Open-Rank Clinical Fixed-Term Faculty (3)

Society for Social Work and Research; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Society for Social Work and Research is recruiting for Open-Rank Practicum Education fixed-term faculty at UNC Chapel Hill. 1.0 FTE positions focus on coordinating practicum education, teaching graduate social work courses, and contributing to scholarly activity.

The roles emphasize generalist and either direct or macro practice expertise. Applicants should hold an MSW with an LCSW or macro-level experience; open ranks may require 7 years post-MSW or a doctoral degree.

Qualifications

• Must possess an MSW from an CSWE-accredited program and an LCSW or comparable macro-level social work experience.
• Open-rank position; to be considered at Clinical Assistant Professor rank, must have 7 years post-MSW experience or a doctoral degree.
• Preferred: 5+ years post-MSW practice, ability to integrate research into course development, and supervise practicum placements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practicum education and teach graduate-level social work courses.
• Teach up to four graduate courses per year across generalist, direct, or macro practice.
• Supervise students in practicum placements and provide ongoing mentoring.
• Engage in service and community engagement activities.

Skills

Practicum education

Graduate teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSW degree

LCSW license

Doctoral degree (optional)

Job description

Open-Rank Clinical Fixed-Term Faculty (3)

Department Description:

The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The School’s curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families, and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content, and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues. The School works to become the leading school of social work for impact – generating knowledge with powerful and positive consequences.

The School of Social Work offers M.S.W. and Ph.D. degrees. Dual degrees are offered in Law, Public Health, Public Administration, and Divinity (with Duke University). The faculty members of the School of Social Work have strong collaborative relationships with many campus units such as the Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, Law, Government, Education, and the Department of City and Regional Planning as well as University Centers and Institutes such as the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research, the Carolina Population Center, the Center for Developmental Sciences, Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute, and the Institute on Aging. We also maintain dynamic relationships with community agencies, state and federal government, and research groups in the Research Triangle Park and across the U.S.

To learn more about the School of Social Work, please visit our website at https://ssw.unc.edu/.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Position Description:

This posting is for three (3) open-rank Practicum Education fixed-term faculty positions. By applying, applicants will be considered for all available vacancies. The School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for three open-rank Practicum Education fixed-term faculty positions (1.0 FTE). The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The curriculum supports this mission through a focus on evidence-based practice; commitment to disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families, and communities; and the design, implementation, and evaluation of social interventions. These positions will be reviewed annually for reappointment. We seek candidates to coordinate practicum education and teach graduate-level social work courses. Successful applicants will contribute to practicum education across a range of social work practice areas and teach up to four graduate courses per year. Candidates should possess broad social work practice experience and expertise, with the ability to teach in generalist practice and either direct practice or macro practice specialization courses. Preferred qualifications may vary across positions and may include expertise in assessment and intervention with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations; experience in practicum education; an LCSW credential; macro-level practice experience; and demonstrated success teaching graduate-level courses or professional training programs. These positions have a standard distribution of effort consisting of 90% teaching and instruction and 10% service and community engagement.

Education Requirements:

Applicants must possess a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree from an accredited Council of Social Work Education program and a license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or macro-level social work experience. This position is advertised as open rank; to be considered at a Clinical Assistant Professor rank, applicants must additionally possess 7 years of relevant experience (6 of which must be post-Master’s) or a doctoral degree in social work or in a related field.

Qualifications and Experience:

Preferred qualifications include a minimum of 5 years, post-MSW practice experience; a superior record of teaching and training; and the ability to integrate research and scholarship into course development, assignments, and lectures. Experience working with social work students in practice or practicum placement settings is beneficial. Professional experience in direct practice or macro social work and teaching CMPP or direct concentration courses are preferred. Special consideration will be given to those with qualifications and experience in both areas, enabling them to teach across the curriculum. Applicants should have demonstrated skill and experience teaching graduate-level classes, including traditional classroom, online, and seminar formats, as well as supervising students in practicum placements. Relationship-building skills and knowledge of North Carolina communities are also preferred.

Department Contact Name and Title:

Heather James, Human Resources Specialist

Department Contact Telephone or Email:

[e-mail]

Posting Open Date:

08/24/2026

Posting Close Date:

10/01/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Office of Human Resources Contact Information:

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail].
Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.