Art History Visiting Scholar

Responsibilities

• Teach one seminar in the social and material history of 19th-century art during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Develop course content covering topics such as British Aestheticism, Impressionism, American art, or transatlantic exchange.
• Integrate local New York City museum collections into the seminar curriculum.
• Conduct biweekly individual "conferences" with students to guide them through semester-long independent research projects.
• Support the development of undergraduate research, writing, and analytical skills through a unique pedagogical approach.

Requirements

• ABD or Ph.D. in Art History or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available).
• Ability to teach in person on campus for the duration of the contract.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching within a liberal arts framework.
• Ability to connect course topics to area museum collections.

About the Company

Sarah Lawrence College is a co-educational liberal arts college known for its unique pedagogy and commitment to intensive, individualized student engagement. Located in Bronxville, NY, the college emphasizes the development of critical thinking and independent research skills.