Professor of Visual Arts

DESCRIPTION

The Department of Visual Arts (DoVA) at the University of Chicago invites applications from practicing artists well-versed in contemporary issues across all artistic disciplines to join the tenure-track faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The selected candidate will pursue their own creative agenda, will collaborate with faculty in the Department of Visual Arts and other areas of the Division of the Arts & Humanities and University on creative, research, and pedagogical projects. Faculty members in DoVA typically teach four courses per year on the quarter system in both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Additional responsibilities include advising at all levels of the program and service on departmental and University committees.

SALARY RANGE OR PAY GRADE

Assistant Professor: $90,000-$120,000; Associate Professor: $115,000-$150,000; Full Professor $140,000-$200,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.

This is a benefits-eligible position. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have an active artistic agenda resulting in a national and/or international exhibition and publication history, or the potential to develop such a history, as well as a record of teaching and mentoring expertise at the undergraduate and graduate levels, or the potential to become an excellent teacher and mentor. The selected candidate will also be expected to participate in helping shape the future of a visual arts department housed within an internationally renowned research institution.

Applicants must have completed all requirements for receipt of an MFA in a relevant visual arts area or other relevant degree prior to the start of the appointment or must have comparable professional experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago's recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/189582. Review of applications will begin on September 8, 2026, and will continue until the posting is closed or a candidate is selected.

Application Materials

• A current curriculum vitae containing name, phone, email, mailing address, website (if applicable), as well as education, residencies, exhibition, and publications
• A cover letter that addresses your artistic background and experience, teaching experience, and interest in joining the faculty of a research institution.
• An artist statement articulates how the applicant's work engages its form. What are your ambitions for your work?
• Portfolio link to samples of work, including titles, scale and materials information
• Contact information for three recommenders who may be asked to provide letters on behalf of your application

Only complete applications can be considered. Applicants will be asked to provide a teaching statement and other additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Joyce Kuechler at jkuechler@uchicago.edu.

This position is contingent upon budgetary approval.

INTERFOLIO FACULTY SEARCH

The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application please check out Interfolio's help and support section or get in touch via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807.