Appalachian State University, Philosophy, Dept. Chair
Sep 29, 2013 → Dec 20, 2013
The Department of Philosophy & Religion at Appalachian State University invites applications from senior scholars for the position of Department Chair beginning July 1, 2014. Applicants must have: (1) a Ph.D. in either Philosophy or Religious Studies; (2) an academic record appropriate for appointment with tenure in the department. The area of teaching and research is open. While formal administrative experience is preferred, applications from candidates whose work experience has prepared them for this task will be considered. A record of success in or vision for securing extramural funding is desirable.
The Department offers majors and minors in Philosophy and Religious Studies as well as a limited number of graduate courses. The department is linked to other units across the university and makes a significant contribution to the General Education curriculum. There are 16 tenured/tenure track faculty. For more information, see Appalachian
Applicants must submit a complete application consisting of a cover letter of 1-2 pages detailing qualifications for the position; a CV; a statement of approximately 500 words about the candidate’s approach to leadership, teaching, scholarship, and service in a dual department and in the current environment of higher education; one sample of recent or representative scholarship; and the names and contact information for three references.
Applications must be submitted electronically in pdf format to: Philsearch. Review of completed applications will begin November 4, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.
Appalachian State University, located in the southern Appalachian Mountains, is a highly ranked master’s comprehensive university and part of the 17 campus University of North Carolina system. With more than 17,000 students, Appalachian State strives to maintain its reputation for excellence in teaching, while continuing to enhance its research reputation.
Proper documentation of identity and employability will be required before the hiring process can be finalized. Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
AA/EOE employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodation in the application process should contact the search committee chair. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. For additional information about this position, please contact Dr. Sandie Gravett, Chair, Search Committee at Gravett