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College: College of Health and Human Services - 315 College
Dept/School: School of Health & Applied Human Sciences - 31530
Vacancy Number: 16F-826
Position Number: 6102
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS) within the College Health and Human Services (CHHS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), seeks an outstanding faculty member for a 9-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Recreation Therapy program beginning August 2027.
The successful candidate will be capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate courses in the program’s curriculum. Further, the successful candidate will conduct research, publish, write grants, recruit and mentor students, and provide community engagement and professional service. This is a non-remote position, therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to reside in Southeastern North Carolina or the Wilmington area and maintain a campus presence to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary academic setting.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Doctoral degree in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation, or a closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation.
- CTRS credential through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
- LRT credential through the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure (or eligible for LRT credential).
- Evidence of successful college teaching in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation.
- Emerging research success and strong potential for future scholarship evidenced through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly products.
- Substantial experience working in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation or closely related area of practice with diverse populations.
Note: Applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered. To be appointed to a tenure-track position, all degree requirements must be completed and the terminal degree officially conferred prior to the start of the appointment. Candidates who have not met these requirements by the appointment start date may be appointed to a Practice Track or lecturer position and may be considered for transition to the tenure-track rank upon successful completion and official conferral of the terminal degree.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Capability for grant activity in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation or a closely related area of scholarship.
- Ability to form successful community engagement relationships including partnerships with relevant healthcare and other community agencies.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with constituents across the School, College and University.
- Previous experience with program accreditation, particularly with CAAHEP / CARTE.
- Evidence of successful technology integration in course delivery including the Canvas course management system.
- Previous successful experience serving on state, regional, and/or national committees or boards specific to recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation, or a closely related field.
- Experience with AI use in educational and professional settings.
Required Certifications or Licensure
- CTRS credential through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
- LRT credential through the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure (or eligible for LRT credential).
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Recreation Therapy Program at UNCW has existed for over 40 years and became accredited by CAAHEP/CARTE in 2020. The program has four full-time and a mix of part-time faculty. The curriculum includes 15 required RT content courses and two field placements; electives in aquatic therapy, adapted sports, cognitive retraining, stress and pain management, child life, and assistance dog training, among others; as well as a 4+1 combined BA in RT and MS in Applied Gerontology.
The Recreation Therapy program is housed within the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS), which is a large and growing academic unit with over 1,900 students and 60 full-time faculty.
The SHAHS has six undergraduate degree programs:
- Public Health
- Exercise Science
- Healthful Living and Fitness Education
- Tourism, Recreation, & Sport
- Recreation Therapy
- Respiratory Therapy (Face-to-face and fully online option)
The SHAHS also has graduate degrees in:
- Athletic Training
- Healthcare Administration (100% Online program)
- Gerontology with 4+1 options:
- (Bachelors / Masters) with Public Health / Gerontology
- Recreation Therapy / Gerontology
- Exercise Science / Gerontology
- Physical Therapy (in preparation)
The SHAHS also supports:
- Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) through the Watson College of Education
- Master of Education concentration in Physical Education and Health through the Watson College of Education
Minors are offered in:
- Gerontology
- Health & Wellness Coaching
- Whole Health & Wellness Studies
- Tourism, Recreation, & Sport
- Yoga Studies
- Assistance Dog Training
The SHAHS is also home to the Physical Activity and Wellness (WPA/L) program which delivers courses that fulfill University Studies requirements. The SHAHS is located in Veterans Hall which includes many state-of-the-art instructional and lab spaces utilized by the Exercise Science program.
College/School Information
The College of Health and Human Services was created in July 2010 to provide UNCW with a new mechanism to link and focus its health-related research, professional continuing education, and health knowledge dissemination and application. In the formative stage of development, the CHHS is currently home to three professional schools: School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, School of Nursing, and School of Social Work. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic College that seeks to be nationally recognized for its inter-professional collaboration, community engagement and impact, and implementation science. The faculty, staff and students of the CHHS are committed to the pursuit of excellence and enhancing health and quality of life across the lifespan for individuals, families and communities in southeastern North Carolina and beyond.
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2026
Job Close Date: 11/30/2026
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
- List of 3 Professional References
- Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Teaching Philosophy
- Research Summary
Optional Documents
Assistant Professor – Recreation Therapy
College: College of Health and Human Services - 315 College
Dept/School: School of Health & Applied Human Sciences - 31530
Vacancy Number: 16F-826
Position Number: 6102
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS) within the College Health and Human Services (CHHS) at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), seeks an outstanding faculty member for a 9-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Recreation Therapy program beginning August 2027.
The successful candidate will be capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate courses in the program’s curriculum. Further, the successful candidate will conduct research, publish, write grants, recruit and mentor students, and provide community engagement and professional service. This is a non-remote position, therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to reside in Southeastern North Carolina or the Wilmington area and maintain a campus presence to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary academic setting.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Doctoral degree in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation, or a closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation.
- CTRS credential through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
- LRT credential through the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure (or eligible for LRT credential).
- Evidence of successful college teaching in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation.
