Assistant Professor
Department: Geography and Planning
College: Arts and Sciences
Description of duties, responsibilities and qualifications:
Appalachian State University. The Community and Regional Planning Program in the Department of Geography and Planning invites applications for a full time tenure track position in planning at the Assistant Professor level. A Ph.D. from an accredited planning program is required; ABD is acceptable so long as the degree is obtained by the start date. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Preferred teaching and research interests include one or more of the following specializations: economic development, environmental planning, housing or community development. Teaching responsibilities include contributing to our core planning curriculum at the undergraduate level (introductory planning, land use regulations, planning techniques) in addition to the candidate’s area of specialty. Candidates with planning practice experience are especially encouraged to apply, as well as those who are able to focus their research and outreach within western North Carolina. The successful candidate is expected to participate in the department’s off-campus graduate program. Additional information about Appalachian State University, the Department, and this position can be found at our web site: http://www.geo.appstate.edu.
Starting date July 1, 2008. Applicants should send: a) a cover letter identifying professional interests and qualifications; b) detailed CV; c) photocopies of all transcripts; and d) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. No e-mail applications will be accepted. Apply: Dr. Richard Crepeau, Search Committee Chair, Department of Geography and Planning, Appalachian State University, Boone NC 28608. Ph. 828-262-7052; crepeaurj@appstate.edu.
Appalachian State University is a member institution of The University of North Carolina System. Appalachian State University is a highly ranked comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge of western North Carolina. The university has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and to maintaining working and learning environments that are free of all forms of discrimination. Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact Richard Crepeau. Proper documentation of identity and employability will be required before the hiring process can be finalized.
