Requisition Assistant or Associate Professor; tenure-track or clinical in Social Work

Assistant Professor

The Department of Social Work at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track or clinical) located at the Logan Campus. This position represents an important opportunity to join a dynamic, statewide social work program committed to preparing advanced generalist practitioners who address complex individual, family, organizational, and community challenges across diverse settings.

USU's Social Work programs (BSW and MSW) are grounded in a generalist and advanced generalist framework that integrates case-to-cause practice models, emphasizes systems-level thinking, and prioritizes ethical, strengths-based, and inclusive approaches to practice. Our faculty are deeply committed to teaching, research, and engagement that advance community well-being, improve rural service delivery, and strengthen workforce development across Utah.

As part of USU's land-grant and R1 mission, the Department of Social Work is committed to accessible, high-quality education delivered through a statewide campus system, strong field education infrastructure, and reciprocal community engagement. We seek candidates who are passionate about preparing the next generation of social workers, contributing to meaningful scholarship and/or professional productivity, and engaging with communities to promote their well-being.

Position:
This is a nine-month appointment with USU's Department of Social Work (MSW and BSW degrees) beginning August of 2026.

Tenure-track positions have a role assignment of 75% Teaching, supervising, and advising; 15% Research; and 10% Service. Tenure-track positions are renewed annually during the probationary period, provided the role assignment is performed acceptably.

Clinical-track positions have a role assignment of 90% Teaching, supervising, advising, and professional productivity; and 10% Service. Clinical-track positions are renewed annually, provided the role assignment is performed acceptably.

• Teach courses in BSW and MSW programs, including field practicum seminar and advanced practice course
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students
• Supervise practicum placement in MSW program
• Serve as collaborative member of field practicum education team
• Engage in scholarship and/or professional productivity
• Provide service to the department, college, and the social work profession.

Minimum Qualifications

• Tenure Track:
  • An MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program
  • Two years post-MSW practice experience
  • An earned doctorate (PhD or DSW) in social work or closely related field at the time of appointment (ABD will be considered).
• Clinical Track:
  • An MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program
  • Two years post-MSW practice experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tenure Track:
  • Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Teaching experience with online and distance education technology
  • A record of scholarly activity
  • Experience with field practicum student supervision
  • 4+ years of post-MSW practice experience.
• Clinical Track:
  • Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
  • CSW or LCSW, or eligibility for Utah state licensure
  • Teaching experience with distance education technology
  • Experience supervising field practicum students
  • Experience managing field practicum coordination and placement
  • 4+ years of post-MSW practice experience.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

3. Names and contact information of at least three references (requested in the online application)

** Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.

This position is located at the flagship campus in Logan, UT, one of the 11 campuses where social work is offered. The Department of Social Work values community embeddedness as this leads to better learning outcomes for our students in their field education. The Department of Social Work is a dynamic unit offering Bachelor's in Social Work, Master's in Social Work, and various minors and certificates.

The department values faculty work that fulfills USU's land-grant mission through education, research, and community engagement and it places high importance on accessible and quality teaching that prepares social workers with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in their profession. For more information on the department, please visit our website.

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