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Tenure Status Tenure Track
Provide Rank Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
Position Number 063271
VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Department Library - 275000
Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates will have the following at the time of hiring:
- ALA-accredited master’s degree or equivalent advanced degree;
- Meet criteria for assistant or associate professor as stated in the Faculty Handbook.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
Successful candidates ideally have a Bachelor’s or advanced degree or coursework in a health or social science-related field, along with demonstrated experience or interest in the following:
- Supporting students and faculty with developing information literacy and research skills;
- Evidence of understanding of the Association of College and Research Libraries’ Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education and other relevant frameworks;
- Knowledge of library subject specialist/liaison best practices and services;
- Supporting students and faculty with conducting evidence synthesis;
- Collection development for health sciences;
- Providing faculty support for grant seeking;
- Utilizing Canvas, or other Learning Management Systems (LMS), and SpringShare products;
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a collaborative environment while fostering a welcoming and respectful atmosphere;
- Participating within and across library divisions and interdisciplinary groups.
License/Certification Required
Description of the Department or Unit
The Appalachian State University Libraries are essential teaching and research partners, inspiring and guiding all who pursue knowledge. With over 80 talented and hard-working faculty and staff, the Libraries curate rich print and e-collections, teach information literacy skills, and steward thoughtful spaces for Appalachian State students, faculty, and staff. The University Libraries supports the University with its recent R2 designation through research support, collections, and scholarly communications. Through our digital spaces, scholarship, and service, our library colleagues impact the larger world of knowledge.
The Carol Grotnes Belk Library and Information Commons, the Nicholas Erneston Music Library, and the Hickory Campus Library and Information Commons are our three libraries. We work closely with other UNC System libraries, NC LIVE, the Carolina Consortium, and the Western NC Library Network (WNCLN).
The Research & Instruction Division integrates information literacy and library instruction across the University curriculum, collaborates closely with undergraduate and graduate programs, strengthens student learning and academic success, and supports faculty with their teaching and research.
Additional information about the Libraries, the University, and the surrounding area may be found at http://appstate.edu, https://library.appstate.edu/about, and https://appstate.edu/employment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Health Sciences Librarian is a member of the Research & Instruction Division and serves as a library liaison to the Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS), supporting the research, instruction, and information management needs of students and faculty in assigned departments. BCHS enrolls approximately 3,500 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students at the Boone campus, Hickory campus, and App State Online and includes programs in the departments of Kinesiology, Nursing, Nutrition and Health Care Management, Public Health, Recreation Management and Physical Education, Rehabilitation Sciences, and Social Work. The librarian will provide course-integrated instruction, research consultations, specialized health sciences research services, and outreach initiatives tailored to discipline-specific needs. As a member of the sciences liaison librarian group, this position will share responsibilities for collection development and instruction for the sciences and deliver advanced support for evidence synthesis, citation management, and other research services aligned with Appalachian State University’s R2 research mission.
Specific responsibilities include:
Instruction & Information Literacy
- Support the curricular needs of the programs in the College of Health Sciences by designing and delivering instruction.
- Develop tutorials and integrate library resources into App State’s learning management system.
- Deliver multi-modal instruction sessions: synchronous or asynchronous, online or in-person.
- Contribute to the Libraries’ chat service and research consultation program.
- Collaborate with other librarians on instruction as appropriate.
Research & Evidence-Based Support
- Provide support to faculty and research teams conducting comprehensive literature searches for systematic reviews.
- Locate and evaluate evidence-based literature appropriate to relevant research questions using discipline-specific frameworks.
- Collaborate with the Office of Research & Innovation on research services, projects, and activities.
- Stay current with NIH and other public access policy requirements for grant funding.
Collection Development
- Evaluate and recommend books, journals, and specialized databases that support the College of Health Sciences.
- Analyze usage data to ensure collection resources are utilized effectively.
- Stay current with research and publication trends in the health sciences literature.
- Support new course approvals and departmental accreditations.
Outreach
- Develop and implement outreach initiatives to engage College of Health Sciences faculty, staff, and students.
- Represent the University Libraries at university-wide and College of Health Sciences-related events.
- Communicate information and provide updates on library collections, services, and initiatives to health sciences faculty, students, and staff.
- Organize and collaborate with other liaisons on outreach activities and initiatives.
As a faculty member of the University Libraries, the person in this role will maintain an active program of scholarship and professional service in line with Departmental Foundational Documents, the Appalachian State University Faculty Handbook, and Academic Affairs Standard Operating Procedures.
This position has a significant presence in Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, in addition to the Belk Library & Information Commons. Occasional travel to the Hickory campus for classes, events, and meetings is expected, with reasonable accommodations.
