Chair of Art and Art History, Professor

Job Type/Hours per Week

Full-Time/40 hours

Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Hiring Department

College of Arts and Science – Art and Art History

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a CV, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:   

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.

·         Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The University of Texas at Tyler, a dynamic and growing institution committed to fostering academic excellence and innovation, invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Art and Art History. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to contribute to a thriving academic community. The Chair will provide strategic leadership and direction for all aspects of the department and have responsibility for the coordination and administration of the overall academic agenda and education activities in the department, including program assessment. The Chair will lead the department toward its mission and set a vision for its growth.

The Chair will be responsible for pursuing and achieving departmental excellence in teaching, research, and service. Reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Chair will be instrumental in shaping the department’s future, enhancing its reputation, and ensuring its success in alignment with the college’s strategic goals. This is a fulltime, on campus position. Nominations are welcome.

Depending on availability of the top candidate, the position is expected start in Fall of 2024. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Essential Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the department with vision and integrity, serving as an exemplary role model in scholarship, teaching, and professional service.
• Engage actively in mentoring faculty and staff, promoting professional development, and nurturing emerging leaders within the department.
• Enhance the department’s presence on campus and in the broader community through active participation in campus events, collaborations, and public engagement.
• Encourage a culture of excellence in teaching, research, and creative activities.
• Foster an environment of collaborative decision-making, embracing shared governance and academic freedom.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and administrative functions effectively.
• Champion the development of dynamic philanthropic strategies in collaboration with College Advancement.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Art, Art History, or a related field represented by the Department.
• Academic credentials qualifying for tenure and rank of full professor.
• Nationally recognized record of scholarly and/or creative achievement.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.
• Proven ability in building trust through collaborative decision-making, embracing shared governance, and integrating with the community.
• Willingness to develop and engage in philanthropic fundraising.
• Experience in leading within a higher education environment, supporting faculty, staff, and students.
• Demonstrated experience in academic assessment.

Other Information

Please don’t hesitate to forward any questions or nominations to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Tanya Shtoyko, by email at [email protected] or by phone at (903)566-5502.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. 

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.