Clinical Assistant Professor - Social Work

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Best Place for Working Parents

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA invites applications for a three-year term Clinical Assistant Professor in Social Work, starting August 2027. The role emphasizes teaching (80%) and service (20%), with potential summer teaching opportunities and additional 1/9th salary per class based on need.

Required qualifications include an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of post-MSW practice, plus demonstrated teaching effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two full years of post-MSW practice experience.
• Ability to demonstrate teaching effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Teach 80% of workload across BSW and MSW levels in online, in-person, and hybrid formats.
• Provide 20% service includes advising, committees, and departmental/community activities.
• Summer teaching may add 1/9th salary per class based on departmental needs.

Skills

Teaching

Student advising

Committee work

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

Job description

Job Description

The University of Northern Iowa’s (UNI) Department of Social Work seeks applications for a three-year term Clinical Assistant Professor position, starting in August 2027. The appointment may be extended after the initial three-year term. There is an additional opportunity for the successful candidate to begin in June 2027 to teach an MSW advanced practice course within the candidate’s area of expertise.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

This position is primarily focused on teaching and service, with a workload distribution of 80% Teaching and 20% Service.

• Teaching (80%): Carry a 4x4 teaching load (four courses per semester). Instruction will occur at both the BSW and MSW levels. Candidates must be prepared to deliver high-quality instruction across multiple modalities, including online, in-person, and hybrid formats.
• Service (20%): Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities. This includes student advising, committee work, and supporting the mission of the Social Work department.
• Summer Opportunity: Potential for additional 1/9th salary per class for summer teaching assignments based on departmental needs.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program;
• at least two full years of post-MSW practice experience;
• and ability to demonstrate teaching effectiveness required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Social Work License;
• specific expertise or practice experience in mental health and/or addictions;
• and demonstrated experience in post-secondary education teaching preferred.

Position Details

Job Category: Faculty. Type of Position: Term. Service Schedule: Academic Year.

Pre-employment background checks required.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact Dr. Itunu Ilesanmi, Search Committee Chair, at [e-mail].

About the University

UNI is a comprehensive institution known for its high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs.

The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus.

We take pride in our ranking as the #1 Public University in the Midwest.

Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits.

University of Northern Iowa provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.

Benefits and Perks

• Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch.
• UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions.
• Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits.
• University of Northern Iowa provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.

Equal Opportunity Statement

University of Northern Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.

Background Check Statement

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.