Type of Position Full Time Position
Appointment Type 1.0
Number Of Months Per Year 12
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Proposed Date of Hire 06/01/2026
Suggested Salary Range $54,000 - 63,000 for assistant professor and $68,000 - 72,000 for associate professor. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration: N/A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications.
ABD Description
ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate’s salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant must submit:
- A cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications and additional areas of interest,
- A full C.V. including education and relevant experience,
- Unofficial Transcripts (non-password protected)
- The name, email, and telephone number of three to five references who are knowledgeable about your qualifications for this position.
Please note this position is based on student enrollment and subject to available university funding.
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date 03/02/2026
Closing Date 04/05/2026
Open Until Filled No
Evaluation of Applications Begins 03/16/2026
Search Chair Name Stephanie Bennett and Breanne Crumpton
Search Chair Email bennettsj1@appstate.edu; crumptonbe@appstate.edu
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Provide Rank Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
Position Number 063271
VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Department Library - 275000
Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates will have the following at the time of hiring:
- ALA-accredited master’s degree or equivalent advanced degree;
- Meet criteria for assistant or associate professor as stated in the Faculty Handbook.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
Successful candidates ideally have a Bachelor’s or advanced degree or coursework in a health or social science-related field, along with demonstrated experience or interest in the following:
- Supporting students and faculty with developing information literacy and research skills;
- Evidence of understanding of the Association of College and Research Libraries’ Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education and other relevant frameworks;
- Knowledge of library subject specialist/liaison best practices and services;
- Supporting students and faculty with conducting evidence synthesis;
- Collection development for health sciences;
- Providing faculty support for grant seeking;
- Utilizing Canvas, or other Learning Management Systems (LMS), and SpringShare products;
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a collaborative environment while fostering a welcoming and respectful atmosphere;
- Participating within and across library divisions and interdisciplinary groups.
License/Certification Required
Description of the Department or Unit
The Appalachian State University Libraries are essential teaching and research partners, inspiring and guiding all who pursue knowledge. With over 80 talented and hard-working faculty and staff, the Libraries curate rich print and e-collections, teach information literacy skills, and steward thoughtful spaces for Appalachian State students, faculty, and staff. The University Libraries supports the University with its recent R2 designation through research support, collections, and scholarly communications. Through our digital spaces, scholarship, and service, our library colleagues impact the larger world of knowledge.
The Carol Grotnes Belk Library and Information Commons, the Nicholas Erneston Music Library, and the Hickory Campus Library and Information Commons are our three libraries. We work closely with other UNC System libraries, NC LIVE, the Carolina Consortium, and the Western NC Library Network (WNCLN).
The Research & Instruction Division integrates information literacy and library instruction across the University curriculum, collaborates closely with undergraduate and graduate programs, strengthens student learning and academic success, and supports faculty with their teaching and research.
Additional information about the Libraries, the University, and the surrounding area may be found at http://appstate.edu, https://library.appstate.edu/about, and https://appstate.edu/employment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Health Sciences Librarian is a member of the Research & Instruction Division and serves as a library liaison to the Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS), supporting the research, instruction, and information management needs of students and faculty in assigned departments. BCHS enrolls approximately 3,500 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students at the Boone campus, Hickory campus, and App State Online and includes programs in the departments of Kinesiology, Nursing, Nutrition and Health Care Management, Public Health, Recreation Management and Physical Education, Rehabilitation Sciences, and Social Work. The librarian will provide course-integrated instruction, research consultations, specialized health sciences research services, and outreach initiatives tailored to discipline-specific needs. As a member of the sciences liaison librarian group, this position will share responsibilities for collection development and instruction for the sciences and deliver advanced support for evidence synthesis, citation management, and other research services aligned with Appalachian State University’s R2 research mission.
Specific responsibilities include:
Instruction & Information Literacy
- Support the curricular needs of the programs in the College of Health Sciences by designing and delivering instruction.
- Develop tutorials and integrate library resources into App State’s learning management system.
- Deliver multi-modal instruction sessions: synchronous or asynchronous, online or in-person.
- Contribute to the Libraries’ chat service and research consultation program.
- Collaborate with other librarians on instruction as appropriate.
Research & Evidence-Based Support
- Provide support to faculty and research teams conducting comprehensive literature searches for systematic reviews.
- Locate and evaluate evidence-based literature appropriate to relevant research questions using discipline-specific frameworks.
- Collaborate with the Office of Research & Innovation on research services, projects, and activities.
- Stay current with NIH and other public access policy requirements for grant funding.
Collection Development
- Evaluate and recommend books, journals, and specialized databases that support the College of Health Sciences.
