the history of photography are required. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, writing sample (30 pages maximum) and three letters of recommendation to Patricia Morton, Chair, History of Photography Search Committee, History of Art Department, University of California, Riverside, 900 University Ave., Riverside, CA 92521-0319. All these submitted materials will be evaluated. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Position begins July 1, 2009.
The University of California, Riverside, is an EEO/AA Employer
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