Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - Family Science & Social Work

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

E-Verify participation

Job summary

A respected educational institution is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor in Family Science & Social Work to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. This is a temporary position beginning August 18, 2025, with possible renewal. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or terminal degree and have at least two years of practice experience. This role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative teaching methods.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree required by appointment date.
• Minimum of two years of practice experience post master’s degree.
• Experience teaching hybrid or fully online courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work.
• Commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Ph.D. or terminal degree

Practice experience in Family Science or Social Work

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. in Family Science or Social Work

Master’s in Social Work

Job description

Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - Family Science & Social Work

Department

Family Science and Social Work Department JM

Worker Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Job Description Summary

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work in the Department of Family Science and Social Work. Appointment begins August 18, 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to five years contingent on performance and funding. Three positions available to be filled.

Job Description

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work in the Department of Family Science and Social Work. Appointment begins August 18, 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to five years contingent on performance and funding. Three positions available to be filled.

The College of Education, Health and Society (EHS) was founded in 1902. The College embraces the rich opportunities available for cross-disciplinary collaboration across its six departments (Educational Leadership; Educational Psychology; Family Science and Social Work; Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health; Sport Leadership and Management; and Teacher Education).

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. or terminal degree in Family Science or Social Work or closely related field by date of appointment, and a minimum of two years of practice experience post master’s degree achievement for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor.

For appointment to Instructor: Master’s (or ABD) in Social Work or closely related field by date of appointment, and a minimum of two years of practice experience post master’s degree achievement for appointment as Instructor.

Consideration may be given to candidates with applied professional experience, including but not limited to a minimum of five years practice experience post master’s degree achievement; those holding licensure (e.g., LSW, LISW, LISW-S) in social work; and experience teaching hybrid or fully online as well as face-to-face courses.

Required Application Documents

Submit cover letter (describing college-level teaching experience and/or relevant professional experience) and curriculum vitae.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Sean Newsome, [e-mail]. Screening of applications will begin two weeks after the position is posted and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

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