Assistant/Associate Professor, DSW Director Appointment

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor, DSW Director Appointment in the Grace Abbott School of Social Work. The role directs the Doctor of Social Work program, leads strategic admin, recruitment, admissions, and cohort placement, and teaches three doctoral seminars and related courses.

Applicants must hold a PhD or DSW; strong research, teaching across modalities, and collaborative leadership across disciplines are preferred.

Qualifications

• PhD in Social Work or Doctor of Social Work is required.
• Experience in program leadership and doctoral education is preferred.
• Strong teaching ability and cross-disciplinary collaboration are valued.

Responsibilities

• Direct the DSW program and oversee admissions and cohort placement.
• Teach three doctoral seminars and related courses annually.
• Evaluate doctoral and comprehensive exams and participate on dissertation committees.
• Mentor faculty and support student needs within the DSW curriculum.
• Marketing the program and actively recruiting prospective students.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in Social Work or Doctor of Social Work

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor, DSW Director Appointment

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor, DSW Director Appointment

Department

Grace Abbott School of Social Work

Essential Functions

This Assistant/Associate Professor faculty position serves as the Director of the Doctor of Social Work ( DSW ) program and plays a pivotal leadership role in the administration and advancement of the program. Key responsibilities include marketing the program and actively recruiting prospective students, overseeing the admissions process, and assigning incoming students to appropriate cohorts. The Director will teach three doctoral seminars/undergraduate courses and summer courses annually, evaluate comprehensive exams, and participate on all dissertation committees to ensure academic rigor and consistency. Additionally, the Director ensures timely completion of all requirements for students’ “Application for Admission to Candidacy,” manages student concerns and requests, and provides mentorship and support to faculty teaching within the DSW curriculum. This position requires a strategic and student-centered approach to program management, academic leadership, and faculty collaboration. Anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. About Us: The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD in Social Work or a Doctor of Social Work.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctor of Social Work preferred. A strong record of research and experience in education, including teaching using various modalities. A demonstrated record of significant community engagement is also preferred. Additionally, evidence of ability to build collegial working relationships with colleagues across multiple disciplines, campuses, and the community.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posting Number

2026F-00134

Open Until Filled Yes

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