Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - Family Science & Social Work

100 Miami University; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

100 Miami University in Kentucky is seeking two Visiting Assistant Professors/Instructors for the Family Science & Social Work Department. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in social work.

The ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. or terminal degree in a related field, along with relevant teaching experience. This position offers potential for renewal and advancement based on performance and funding.

Application documents include a resume and cover letter. A criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in Family Science or Social Work by appointment date.
• Minimum of two years of post-master’s practice experience.
• Experience teaching hybrid or fully online courses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work.
• Engage in course development and delivery.
• Participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Teaching

Social Work

Family Science

Licensure in Social Work

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree in Family Science or Social Work

Master's or ABD in closely related field

Job description

Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor – Family Science & Social Work Department

Appointment

Appointment begins August 17, 2026, with possibility of renewal for up to five years contingent on performance and funding.

Positions Available

Two positions available.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work within the Department of Family Science and Social Work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in Family Science or Social Work, or closely related field by the date of appointment and a minimum of two years of post-master’s practice experience for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor.
• Master's (or ABD) in Social Work or closely related field by date of appointment and a minimum of two years of post-master’s practice experience for appointment as Instructor.
• Consideration may be given to candidates with applied professional experience, including but not limited to a minimum of five years post-master’s practice experience; those holding licensure (e.g., LSW, LISW, LISW‑S) in social work; and those with experience teaching hybrid or fully online as well as face‑to‑face courses.

Required Application Documents

• Resume / Cover Letter

Additional Information

• A criminal background check is required.
• All campuses are smoke‑and tobacco‑free.
• This organization participates in E‑Verify.
• Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513‑529‑3560.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination, and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.