Visiting Assistant Professor​/Instructor - Family Science & Social Work

Overview

Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - Family Science & Social Work

Department: Family Science and Social Work Department JM

Worker Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type: Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work in the Department of Family Science and Social Work. Appointment begins August 18, 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to five years contingent on performance and funding. Three positions available to be filled.

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in Family Science or Social Work or closely related field by date of appointment, and a minimum of two years of practice experience post master’s degree achievement for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor.
• For appointment to Instructor:
  Master’s (or ABD) in Social Work or closely related field by date of appointment, and a minimum of two years of practice experience post master’s degree achievement for appointment as Instructor.
• Consideration may be given to candidates with applied professional experience, including but not limited to a minimum of five years practice experience post master’s degree achievement; those holding licensure (e.g., LSW, LISW, LISW-S) in social work; and experience teaching hybrid or fully online as well as face-to-face courses.

• Submit cover letter (describing college-level teaching experience and/or relevant professional experience) and curriculum vitae.

Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Sean Newsome, newsomws. Screening of applications will begin two weeks after the position is posted and will continue until the position is filled.

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