Visiting Professor​/Master of Social Work Program

Job Description

The Phylis Lan Lin School of Social Work and Counseling at the University of Indianapolis invites applications for a full-time, nine-month Visiting Professor in our CSWE-accredited MSW program. We are seeking a faculty member whose teaching experience and professional expertise strengthen our commitment to community partnership, applied research, and high-quality practice across diverse settings.

Our hybrid MSW program prepares socially responsive, ethical, and critically reflexive practitioners who are equipped to serve individuals, families, organizations, and communities. The program is housed within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences alongside high-quality programs in education, psychology, and mental health counseling. We seek educators with demonstrated practice experience and teaching effectiveness who are prepared to deliver high-quality instruction within their areas of professional expertise.

Applicants are to submit at least three professional references, a curriculum vitae, an unofficial transcript (highest degree earned), evidence of teaching effectiveness or a pedagogical statement, and a cover letter speaking to their qualifications in relation to the position responsibilities.

• At least two years of post-MSW practice experience required
• Prior experience teaching in a university setting preferred
• Evidence of or potential for teaching effectiveness
• MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution

LCSW preferred but not required; relevant post-MSW experience in mezzo or macro settings will be considered in lieu of licensure.

• Primary teaching responsibilities reflect a 4/4 load (24 credit hours per academic year) with
  MSW courses in online and hybrid formats.
• Participate in essential program functions, including advising, student engagement, program events, and collaboration with field education faculty.
• Mentor students in field-integrated learning and professional-identity formation.
  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.

• The Visiting Professor is expected to align their teaching, advising, and professional conduct with the NASW Code of Ethics, the NASW Standards and Indicators for Cultural Competence in Social Work Practice, and the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS), which collectively inform the values, competencies, and ethical commitments of the MSW program.

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards…