Professor of Art History, Tenured/ Tenure-Track - Open Rank

NYU Abu Dhabi is pioneering a new model of higher education
for a global world, dedicated to excellence in teaching and
research and to advancing cooperation and progress on humanity?s
shared challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU global
network, it offers an outstanding liberal arts and sciences
education to students from the United Arab Emirates, the United
States, and around the world, with a distinctive focus on
intercultural understanding and leadership. It supports innovative
research and graduate education programs that push forward the
frontiers of knowledge and respond in powerful and
interdisciplinary ways to vital global and local
challenges.

Description

The Division of Arts and Humanities invites applications for a
tenure-track/ tenured Professor of Art History (Open rank)
specialising in Modern and Contemporary Arab Art History, in
Academic Year 2027-28. We seek a scholar who can demonstrate a
commitment to innovative research that is open to
cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. The successful
candidate will help develop collaborations with other programs in
the Arts & Humanities Division as well as with other divisions
at NYUAD. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate
teaching and advising in the Program, teaching in the Core
Curriculum, and service to the university.

The ideal candidate will have an established international
publication record and corresponding teaching experience, including
the expertise to supervise BA, MA, and PhD students. The ideal
candidate will have a PhD in art history and will contribute to
interdisciplinary programs in Middle East Studies, Global Studies,
Curatorial Studies and Public Humanities.

We seek a distinguished scholar whose research and teaching focus
on the visual arts of the Middle East and North Africa, with
particular interest in one or more of the following areas:

• Modern and contemporary Arab art
• Arab visual culture
• Global modernisms
• Cross-cultural artistic exchange
• Postcolonial and decolonial art histories
• Museum and curatorial studies
• Cultural heritage and identity formation
• Transnational art movements

About NYU Abu Dhabi

https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/
NYU
Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research
campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American
research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top
30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the
highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi
has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across
the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and
scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences,
engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an
increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and
progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s
high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak
over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu
Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global
university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience
varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one
or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six
continents.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination,
anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal
access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in
learning, research, and teaching.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright,
intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus
environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care.
The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive
record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other
global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the
University; the current graduate student population of over 100
students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral
programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work;
it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we
offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous
relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents;
access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is
committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic
trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class
research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches.
Support for dual-career families is a priority.
Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your
dependents.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Art History, Humanities, Middle East Studies, or a

closely related field.

• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
• Evidence of successful university-level teaching.
• Expertise in modern and contemporary art of the Arab

world.

Preferred:

• Record of museum, curatorial, or exhibition experience.
• Experience securing external grants and research funding.
• Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses connecting art

history, cultural studies, and cross-cultural scholarship.

• Knowledge of the Arabic language and culture.

Responsibilities

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Supervise M.A. and Ph.D. students.
• Maintain an active research and publication program.
• Participate in departmental and university service.
• Foster collaborations with museums, archives, and cultural

institutions.

Application Instructions

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Sample publications
• Contact information for three references

The university is committed to fostering an inclusive academic
environment and welcomes applications from scholars whose work
advances understanding of diverse artistic traditions and global
perspectives.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, beginning
immediately. Shortlisted candidates are expected to be invited for
campus visits in Abu Dhabi in Fall 2026. We anticipate that
successful candidates can start the appointment and relocate to Abu
Dhabi in the academic year 2027- 2028, subject to final budget
approval.

NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications
from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will
contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic
community.

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line
with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.
For questions about this position, please email
nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu .

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qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to
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