LSU Shreveport invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Art History, beginning August 2027. We seek a colleague committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and student success in a diverse and inclusive environment. The desired applicant will hold a Ph. D. in Art History or a closely related field by August 18, 2027. All full-time faculty teach 12 credit hours per semester. The successful candidate will teach a range of art history courses, including lower-level survey courses, upper-level specialized topics, and the opportunity to contribute at the graduate level to our interdisciplinary Master of Liberal Arts program. The position reports to the Chair of the Department of Arts and Media.

Responsibilities:

Teach lower-level survey courses and upper-level/specialized courses in art history. Revise existing art history courses and develop new courses to broaden and strengthen the curriculum. Mentor students in academic and professional development. Maintain an active program of scholarly research and publication. Participate in service at the departmental, college, and university levels.

Required Qualifications:

Ph. D. in Art History or closely related field (in hand by August 18, 2027). Demonstrated ability to teach introductory and advanced courses in art history. Evidence of scholarly research with potential for continued productivity. Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and commitment to accessible teaching practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience at the college level. Ability to teach courses across a broad chronological and geographical range. Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and/or community engagement. Commitment to innovative pedagogy and student success.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, and professional development support.

Application Process:

Digital application packets are preferred and should be emailed (with "Art History Application" as the subject line) to Faith Phillips, Arts & Media Administrative Assistant, at faith.phillips@lsus.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, we will give priority to applications received by Friday, October 31 st , 2025. For accessibility accommodations during any part of the hiring process, contact disabilityservices@lsus.edu / 318-797-5116. LSUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Application materials must include: Letter of application Current curriculum vitae Three current letters of reference Teaching statement and sample syllabus List of courses taught (including teaching assistant experience, if applicable) About the

Department of Arts and Media:

The Department of Arts and Media at LSU Shreveport is a vibrant, interdisciplinary hub that brings together faculty and students from Digital Arts, Mass Communication, Theater, Music, and Communication Studies. The department fosters creativity and collaboration across disciplines, encouraging innovative teaching, research, and performance. Faculty and students regularly engage in projects that cross departmental and college boundaries, reflecting LSUS's commitment to integrative learning and community engagement. This collaborative spirit makes Arts and Media an exciting place for both academic and creative growth.

About LSU Shreveport and Shreveport:

LSUS boasts a high percentage of faculty with terminal degrees. With over 10,000 students, LSUS boasts the highest number of graduate students in the state. LSUS has more than 20 undergraduate degree programs, and more than a dozen graduate programs, including a Doctor of Education (Ed. D.) in Leadership Studies. Named by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the most affordable colleges in Louisiana, LSU Shreveport offers high-quality classroom instruction with very affordable tuition rates. In addition, LSUS offers many forms of financial aid, including scholarships, on-campus employment, and graduate assistantships. With recent expansion in the university's infrastructure and investment in educational technology, these improvements continue to enhance the student experience at LSU Shreveport, and the University has proven itself to be an institution of opportunity and quality. The Shreveport-Bossier City area offers an attractive quality of life, combining the conveniences of a big city with the warmth and hospitality of a smaller town. With a metropolitan population of more than 380,000, the Shreveport-Bossier City area offers a low cost of living, affordable housing, and many diverse dining and entertainment options. Exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities abound. Frequently called 'A Sportsman's Paradise,' the area's mild climate, various lakes and rivers, and beautiful parks create the perfect setting for jogging, bicycling, water sports, hunting and fishing. For other recreational activities, Shreveport-Bossier is home to riverboat casinos and horse racing at Louisiana Downs. Additional entertainment venues include the Brookshire Grocery Arena which hosts numerous musical events, comedians, rodeos, children's events and ice-skating productions, among others. Shreveport also hosts dozens of festivals such as Mardi Gras, Louisiana Prize Fest, the Red River Revel, and Taco Wars, with regional food and music, and offers regular theatrical productions, ballet performances, as well as performances by the Shreveport Symphony and the Shreveport Opera. Shreveport is also home to the American Rose Garden.