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Cincinnati Children's

Muslim Chaplain

Kasota, MN · On-site

$53K - $67K/yr

Others gain strength from things like music, art, stories, or nature. Some need a good listener ... Teach colleagues about Islam & Islamic culture * Cultivate relationships with local Muslim leaders ...

Cincinnati Children's

Muslim Chaplain

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$53K - $67K/yr

Others gain strength from things like music, art, stories, or nature. Some need a good listener to ... Teach colleagues about Islam & Islamic culture * Cultivate relationships with local Muslim leaders ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for director islamic art in the United States is $121,757.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,000.00 and $127,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Islamic Art vs Curator Islamic Art?

AspectDirector Islamic ArtCurator Islamic Art
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in art history or Islamic studies, leadership experienceUsually holds a master's or doctorate in art history, Islamic studies, or related fields
Work EnvironmentLeads departments, manages teams, oversees exhibitions and collectionsResearches, selects, and organizes exhibitions, manages collections
Employer & Industry UsageMuseums, cultural institutions, galleries

The main difference is that the Director Islamic Art oversees the entire department, manages staff, and sets strategic goals, while the Curator Islamic Art focuses on researching, selecting, and organizing specific exhibitions and collections within the Islamic art field.

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Infographic showing various Director Islamic Art job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $121,757 per year, or $58.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor of Art History

Middletown, CT • On-site

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Newspaper Publishers • 201 - 500 employees
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$75 - $100/hr

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Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

Position Overview

Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Art History, beginning July 1, 2027. We seek a historian of pre‑modern Islamic Art, working on periods before 1800. Specialists in any subfield or geographic region are welcome; special consideration will be given to scholars of South, Central, and/or West Asian art. Candidates from the fields of art and architectural history and archaeology are welcome to apply.

The teaching load is 2/2 on campus. Additional duties include advising and mentoring students, carrying out a program of research, and participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level. Wesleyan values scholarship and teaching, offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits. Successful candidates will join a distinguished Art History Program that shares the university’s commitment to teaching and research. A robust scholarly practice is expected and a strong publishing record during the first years will be required for promotion.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Art History or a related field in hand by the time of appointment. A successful candidate may be hired as an Instructor if the Ph.D. is not yet completed, but the Ph.D. must be completed within one year of hire.

Application Requirements
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of current research
  • Writing sample (dissertation chapter or published article)
  • Documentation of teaching interests and/or experience, including teaching statement and course syllabi, and student evaluations if available

In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college’s commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Applicants will also provide contact information for three referees from whom confidential letters of recommendation will be obtained.

Applications completed by December 1, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Work location: On campus.
All offers to external applicants are contingent on completion of a pre‑employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Contact: Song Keng Teoh, Administrative Assistant, Art History, steoh@wesleyan.edu, 860-685-2682.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non‑position‑related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non‑discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator. Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.

For more information on compensation, visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html. For detailed information on employee benefits and development opportunities, visit https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.

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