- Analyze usage data to ensure collection resources are utilized effectively.
- Stay current with research and publication trends in the health sciences literature.
- Support new course approvals and departmental accreditations.
Outreach
- Develop and implement outreach initiatives to engage College of Health Sciences faculty, staff, and students.
- Represent the University Libraries at university-wide and College of Health Sciences-related events.
- Communicate information and provide updates on library collections, services, and initiatives to health sciences faculty, students, and staff.
- Organize and collaborate with other liaisons on outreach activities and initiatives.
As a faculty member of the University Libraries, the person in this role will maintain an active program of scholarship and professional service in line with Departmental Foundational Documents, the Appalachian State University Faculty Handbook, and Academic Affairs Standard Operating Procedures.
This position has a significant presence in Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, in addition to the Belk Library & Information Commons. Occasional travel to the Hickory campus for classes, events, and meetings is expected, with reasonable accommodations.
Type of Position Full Time Position
Appointment Type 1.0
Number Of Months Per Year 12
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Proposed Date of Hire 06/01/2026
Suggested Salary Range $54,000 - 63,000 for assistant professor and $68,000 - 72,000 for associate professor. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration: N/A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications.
ABD Description
ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate’s salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant must submit:
- A cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications and additional areas of interest,
- A full C.V. including education and relevant experience,
- Unofficial Transcripts (non-password protected)
- The name, email, and telephone number of three to five references who are knowledgeable about your qualifications for this position.
Please note this position is based on student enrollment and subject to available university funding.
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date 03/02/2026
Closing Date 04/05/2026
Open Until Filled No
Evaluation of Applications Begins 03/16/2026
Search Chair Name Stephanie Bennett and Breanne Crumpton
Search Chair Email bennettsj1@appstate.edu; crumptonbe@appstate.edu
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Appalachian State University Visa Sponsorship USA
Target faculty and research roles first
Appalachian State's sponsorship activity is concentrated in academic and research positions. Focus your search on faculty openings, postdoctoral roles, and research staff positions, where international hiring and H-1B sponsorship are most common across departments.
Understand the academic hiring calendar
University hiring follows a structured academic cycle. Faculty searches typically open in the fall for positions starting the following academic year, so plan your application timeline accordingly and don't expect year-round rolling recruitment for tenure-track roles.
Ask about Green Card sponsorship early
App State has a track record of sponsoring both H-1B and permanent residence petitions. If long-term U.S. residency matters to you, ask HR or the hiring department directly about their Green Card sponsorship policy before accepting an offer.
Highlight specialized expertise in your application
H-1B sponsorship at universities requires demonstrating a specialty occupation tied to a specific degree field. Tailor your application materials to show how your academic credentials directly align with the discipline the department is hiring for.
Check OPT and CPT eligibility if you're already in the U.S.
If you hold F-1 student status, App State also supports OPT and CPT employment. Current students and recent graduates should confirm eligibility with their DSO and explore campus employment opportunities that can bridge toward H-1B sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsorship history
Not every university posts sponsorship details upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history and find open roles at App State without manually sifting through postings that don't disclose visa support.
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Does Appalachian State University sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Appalachian State University sponsors H-1B visas, primarily for faculty, researchers, and specialized professional staff. As a public university, App State is a cap-exempt H-1B employer, meaning it can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without being subject to the annual lottery. This is a significant advantage for international candidates.
What visa types does Appalachian State University sponsor?
Appalachian State University sponsors H-1B visas for specialty occupation workers, Green Cards through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories for qualifying employees, and supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students. TN visas are also available for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying roles. The specific visa pathway depends on the position and the applicant's credentials.
Which departments or roles at Appalachian State University are most likely to offer visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at Appalachian State is most common in academic departments hiring tenure-track or visiting faculty, research centers, and specialized administrative or technical roles that require a degree in a specific field. STEM disciplines, business, and social science departments tend to conduct national and international faculty searches regularly, making them stronger targets for sponsored roles.
How do I find open visa-sponsored jobs at Appalachian State University?
The most efficient approach is to use Migrate Mate, which aggregates open positions at verified sponsoring employers like Appalachian State University and lets you filter by visa type and sponsorship history. You can also monitor App State's own HR job portal directly, but Migrate Mate makes it faster to identify roles where sponsorship is realistic without guessing.
How do I improve my chances of getting sponsored by Appalachian State University?
Apply for roles that genuinely require your specific degree field, since H-1B eligibility depends on a direct connection between the position and a specialty occupation. Engage early with the hiring department during the search process, ask about sponsorship policy before final interviews, and if you're already on OPT, consider campus roles as a bridge while building a track record at the institution.
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