Instructor, Social Work

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Instructor, Social Work

Posting Number
F00393P

Type of Appointment
FTF;
Full-Time Fixed

Funding Information

CIP Code
44.07 Social Work

Salary Range for Job Posting
$47,000

Recruitment Recommendations

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position
08/10/2026

Open Date
05/18/2026

Close Date
06/19/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position details

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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.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. :  and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled.

For preferred consideration, apply by June 19, 2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at  should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Mary Collins, the search committee chair, lins for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Organizational Relationships

An Instructor reports to a department chair.

Physical Requirements

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.

Special Information/Instructions to Applicants