Assistant Professor, Social Work, Tenure-Track

Salary/Position Classification

• $62,000 - $66,000 9-month contract, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work in person on the University of North Dakota campus in Grand Forks, ND

Purpose of Position

The mission of the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) is to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations.

Through its teaching, scholarship and service, the UND Social Work department advances social, economic and environmental justice, and enhances human well-being and the quality of life within the state, region, and beyond.

The CNPD consists of three academic departments: Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Social Work. The college is also the home of the Children & Family Services Training Center.

The department of Social Work seeks a full-time (9-month) tenure-track Assistant Professor to join a collaborative and productive academic community. The successful candidate will develop and maintain a robust program of research, teach undergraduate and graduate social work courses, and contribute to the missions of the department, college, university and profession through meaningful service activities. This faculty member will foster positive and professional relationships with students while contributing to a collegial and engaged academic environment.

Teaching will comprise 40%-50% allocation and include courses primarily in the BSSW program, however, courses in the MSW programs may also be assigned. A separate summer (3-month) contract related to instruction (courses and field seminar) and/or field liaison duties may also be available.

To ensure establishment of a robust research program, the successful candidate will have an allocation of 40% to research/scholarly activities. Start-up funding may also be available to assist with pursuing external funding opportunities to support research growth and infrastructure.

An allocation of 10%-20% is designated to participate in department, college, university and/or professional service activities that contribute to efforts that support the mission and visibility of the department and university.

This position requires an in-person, on-campus presence

Duties & Responsibilities

• 40% Teaching
  • Teaching will be dependent on departmental needs. A sample of classes includes, but is not limited to:
    • Social Work Research
    • Social Policy
    • Generalist Practice with Task & Treatment Groups
    • Generalist Practice with Organizations & Communities
    • Teaching activities may also include additional graduate courses related to HBSE or practice, depending on knowledge/expertise.
• 40% Research
  • Scholarly/creative activities will be determined by the candidate's research agenda and in consultation with the department chair and associate dean. Research activities will be consistent with department, college and university expectations and policies/procedures. Start-up funding will be available.
• 20% Service
  • Service activities will be determined in consultation with the department chair and will be consistent with department, college and university expectations and policies/procedures.

Required Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong commitment to collegiality
• High interest in working as part of a collaborative team
• Strong understanding of and commitment to the profession's values, including diversity and social justice

Minimum Requirements

• MSW from CSWE accredited Social Work program
• Doctoral degree in Social Work OR related field
• Two years of full-time post-MSW social work practice experience
• Eligibility for licensure in ND as at least an LMSW
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure in ND as LCSW
• Evidence of relevant scholarly productivity
• Social Work practice or research experience with indigenous communities
• Social Work practice or research experience with rural communities
• Practice or teaching experience with individuals and families and/or groups
• Practice or teaching experience in macro practice and/or social policy

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by November 12, 2026 and include the following materials:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• CV/Resume
• 3 References (name, phone number and email address)

This position is open until filled.