Social Work - Faculty

• Full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work with primary assignment to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program (51% minimum) in the Graduate School. Position responsibilities include both in-person and online teaching, academic advising, and institutional service. May also carry teaching assignments in the BSW program.

• Contribute to an academic environment that seeks to advance inclusive excellence within the department and broader discipline
• Teach up to six courses or the equivalent per academic year, as determined by departmental needs
• Maintain primary responsibility for teaching assigned courses in strict alignment with CSWE accreditation requirements
• Course Range:
  Instruct on a variety of topics, including:
• Introductory and advanced social work courses
• Field seminar courses

• Teaching Excellence:
  Demonstrated potential for effective teaching of both generalist and specialized, justice-informed social work practice
• Ethical & Professional Standards:
  Maintain strict adherence to CSWE accreditation standards and the NASW Code of Ethics
• Collaborative Innovation:
  Proven ability to work collaboratively, think creatively, and perform effectively under pressure to support departmental continuous improvement
• Commitment to Justice:
  Deep knowledge of and commitment to social justice activities, research, and professional practice across all levels (individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations)
• Mission Alignment:
  Strong commitment to the institution’s educational and faith-based mission, including a focus on campus diversity and human rights
• Advocacy:
  Dedicated to the advancement of social, economic, and environmental justice
• Pedagogical Expertise:
  Preference for demonstrated competency in delivering hybrid learning pedagogy

• DSW or Ph.D. in Social Work or a related field required
  . Professional social work licensure through the Minnesota Board of Social Work (LICSW, LISW, or LGSW) required.

• Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience. Typical salary for Assistant Professor is $55,599 - $70,043;
  Associate Professor is $62,927 - $84,168; and Full Professor is $77,265 - $95,904 for 24 Load Credits a year.

August 1, 2026

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Please be aware that, due to specific legal and operational considerations, we are unable to consider applicants who live in and work from the following states: AK, CA, CO, CT, Washington DC, HI, IL, IN, MA, MD, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VT, and WA.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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