About Position/Job
The Department of History of Art at the University of Cambridge invites applications for a permanent Assistant Professor in Islamic Art (ca. 1500–ca. 1700), with a focus on the Safavid and/or Mughal Empires. This role supports Cambridge’s commitment to the global history of art and architecture and will contribute significantly to the Department’s academic goals, particularly in the new MPhil in the Global History of Art and Architecture, launching in 2026-27.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Assistant Professor in Islamic Art
- Institution: University of Cambridge
- Department: History of Art
- Research field: Islamic Art (Safavid and/or Mughal Empires)
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Number of post: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Start Date (Anticipated): 1 October 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: £46,735 – £59,139
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate
Research Area
- Islamic Art (ca. 1500–1700)
- Safavid and Mughal Empires
- Painting and Book Arts
- Metalwork, Ceramics, Sculpture
- Islamic Architecture
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in History of Art, South Asian or Middle Eastern Studies, or a related field
- High-level research achievement
- Ability to undertake collaborative research and secure external funding
Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching and examination experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- FHEA accreditation
- Experience in curriculum development
- Familiarity with Fitzwilliam Museum and/or Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and examination
- Supervise MPhil and PhD dissertations
- Support development of the MPhil in the Global History of Art and Architecture
- Conduct and publish high-level research
- Collaborate across departments and museums
Application Process
How to Apply:
Apply online through the University of Cambridge job portal. Click the “Apply” button to register and submit the application.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- Teaching statement
- Research statement (5-year plan)
- Two recent publications or writing samples
- CV including academic qualifications and list of publications
- Three references (to be sent to references@csah.cam.ac.uk)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 19 May 2025
- Deadline: 29 June 2025 (midnight BST)
- Interview Date: Expected in September 2025
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.cam.ac.uk
- Job Posting: Assistant Professor in Islamic Art (ca. 1500-ca. 1700) of the Safavid and/or Mughal Empires – Job Opportunities – University of Cambridge
- Apply now: The University of Cambridge: Web Recruitment
