Term Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work, UAF CLA

Job Overview

The University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Liberal Arts Department of Social Work invites applications for a Term Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work position. We are seeking a dynamic, student-centered educator who is passionate about teaching in a multidisciplinary, online, and rural-serving program. The successful candidate will teach across multiple modalities, support and mentor diverse students, and contribute to the university through service, community engagement, and support of accreditation activities.

Ideal applicants will demonstrate strong communication skills, cultural responsiveness, experience working with Alaska Native or Indigenous communities, and proficiency with distance education technologies.

The Term Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work is a full-time, nine-month, bipartite (teaching and service) faculty position within the University of Alaska Fairbanks, College of Liberal Arts, Social Work Program. This role supports the B.A. in Social Work degree, which is delivered through online asynchronous, distance-based Zoom, and hybrid modalities, including our rural-intensive cohort. The faculty member will teach three to four courses per semester—including SWK F103:
Introduction to Social Work and upper-division 300-level major courses—while also recruiting, advising, mentoring, and supporting a diverse student population.

The successful candidate will be responsible for high-quality instruction across all program modalities; curriculum development and modification for distance delivery; and holding office hours appropriate to the courses taught. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the position includes a service component involving participation in departmental, college, and university committees; community and public service activities; support of program accreditation processes; and serving as faculty advisor for at least one student organization.

Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of post-MSW professional social work practice in human services, behavioral health, child welfare, or related community-based settings required.

Previous university-level teaching or training experience in social work or a closely related discipline. Experience working with Alaska Native, Indigenous, or rural populations, demonstrating cultural competence and community engagement. Experience teaching or developing distance-delivered or online coursework. Evidence of a commitment to public service and community collaboration consistent with the mission of the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

This position is located on the Troth Yhedda campus in Fairbanks, Alaska, and flexible on-site/hybrid or remote work arrangements within Alaska may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, 9-month, faculty appointment complete with a competitive salary, full employee benefits package, retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. First review of applications will begin January 15 2026. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Official Transcripts
• Statement of teaching philosophy, experience, and interests (1‑2 pages)
• Three professional references, preferably current or past supervisors

☎️ If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Miriam Stelges, CLA HR Coordinator, at mmstelges.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion. The University of Alaska…