"Assistant Professor Healthcare Administration"

Assistant Professor Healthcare Administration

College: College of Health and Human Services - 315 College
Dept/School: School of Health & Applied Human Sciences - 31530
Vacancy Number: 16F-737
Position Number: 551
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 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 Master of Healthcare Administration program beginning August 2026.

The successful candidate will become one of ten Healthcare Administration faculty members serving approximately 400 graduate Healthcare Administration majors, have a wide-ranging Healthcare Administration background, and be able to teach a variety of graduate-level courses. The accelerated curriculum operates on a 7-week model whereby semesters are divided into two 7-week terms, 6 terms in all, across the academic year. Moreover, the successful candidate will conduct research, publish articles, write grants, mentor students, and provide community engagement and service to the program, school, college, university, and profession. The successful candidate will be expected to relocate to Southeastern North Carolina or the Wilmington area and maintain a campus presence as part of the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences faculty.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Healthcare Administration/Management, or Business Administration/Management (with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework closely related to Healthcare Administration/Management) from a regionally accredited program at time of application.
• Demonstrated potential to develop a successful research program and grant activity in Healthcare Administration.
• Successful teaching experience in a Healthcare Administration program in higher education.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Successful research program and grant activity with a clear research trajectory.
• Evidence of successful online teaching experience (preferably in an accelerated program).
• Recognized accomplishment in teaching and the scholarship of teaching related to the position.
• Experience with CAHME accreditation standards and competency-based education.
• Two or more years' experience in the Healthcare field noting recognized accomplishments.
• Relevant licenses/certifications (i.e., CPA, FACHE, FACMPE) in the Healthcare field.
• Active membership in professional societies (i.e., AUPHA, MGMA, ACHE, NAHSE).
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with constituents across the School, College and University and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work in an electronic paperless environment utilizing multiple digital platforms and applications (i.e., learning management systems, assessment platforms, audio visual platforms, file management software, and social media) to complete work functions.
• Experience with AI use in educational and professional settings.

Required Certifications or Licensure:

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program is housed in the School of Health and Applied Human Sciences (SHAHS) within the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). The MHA curriculum is a 100% online asynchronous accelerated program (OAP) that prepares graduates for administrative roles in healthcare settings.
https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/chhs/schools/health-applied-human-sciences/

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.

Please see instructions for required materials:

1. Cover Letter (2-3 pages in length; please address how you meet the minimum requirements / preferred qualifications for this position)
2. Curriculum Vita
3. List of 3 Professional References
4. Online Teaching Philosophy - statement of online teaching experience and philosophy (limited to 2 pages)
5. Combined Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

Position Type: Permanent
Job Posting Date: 11/07/2025
Job Close Date: 1/12/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37833