- Emerging research success and strong potential for future scholarship evidenced through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly products.
- Substantial experience working in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation or closely related area of practice with diverse populations.
Note: Applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered. To be appointed to a tenure-track position, all degree requirements must be completed and the terminal degree officially conferred prior to the start of the appointment. Candidates who have not met these requirements by the appointment start date may be appointed to a Practice Track or lecturer position and may be considered for transition to the tenure-track rank upon successful completion and official conferral of the terminal degree.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Capability for grant activity in recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation or a closely related area of scholarship.
- Ability to form successful community engagement relationships including partnerships with relevant healthcare and other community agencies.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with constituents across the School, College and University.
- Previous experience with program accreditation, particularly with CAAHEP / CARTE.
- Evidence of successful technology integration in course delivery including the Canvas course management system.
- Previous successful experience serving on state, regional, and/or national committees or boards specific to recreation therapy/therapeutic recreation, or a closely related field.
- Experience with AI use in educational and professional settings.
Required Certifications or Licensure
- CTRS credential through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
- LRT credential through the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure (or eligible for LRT credential).
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Recreation Therapy Program at UNCW has existed for over 40 years and became accredited by CAAHEP/CARTE in 2020. The program has four full-time and a mix of part-time faculty. The curriculum includes 15 required RT content courses and two field placements; electives in aquatic therapy, adapted sports, cognitive retraining, stress and pain management, child life, and assistance dog training, among others; as well as a 4+1 combined BA in RT and MS in Applied Gerontology.
The Recreation Therapy program is housed within the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS), which is a large and growing academic unit with over 1,900 students and 60 full-time faculty.
The SHAHS has six undergraduate degree programs:
- Public Health
- Exercise Science
- Healthful Living and Fitness Education
- Tourism, Recreation, & Sport
- Recreation Therapy
- Respiratory Therapy (Face-to-face and fully online option)
The SHAHS also has graduate degrees in:
- Athletic Training
- Healthcare Administration (100% Online program)
- Gerontology with 4+1 options:
- (Bachelors / Masters) with Public Health / Gerontology
- Recreation Therapy / Gerontology
- Exercise Science / Gerontology
- Physical Therapy (in preparation)
The SHAHS also supports:
- Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) through the Watson College of Education
- Master of Education concentration in Physical Education and Health through the Watson College of Education
Minors are offered in:
- Gerontology
- Health & Wellness Coaching
- Whole Health & Wellness Studies
- Tourism, Recreation, & Sport
- Yoga Studies
- Assistance Dog Training
The SHAHS is also home to the Physical Activity and Wellness (WPA/L) program which delivers courses that fulfill University Studies requirements. The SHAHS is located in Veterans Hall which includes many state-of-the-art instructional and lab spaces utilized by the Exercise Science program.
College/School Information
The College of Health and Human Services was created in July 2010 to provide UNCW with a new mechanism to link and focus its health-related research, professional continuing education, and health knowledge dissemination and application. In the formative stage of development, the CHHS is currently home to three professional schools: School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, School of Nursing, and School of Social Work. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic College that seeks to be nationally recognized for its inter-professional collaboration, community engagement and impact, and implementation science. The faculty, staff and students of the CHHS are committed to the pursuit of excellence and enhancing health and quality of life across the lifespan for individuals, families and communities in southeastern North Carolina and beyond.
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 10/28/2026
Job Close Date: 11/30/2026
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
- List of 3 Professional References
- Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Teaching Philosophy
- Research Summary
Optional Documents
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Which universities and institutions sponsor visas for assistant professors in North Carolina?
The University of North Carolina system is the largest source of assistant professor sponsorship in the state, with UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State University, and UNC Charlotte all actively hiring international faculty. Duke University and Wake Forest University are also consistent sponsors, particularly in medicine, engineering, and the sciences. Private liberal arts colleges such as Davidson College and Elon University sponsor on a smaller scale.
Which visa types are most common for assistant professor roles in North Carolina?
The H-1B visa is the most widely used visa for tenure-track and non-tenure-track assistant professors, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a doctoral degree. Many institutions also sponsor J-1 visa exchange visitor visas for postdoctoral researchers transitioning into faculty roles. Universities that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers can file year-round, outside the annual lottery, which is a meaningful advantage for international faculty candidates.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most assistant professor visa sponsorship jobs?
The Research Triangle region anchored by Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill accounts for the largest share of assistant professor sponsorship activity in North Carolina, driven by NC State, Duke, and UNC-Chapel Hill. Charlotte is a growing hub with UNC Charlotte expanding its faculty. Winston-Salem is notable for Wake Forest University and its academic medical center, which recruits internationally for clinical and research faculty positions.
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Are there any state-specific considerations for assistant professors seeking visa sponsorship in North Carolina?
North Carolina's concentration of federally funded research institutions means many employers are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors, allowing them to file petitions outside the annual lottery. The state's public university system follows UNC System policies on international hiring, which generally include institutional immigration support offices. Faculty in STEM and health sciences fields tend to see faster hiring timelines given high departmental demand and established international faculty recruitment pipelines at major institutions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored assistant professor jobs in North Carolina?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.