Job description

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: Philosophy & Religion – 250650

Minimum Qualifications
The Department of Philosophy and Religion at Appalachian State University invites applications for a renewable 3-year faculty position in Philosophy at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor beginning August 2026.

The requirements for the position are a Ph.D. in Philosophy with a demonstrated ability to teach Logic, and teaching competence in at least two of the following areas: Critical Thinking; Philosophy of Science and/or Technology; Metaphysics; History of Analytic Philosophy; Philosophy of Democracy. Special interest will be given to candidates who also have demonstrated teaching competence in Religious Studies, which may include non-Western religious traditions and comparative studies of religion.

Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires a Ph.D. in Philosophy to be awarded by July 1, 2026.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
N/A

License/Certification Required
N/A

Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Philosophy and Religion provides distinctive academic programs in which students critically and creatively examine the beliefs, values, practices, and institutions that shape human lives. The department guides students in becoming reflective and resilient individuals who contribute to their communities in constructive and meaningful ways. It achieves this mission through excellence in teaching, research, and service; a variety of pedagogical approaches and research methods; collegial and collaborative relationships; and an abiding commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. In its curriculum and campus engagements, it recognizes a plurality of the world’s many philosophical and religious perspectives.

The department offers separate undergraduate degree programs in Philosophy and Religious Studies and minors in Philosophy, Religious Studies, Philosophy and Religious Studies, and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics.

Additional information about the department may be found at: https://philrel.appstate.edu/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Instructional duties will include teaching in the above areas and other philosophy courses as needed. The successful hire will also be expected to participate in service activities.

All faculty and staff are expected to support Appalachian State University’s Strategic Priorities.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2026
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 03/20/2026

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