Assistant Professor in Social Work

　　Requisition ID: 2023-7090

　　of Openings: 1Location: US-UT-VernalCategory: FacultyPosition Type: Benefited Full-TimeJob Classification: FacultyCollege: College of Humanities and Social SciDepartment: Social WorkAdvertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

　　OverviewThe Department of Social Work at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure track or clinical). The position is located at the Uintah Basin campus in Vernal, Utah. Utah State University's Social Work Department envisions a world where social work graduates are leaders in social change - serving individuals, families, groups, and communities in the pursuit of social justice and the enhancement of the quality of life for all persons. Our programs aim to prepare generalist and advanced generalist social workers to advocate for vulnerable populations and work toward the establishment of societies free from poverty, violence, oppression, and discrimination. As a Community-Engaged Department, we value faculty who recognize the strengths and expertise in their communities and are effective at engaging community partners as co-educators in training of our students.

　　Position: This is a nine-month appointment with USU's social work programs (MSW and BSW degrees) beginning August of 2024.

　　Tenure-track positions have a role assignment of 65% Teaching, supervising, and advising; 25% Research; and 10% Service. Tenure-track positions are renewed annually during the probationary period assuming acceptable performance of the role assignment.

　　Clinical-track positions have a role assignment of 90% Teaching, supervising, and advising; and 10% Service. Clinical-track positions are renewed annually, assuming acceptable performance of the role assignment.

　　ResponsibilitiesTeach courses in BSW and MSW programs with expertise in research methods, program evaluation, and community practice; 2) advise undergraduate and graduate students; 3) supervise practicum placements regionally; 4) engage in scholarship and professional productivity; and 5) provide service to the department, the statewide campus, and the social work profession.

　　QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

　　Tenure Track: 1) an MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program; 2) two years post-MSW practice experience; and 3) an earned doctorate (PhD or DSW) in social work or closely related field at the time of appointment (ABD will be considered).

　　Clinical Track: 1) an MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program; and 2) two years post-MSW practice experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Tenure Track:1) experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels; 2) teaching experience with online and distance education technology; 3) a record of scholarly activity; and 4) experience teaching research methods and supervising practicum students.

　　Clinical Track:1) experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels; 2) CSW or LCSW, or eligibility for Utah state licensure; 3) teaching experience with distance education technology; and 4) experience teaching research methods and supervising practicum... For full info follow application link.

　　USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law(https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).