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Lecturer in Art Market Studies

Courtauld Institute of Art, University of London - History of Art

Location: London
Salary: £52,947 to £60,658 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 8th January 2026
Closes: 1st February 2026
Job Ref: 283

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job description

To expand its successful new postgraduate programme in Art and Business, the Courtauld is seeking to appoint a new permanent member of faculty with expertise in one of two priority areas:

EITHER

Art markets outside Western Europe and the USA

OR

Technological change and innovation in art markets

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with academic and/or professional specialism in either historical or contemporary art markets and encourage connections and comparisons across different periods and geographies. We are seeking to appoint a colleague whose research and methodological approach will enhance and extend our existing strengths across the faculty.

Role Details

Permanent | Full-Time | Salary: £52,947

About The Courtauld

The Courtauld is a specialist university and home to the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK. We advance how people see and understand visual arts through internationally-renowned teaching and research.

Key Responsibilities

  • To play a leading role in the delivery of the Courtauld’s innovative postgraduate Art and Business programme, with a curriculum rooted in advanced research, a critical understanding of the workings of art markets, and a sophisticated engagement with theory and method.
  • To work closely with Courtauld colleagues and our collaborators (including King’s) in delivering the MA in Art and Business.
  • To teach at all levels of the undergraduate and postgraduate programme, delivering modules to students, ranging from those who have little or no previous knowledge to advanced research students.
  • To undertake PhD supervision.
  • To provide pastoral care and support to students and to maintain records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
  • To actively pursue outstanding research and grant applications which lead to regular publications and other outputs at the very highest level, and which has a significant impact beyond the academy.
  • To be a member of the Academic Board, the formal academic decision-making body of The Courtauld, and to serve on other committees by election or nomination.
  • To take on key leadership roles in the administration of the History of Art department, and academic governance of the Courtauld, as required.
  • To undertake appropriate training as part of continuing professional development, including a higher education teaching qualification.
  • To actively promote the interests of The Courtauld as a whole and its future wellbeing by participation in institutional activities, including support for Advancement and fundraising activities.

Why Join Us?

At The Courtauld, we offer a supportive and inspiring environment where professional growth is encouraged. Some of our benefits include:

30 days annual leave + 6 office closure days | Bicycle Loan, Season Ticket Loan | Free Gallery Access & Discounts | Staff discounts at our onsite café and coffee shop | Wellbeing Support & Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Review the Job Description and Person Specification, then complete the online application (via the 'Apply' button above).

Interview Date: TBC

If you have any questions, please contact peoplequeries@courtauld.ac.uk 

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