Art History
Modern Languages
Political Science and International Relations
Classics
Art History Position - Two Year Appointment - (CAA Job Description 2008-2009)
Knox College is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor in Art History, two year fulltime appointment. We are searching for a pre-modern generalist with a specialty in any period from ancient art through Renaissance. Secondary areas in architecture and non-Western art a plus. Responsibilities include teaching Western art history survey courses, period courses in ancient, medieval and Renaissance art, as well as upper level courses in one's specialty. Periodic teaching in the college's first-year preceptorial program is also required. Additional duties include advising art history majors, participation in department service and directing senior art history theses.
Our small and dynamic department combines studio art and art history, and we are currently developing a museum studies concentration. A full teaching load is two courses per term for three ten-week terms. Course levels range from introductory 100-level offerings to upper level topical seminars.
Applicants should have the Ph.D. by August 2009 and college teaching experience is preferred. A strong commitment to a liberal arts education is also essential. Submit a letter of interest, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi and publications and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Art and Art History Department, Box # K-91, Knox College, 2 East South Street, Galesburg, Illinois 61401-4999. Please include your phone number and e-mail address in your application.
Modern Languages
The Modern Languages and Literatures Program at Knox College invites applications for a one-year visiting position(s) in Spanish language and area studies beginning September 2009. Knox is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
Qualifications: PhD/ABD preferred. Candidate(s) must have native/near-native fluency. Expertise preferred in Latin American literature and/or teaching Spanish as a second language with the proven ability and commitment to teaching language and literature at all undergraduate levels. Candidate(s) must have interest in participating in college-wide interdisciplinary programs and departmental study abroad sponsorship.
To be assured consideration send CV, letter of application, transcripts and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Timothy Foster, K-140, 2 East South Street, Galesburg, IL 61401.
Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Political Science and International Relations invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Comparative Politics for the 2009-2010 academic year with a possibility of extension for an additional academic year. Ability to teach a research methods course or to contribute to our team taught American National Government course will be a plus. We are looking for someone with an interactive teaching style who will teach six courses over three ten-week terms.
Please send a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, student evaluations, and other supporting materials to Peggy Danielson, Secretary, Political Science search, Box K-186, Knox College, Galesburg, IL 61401 or by email to pdaniels@knox.edu. To receive full consideration, applications should be received by April 6th, 2009.
Questions should be addressed to Duane Oldfield, Chair, Department of Political Science and International Relations or by email to doldfiel@knox.edu. Let him know if you will be available for an interview at the MPSA conference.
Classics
The Department of Classics at Knox College invites applications for an anticipated full-time visiting position at the level of Instructor or Assistant Professor, to begin September 2009. The position is for one year. The teaching load will be two courses per term (six courses over three 10-week terms). We seek candidates who are broadly trained and are prepared to teach Latin and Greek at all levels, as well as courses in translation on Greek and Roman culture.
Applicants should send a cover letter, c.v., graduate transcript, three letters of reference, and sample syllabi from relevant courses you have taught in the past to: Professor Brenda Fineberg, Chair, Department of Classics, Knox College, 2 E. South St., Galesburg, IL 61401. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure fullest consideration, applications should arrive by April 15. Qualifications: PhD or advanced ABD in classics.
Knox is an independent, highly selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. For more information about Knox: http://www.knox.edu .
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Knox College EOE/AA/Nondiscrimination Statement
In keeping with its 172-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 identity or expression, 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.
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