Temporary Faculty- School of Health and Applied Human Sciences | Academic Year 2026-2027

Job Details

Posting Details

• Department: School of Health & Applied Human Sciences - 31530
• Vacancy Number: TE135FA
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• Working Title: Temporary Faculty
  - School of Health and Applied Human Sciences | Academic Year
• Job Title: Temporary Faculty
• Job Category: Faculty/Teaching

The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences, located within the College of Health and Human Services, is seeking temporary/part time faculty
, for the Academic Year
, with the ability to teach in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Athletic Training
• Exercise Science
• Gerontology
• Healthcare Administration
• Healthful Living & Fitness Education
• Physical Therapy
• Public Health
• Tourism, Recreation and Sport
• Recreation Therapy
• Respiratory Therapy
• Physical Activity & Wellness

The  Academic Year includes the following semesters:

• Fall 2026
• Spring 2027
• Summer 2027

Undergraduate course teaching
:
Masters degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Graduate course teaching
:
Terminal degree in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Those with equivalent verifiable professional experience, certifications, and licensures in the discipline may also be considered.

The School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (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 Master of Science 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

The SHAHS has a Doctoral degree in:

• Physical Therapy

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:

• Assistance Dog Training Minor
• Gerontology Minor
• Health and Wellness Coaching Minor
• Tourism, Recreation, and Sport Minor
• Whole Health and Wellness Studies Minor
• Yoga Studies Minor

The SHAHS is also home to the Physical Activity and Wellness program which delivers courses that fulfill University Studies requirements. The SHAHS is located in the newly constructed Veterans Hall ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

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.

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. UNCW offers a powerful academic experience with world-class faculty and staff, and has been recognized nationally for scholarly excellence and affordability. It is a public institution with nearly 18,000 students and offers a full range of programs, including distance learning options.

UNCW is designated as a Doctoral University:
High Research Activity (R2) by the Carnegie Classification. UNCW has been part of the UNC System since 1969.

Prior to the official appointment to the university, candidates must demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by meeting credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and documentation. This is a temporary position; length of assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary employees are not permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to ACA guidelines.

To receive full consideration, complete the entire application before applying. For more info/
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. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

• Job Posting Date: 05/01/2026
• Job Closing Date: 04/29/2027
• EEO Statement: UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment…