Social Work Instructor — Teach & Shape Student Success

Instructor, Social Work
Morehead State University in Morehead, KY

Type:
Full-Time
Salary: $47,000 per year

Category:
Social Work
Posting Number: F00393P

Type of Appointment: FTF;
Full-Time Fixed

CIP Code: 44.07 Social Work

Salary Range for Job Posting: $47,000

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position: 08/10/2026

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The department of Sociology, Social Work & Criminology at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as an Instructor, Social Work. The anticipated start date is August 10, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH.

Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary responsibility is instruction in assigned discipline or related field.

REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) with two years of post MSW practice experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Terminal degree and teaching experience.

SPONSORSHIP:
This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Organizational Relationships

An Instructor reports to a department chair.
Working Conditions

Instructor will teach in a typical classroom environment or an internet based environment. Travel to a Regional Campus or off-site location may be required.
Accept References:
Yes

Minimum Requests: 1

Maximum Requests: 3

Morehead State University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Morehead State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer with a strong commitment to community engagement.