Assistant​/Associate Professor; DSW Director Appointment

Are you ready to lead with purpose and vision, engage in scholarly work and instruction, and guide an innovative program within a nationally recognized, CSWE-accredited school?
Grace Abbott School of Social Work at the University of Nebraska Omaha is hiring an Advanced Assistant/Associate Professor, who will serve as the inaugural Director of our Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Program.

• LEAD DSW | Lead the design, launch, and administration of our new DSW program
• TEACHING | Teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in social work
• CURRICULUM | Support accreditation and competency-based curriculum development
• MENTOR | Mentor students through completion of their DSW
• RESEARCH | Pursue a research agenda in your area of expertise.

With a proud history and steadfast commitment to educational excellence, GASSW offers BSW and MSW programs in both online and in-person formats, and is launching a new DSW. Rooted in a lifespan education model, we develop social work leaders from high school to post-licensure and beyond through our Training and Supervision Academy. As an affiliate of a behavioral health workforce training center, we are deeply engaged in building and sustaining a skilled, responsive workforce.

Grace Abbott School of Social Work has been accredited since 1940. We’ve built a collaborative, student-focused environment that emphasizes experiential learning, applied research, and meaningful community partnerships. Located in Omaha, Nebraska’s largest city, our region has a strong professional network and a high demand for social work services.

• DSW or PhD in Social Work
• Proven leadership experience in academic or social work practice.
• Expertise in curriculum development, with a strong grasp of online education.