Visiting Assistant Professorships
Applications are invited for two Visiting Assistant Professorships commencing August 8, 2010. These will be annual appointments with the possibility of two subsequent one-year appointments depending on performance, funding, and need of services. A Ph.D. in mathematics or a Ph.D. dissertation accepted with only formalities to be completed is required by the time of appointment. The Department seeks candidates whose research interests mesh well with current faculty. The Department has research groups in algebra, analysis, differential equations, geometry/topology, and number theory. Successful candidates are expected to participate in the Department's programs integrating undergraduate and graduate research, including mentoring undergraduate students during summer programs. The successful candidate should have strong research credentials as well as strong accomplishments or promise in teaching, and should value working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.
Applicants must submit the following: A letter of application, curriculum vita, outline of teaching philosophy, a statement of research objectives, and four letters of reference, at least one of which addresses the applicant's teaching ability or potential. All application materials must be submitted electronically via http://www.mathjobs.org.
Screening of applications begins December 1, 2009, and continues until positions are closed. Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees and encourages applications from women and minorities. A background check is required.