Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois, is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Mathematics. The individual will be responsible for teaching a wide range of mathematics courses. Duties include teaching 2 courses per term for three ten-week terms, advising students and engaging in an ongoing program of research, scholarship and college service. Must have broad mathematics background with primary interest in algebra, geometry or applied mathematics.

Position requires a Ph.D. in mathematics and at least two years teaching experience, preferably at a liberal arts college. Experience must also include directing student research projects and research that lends itself to undergraduate participation. Position requires use of computer technology in teaching mathematics—in particular, Mathematica—which is used extensively in the calculus sequence and above.

An applicant who is interested in this position may submit a resume to the following individual for consideration: Dennis M. Schneider Professor and Acting Chair Department of Mathematics Knox College Galesburg, IL 61401, Electronic submissions to mathjob@knox.edu.

Visiting Faculty Position

The Asian Studies Program at Knox College invites applications for a one-year visiting position in Chinese language and area studies beginning September 2008. Knox is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

The successful candidate will join a thriving Japanese language program and help expand our Asian studies offerings in Chinese language and area studies. We anticipate conducting a tenure-line search during the 2008-2009 academic year.

Qualifications: PhD or advanced ABD; native or near native fluency in Mandarin and English; demonstrated excellence in scholarship and teaching required. For information about Knox, consult the College's website at www.knox.edu or contact mschneid@knox.edu.

Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability (including teaching evaluations, sample syllabi for courses you have taught or would like to teach, a teaching demonstration video, etc.), a description of current research and teaching interests, and three letters of reference to: Professor Michael A. Schneider, Chair, Asian Studies Program, Knox College, Box K-156, 2 East South St., Galesburg, IL 61401-4999. Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.

Knox College EOE/AA/Nondiscrimination Statement
In keeping with its 170-year commitment to equal rights, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation or affectional preference, age, marital status, disability or other irrelevant factors in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any of its educational policies and programs. Questions and comments regarding this policy should be addressed to the affirmative action officer, Gina Zindt, Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois, 61401-4999.