Assistant Professor of Instruction in Social Work, Non-Tenure Track

Overview

Assistant Professor of Instruction in Social Work, Non-Tenure Track. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position available August 16, 2026. Teaching load is 24 semester hours (or equivalent) per academic year, with services as assigned across campus locations. The position involves teaching undergraduate social work courses and may include field seminars and practicums, in person or via distance/online modalities.

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time) on the posted end date. For full consideration, apply by April 1, 2026. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

• Teach undergraduate social work courses to support university social work degree programs on the Eastern campus and possibly other external sites within the university system, including field seminar and practicums.
• Mentor students; secure practicum and field sites for social work students; serve as an advisor for student associations.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two (2) years of direct practice experience in social work post-MS W.
• Current social work license or eligibility for licensure.

• Ph.D. in Social Work.
• Licensed Independent or Clinical Social Worker.
• Evidence of teaching at the undergraduate level.

Pay rate commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance; basic and supplemental life insurance; paid holidays; educational benefits for you and eligible dependents; sick leave; retirement benefits.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of professional references (with address, telephone number and email)
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Actual or proposed course syllabi
• Unofficial transcripts

Applicants must complete the online application and attach required documents. Review of materials will begin immediately; the position will remain open until filled.

Questions about this position may be directed to Cynthia Mayle at maylec.

Ohio University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a parent or foster parent.

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