Assistant Professor - Social Work

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

River Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Compensation based upon qualifications; benefits: ...
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Teach variety of bsw courses
Supervise field placements
Mentor undergraduate research
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking an Assistant Professor for its Social Work Program, offering a full-time, tenure-track position. The ideal candidate should have an MSW from an accredited program, teaching experience, and a strong commitment to inclusivity and social justice

Job Summary

  • This full-time tenure track faculty position involves teaching a variety of courses across the BSW curriculum with a load of 12 credits per semester.
  • The role requires supervising field placements as a Faculty Liaison and actively engaging in research and scholarly activities to support university programs.
  • Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits plus an employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions.

Matching Summary

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking an Assistant Professor for its Social Work Program, offering a full-time, tenure-track position. The ideal candidate should have an MSW from an accredited program, teaching experience, and a strong commitment to inclusivity and social justice.

Salary

Compensation based upon qualifications; Benefits: Low-cost health/dental/vision; Retirement match: 7.20%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Teach variety of BSW courses
  • Supervise field placements
  • Mentor undergraduate research
  • Conduct scholarly activity
  • Participate in committee work

Nice-to-have

  • Macro setting practice experience
  • High impact teaching methodologies
  • Technology enhanced learning
  • Diverse population sensitivity
  • Policy and community engagement

Key Requirements

  • MSW from CSWE-accredited program
  • Doctorate or ABD with degree on appointment date
  • At least 2 years post MSW full time experience
  • Eligibility for Social Work licensure at graduate level
  • Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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