"Dr. Daniel B. German Distinguished Professorship in Political Science"

Dr. Daniel B. German Distinguished Professorship in Political Science

Tenure Status: Tenured

Department: Government & Justice Studies - 250750

Minimum Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in Political Science or related field

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
Areas of expertise are open to all subfields of political science, including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, and public policy. Candidates whose work intersects with civic engagement, democratic participation, or applied politics are especially encouraged to apply.

Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Government and Justice Studies (GJS) is home to over 900 undergraduate majors in criminal justice and political science and over 60 graduate students in political science and public administration. It has more than 30 full-time faculty who are at the forefront of their diverse areas of expertise and are amongst the most honored teachers at Appalachian State University. Additional information about the Department of Government and Justice Studies can be found at http://gjs.appstate.edu. Additional information about the University and surrounding area can be found at www.appstate.edu.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This distinguished position is open to established scholars with an exemplary record of mentoring students, innovative teaching, and/or civic and community engagement. The appointment will begin in August 2026, though the start date is negotiable.

• Teach 2-3 courses per semester, with opportunities to develop new courses that reflect the scholar's expertise and complement departmental offerings.
• Mentor students in research, internships, and community-engaged projects.
• Collaborate with faculty to design programming that enriches the intellectual life of the department and university.
• Use endowed funds to support activities such as:
  • Hosting public lectures, panels, or workshops.
  • Supporting student research or travel.
  • Developing civic engagement initiatives in partnership with local or regional organizations.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2026

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 01/19/2026

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52503

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