New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a visiting professor (Open Rank) position in Public History, with an appointment term of up to three years beginning in the Academic Year 2025-2026. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of a Public History curriculum within the History Program and the Arts and Humanities Division and collaborate with community and public history stakeholders within and beyond the university. The successful candidate will teach and develop public history courses in the History Program based on program needs, including the theory and practice of public history. Preference will be given to candidates engaged in aspects of public history at the global level. 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 it 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 come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai campuses form the backbone of a unique global university. At one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents, faculty, and students have opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures. NYUAD is committed to building and strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging, and equity (IDBE), which is fundamental to the University’s commitment to excellence. Visit our website for more information on NYUAD’s commitment to IDBE and how these values are essential to our mission. 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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for faculty/academic staff to thrive. 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, supporting 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 (https://nyuad.nyu.edu/content/dam/nyuad/about/careers/magazines/NYU-Abu-Dhabi-Compensation-and-Benefits.pdf) Ph.D. in History, Public History, or related fields is required by August 1, 2025. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, possess teaching experience, maintain an active research agenda, demonstrate effective communication skills, and have graduate public history training. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in public history in one or more applied settings, including museums, the performing and visual arts, historical societies, archives, and public agencies. An interest in technology and AI would also be desirable. To apply, please submit: + CV + Cover letter of no more than two single-spaced pages outlining research and teaching + Candidates who advance beyond the initial review will be asked to send two letters of recommendation, one writing sample, and 2 sample course descriptions with required readings that could be taught at NYUAD. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled. Subject to final budget approval, the successful candidate can start the appointment and relocate to Abu Dhabi in the academic year 2025-2026. NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our university. For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecuitment@nyu.edu Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity, which are fundamental to the university's commitment to excellence. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of historically underrepresented groups, women, and UAE nationals. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a highly diverse and inclusive campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD #nyuadfacultycareers For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.