University Faculty Social Work

Weber State University; Utah; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Social Work. The position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment with primary assignment to the MSW program, which holds CSWE accreditation.

The role focuses on graduate teaching across the curriculum in an advanced clinical framework, with duties in undergraduate instruction as needed, student advising, committee work, and scholarship.

Qualifications

• PhD in Social Work or related field required by start date (ABD considered).
• MSW from CSWE-accredited program required.
• Minimum five years post-MS W practice experience (paid).
• Eligibility for Utah LCSW license required.

Responsibilities

• Graduate teaching across the curriculum within a clinical social work framework.
• Teach in both graduate and undergraduate programs as needed.
• Advise students, participate in committees, and engage in scholarly activities.

Education

PhD in Social Work or related field (ABD with completion by Jun 2027)

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Minimum five years post-MS W practice experience

Eligibility for LCSW in Utah

Job description

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

University Faculty Social Work

Requisition Number

F00539P

Job Description

The Social Work Program at Weber State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor, opening in Fall 2027. This position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment with a primary assignment in the Master of Social Work Program, which has been granted accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE ).

Job Duties

The position involves graduate teaching responsibilities across the curriculum within an advanced clinical social work practice framework, as well as instruction in the department’s undergraduate program as needed. The teaching emphasis in this position will include the foundations of social work, human behavior in the social environment ( HBSE ), practice-informed research, and research-informed practice, as well as behavioral health, macro practice, and clinical practice theory and methods. Other responsibilities include student advising, committee assignments, professional activities, presentations, publications, and community service.

Required Qualifications

• A PhD in Social Work or a related field ( ABD with completion of dissertation by June, 2027 will be considered)
• An MSW from a CSWE -accredited program
• A minimum of five years post- MSW practice experience (paid)
• Eligibility for clinical social work license ( LCSW ) in the state of Utah

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of potential for teaching excellence in a variety of subject areas in graduate and undergraduate social work curricula (experience teaching in a classroom in a CSWE -accredited social work department preferred)
• A commitment to excellence in scholarship, teaching, advising, and student development
• An interest in creative program development
• The ability to work in a collegial manner with social work faculty members and faculty from other disciplines across campus
• Teaching and practice experience with Latinx clients, communities, and/or organizations is highly valued

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time

Full/Part Time Full Time

Open Date

08/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Physical Activity of this position

Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Conditions the worker will be subject to in this position

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • jobs.weber.edu
  • KSL
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Agency Referral
  • Personal Referral
  • Internal Job Posting
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  • Other web advertisement
  • Other
• * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No.If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers).

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Philosophy Statement
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents

For more information, contact Dr. Corina Segovia-Tadehara at [e-mail].

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Weber State University, a part of the Utah System of Higher Education, is located in Ogden, Utah, in the northern part of the State at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. The Master of Social Work ( MSW ) Program is part of the Department of Social Work and Gerontology and is housed in the College of Social Science and Education (the undergraduate social work program has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 1974). The MSW program employs a harm reduction framework, focusing on the development of advanced clinical social work practice skills. It gives particular attention to local and regional needs, with special emphasis on the growing Latinx community. The MSW program is evolving, has a small but dynamic faculty, and serves a student body from a variety of backgrounds.