Assistant Professor of Social Work

Assistant Professor of Social Work

The Department of Human Behavior, Justice, and Diversity at the University of Wisconsin-Superior invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Work. The department is seeking individuals who will provide excellent undergraduate and graduate instruction, incorporate current techniques in teaching and research, contribute to administrative responsibilities and work collaboratively to enhance the Social Work program.

Department: Human Behavior, Justice, and Diversity

Full-Time: 100 % appointment, Faculty, Ongoing-Tenure Track, 9-month, one vacancy

Job Responsibilities:

• Instruction of 12 credits or the equivalent per semester in the field of social work in any of the curriculum areas: methods of practice and micro-clinical courses (interviewing, assessment, groups, families, etcetera) special topics (Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Addictions) in multiple modalities.
• Student advisement.
• Administrative tasks may include program coordination and accreditation duties.
• Service to the University, including program, departmental and campus committee work.
• Engagement in professional and public service.
• Engagement in research/scholarly activity and continuing education.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned M.S.W. or M.S.S.W. from an accredited social work program, or an earned doctorate in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of two years of post-M.S.W. social work practice experience
• Experience teaching or learning in an online environment.
• Eligible for clinical licensure (LCSW/LICSW) or certification in Wisconsin or Minnesota per the rules and regulations of the social work governing board.

Desirable Qualifications:

• A doctorate in Social Work from an accredited institution earned by August 25, 2027.
• -or- A doctorate in a related discipline and an M.S.W. or M.S.S.W. from an accredited social work program earned by August 25, 2027.
• Experience serving as the instructor of record for at least one college- or university-level course.
• Work and/or volunteer history aligned with the mission of the UW-Superior Social Work Program.
• Familiarity working with / teaching about rural and BIPOC communities and populations.
• Seven or more years of direct field experience in social services with individuals, families, and/or groups.

Compensation: Salary range for this position is: $60,000 - $68,000 annually. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including sick time, paid legal holidays, paid parental leave, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

University of Wisconsin-Superior is a gold-level certified employer recognized by Family Friendly Workplaces.

Starting Date: August 25, 2027

Contact Information:

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Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on October 19, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Please click the "Apply" button to begin the application process or visit You will be required to log in or create a Workday account to continue.

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload:

1.) Cover Letter

2.) Curriculum Vitae

3.) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned

4.) Teaching philosophy (maximum of two pages) that describes your teaching philosophy, how your work and/or volunteer experiences align with the mission of the UW-Superior Social Work Program, and your experience working with and/or teaching about rural and BIPOC communities and populations.

Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate.

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of 'final candidates' must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, 'final candidates' under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.