Assistant Professor of Social Work

Position Overview The School of Social Work at the University of Maine seeks applicants for a full-time, academic‑year, tenure‑track, Assistant Professor position. The candidate will teach and advise in the undergraduate and graduate social work programs and establish an independent research and scholarship program. Additional responsibilities include student advising and service within the School, University and broader communities. Consistent with the University of Maine’s mission, the candidate will conduct research and provide guidance to the state on social welfare and social work‑related programs and policies. Responsibilities Teach in the on‑campus Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work programs (75% teaching, 25% research appointment). Potential teaching assignments include required courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in two or more curricular areas including clinical practice, human behavior in the social environment, macro practice, research, and social welfare policy. Provide academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students and take leadership roles in recruitment and mentoring students, ensuring our educational programs remain vibrant, rigorous, and competitive. Engage in service to the School, University, and relevant professional communities. Conduct independent research on social issues of societal importance in Maine and beyond, with a demonstrated record of publication and potential for securing external funding. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in social work or a related area. The degree must be completed prior to the date of employment; ABD candidates can apply. MSW degree and a minimum of two years of post‑MSW social work practice experience; Potential for excellence in research and/or other scholarly activity; Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels; Excellent communication skills; Evidence of the ability to work as a team member; Ability to teach in at least two of the following sequence areas: clinical practice, human behavior in the social environment, macro practice, research, and/or social welfare policy; Interest in pursuing externally funded research; Commitment to advancing social work values, ethics, and anti‑oppressive scholarship and practice. Preferred Qualifications PhD in Social Work; Record of excellence in research and other scholarly activity; Expertise in social work practice (clinical and/or macro) and/or social welfare policy; Experience and/or interest in teaching both in‑person and online classes; Experience and/or interest in teaching both undergraduate and graduate‑level social work courses; Strong potential for or established record of effective student advising and mentoring. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at #J-18808-Ljbffr