VISITING PROFESSOR OF AFRICANA VISUAL & MATERIAL VISUAL CULTURE OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA

VISITING PROFESSOR OF AFRICANA VISUAL & MATERIAL VISUAL CULTURE OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA

Howard University Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts Department of Art Search

JOB DESCRIPTION TYPE

FULL-TIME The Department of Art at Howard University ( finearts.howard.edu ) is seeking application for a Visiting Professor of Africana Visual & Material Culture, beginning Fall 2026. This position will work with Art History/Visual Culture faculty, and faculty in the other seven departmental concentrations, to offer new courses toward the development of a new visual and material culture area of study. We are seeking scholars to advance the Department of Art's commitment to training of "aesthetic cultural leaders and activists". As a historically Black, private university dedicated to educating cultural leaders equipped to drive change and equity in the global art economy, the Department of Art is devoted to the perpetual growth and development of the African Diasporic experience through the study and practice of visual and material culture of the African Diaspora. The Department of Art meets the educational needs of students by offering exemplar instruction in the practice, history, and criticism of the visual arts and design. The Department of Art seeks to maintain an atmosphere conducive to developing skilled and knowledgeable graduates who are prepared for the twenty-first century to compete for professional positions and engage in entrepreneurial endeavors as artists, designers, fashion merchandisers, interior designers, museum administrators and cultural scholars. The Department recognizes its unique advantage and responsibility to reflect, affirm, and perpetuate the visual expression of the African American and African Diaspora experience. We seek a scholar in the fields of visual culture studies, material culture studies, or art history. We also welcome interdisciplinary art scholars who have explored their disciplines in museological practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate success in teaching and guiding art students toward proficiency in critically analyzing Africana visual and material culture as well as exposure to relevant professions in the field, scholarly contributions to the discipline, and a commitment to the missions, visions and values of Howard University, the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts and the Department of Art. The ideal candidate will also have demonstrable interdisciplinary experience within academia and a passion for current analytical and pedagogical trends.

Duties primarily include:

Instructional duties

• teaching courses in visual culture, material culture, art criticism, or art history with a minimum/maximum workload of 2/3 courses per academic semester. Research Scholarship and Creative duties
• pursuing professional growth through funded research, scholarly writing, curatorial practice appropriate to the discipline of visual culture studies, material culture studies or art history. Departmental, College and University Service duties
• serving on departmental, college committees focused on the development of the new visual and material culture area of studies.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in visual culture studies or art history or related discipline completed by date of employment At least 5 years teaching experience Substantial experience as art history or visual culture scholar, with active publication or curatorial record

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Expected Pay Range:

$80,000

• $90,000; the current salary range is commensurate with market value and candidate's experience.

To apply, please submit the following. Letter addressing the listed qualifications, pedagogical/andragogical philosophies, administrative experience and a statement regarding any personal alignment with the mission of Howard University Curriculum vitae Three letters of Recommendation emailed directly from the recommenders to Dr. Raimi Gbadamosi, Chair of the Department of Art with the following

SUBJECT HEADING

Letter of Recommendation

• [

CANDIDATE'S NAME

] Professional work samples

• links to online websites, video and/or audio recordings and photographs, etc.

representative of the applicant's career and body of work Send your letter of application, CV, and links to: Search Committee Chair, Finearts-search@howard.edu

SUBJECT:

Visiting Professor of Africana Visual & Material Culture

• [NAME] Notes About the

Candidate Review Process:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled . You will receive emailed confirmation of receipt upon the submission of your letter, CV, resume, letters of recommendation, and work samples. Upon review of your materials, you may be invited to apply for the advertised position via a link from the HU Office of the Provost. Once your application is submitted online, it will be reviewed by the Departmental Chair, Departmental Search Committee, Departmental Appointments, Promotions and Tenure (APT) Committee, College of Fine Arts APT Committee, the College Dean and the Office of the Provost for their recommendations and/or approvals regarding the advancement of your candidacy for the position in question. Final candidates will be invited to engage faculty, students and staff either in-person and/or virtually in a round of mandatory interviews. After all processes are complete according to the procedures outlined in the HU Faculty Handbook, a formal offer will be made and, if accepted, your application will be advanced to the stage of hire. You can expect the process to take at least 12 weeks (about 3 months). This position has an anticipated start date in August 2026.

ABOUT HOWARD UNIVERSITY

Howard University, established in 1867, is a leading private research university based in Washington, D.C. Howard's 14 schools and colleges offer 140 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs and lead the nation in producing African Americans with professional doctoral degrees. Howard is the top-ranked historically Black college or university (HBCU) according to Forbes, the only HBCU with an R1 research institution designation, and the only HBCU ranked among U.S. News & World Report's Top 100 National Universities. Renowned for its esteemed faculty, high achieving students, and commitment to excellence, leadership, truth and service, Howard produces distinguished alumni across all sectors, which have included the first Black U.S. Supreme Court justice and the first woman U.S. vice president; a Noble Prize laureate; Schwarzman, Marshall, Rhodes and Truman Scholars; prestigious fellows; and over 170 Fulbright recipients. Learn more at www.howard.edu .

Benefits Offered Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support

Work-Life Balance:

PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements

Financial Wellness:

Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match

Professional Development:

Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths

Additional Perks:

Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture Job location Washington, D.C. Howard University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.