Assistant Professor, Social Work, Tenure-track

Salary/Position Classification

• $62,000+ dependent on experience 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 UND's 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 University of North Dakota Social Work department advances social, economic and environmental justice, and enhances human well-being and quality of life within the state, region and beyond.

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

The department of Social Work seeks a tenure-track faculty member at either the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. This individual will contribute to a productive and collegial academic team and will develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with students. Teaching will comprise 40%-50% of the anticipated workload and include courses primarily in the MSW program - specifically in the online clinical social work specialization. Teaching assignments may also include other areas of the MSW program and/or the BSSW program depending on enrollment and the needs of the department. A separate summer (3-month) contract related to instruction (courses and field seminar) and/or field liaison duties may also be available.

The department is seeking an individual with expertise or research in clinical mental health and/or substance use disorders, as well as rural social work practice. To ensure establishment of a robust research program, the successful candidate will be allocated of 40% to research/scholarly activities. Scholarship/research related activities will be determined by the individual's research agenda, which will be developed in consultation with the department chair and associate dean. 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% will be available 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 may also have an allocation for administrative duties to coordinate the clinical social work specialization.

This position is for a full-time (9-month) contract and requires an in-person, on-campus presence. A separate summer (3-month) contract related to field instruction (field seminar and supervision of field placements) may also be available.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: UND covers 100% of employee (or family) health insurance premiums. Estimated annual employer-paid health benefit is $22,720.
• TIAA Retirement Plan: During the first two years of participation, UND contributes 7.5% to your retirement plan, which is approximately $3,169 based on the minimum starting salary listed. Beginning with the third year of participation, UND contributes 12.5% of your salary, which provides an even greater investment in your long-term retirement savings.
• Leave Benefits: Annual and sick leave accrue at 12 days per calendar year.
• Holidays: Paid holidays at 10 per year during contract period
• This is not an exhaustive list of benefits or their value. Please see the UND HR website for more details.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 40% Teaching
  • Teaching will be dependent on departmental needs. A sample of classes includes (but is not limited to):
    • Clinical Diagnosis I
    • Clinical Diagnosis II
    • Advanced Policy
    • Clinical Practice with Groups
    • Research in Clinical Practice
    • Clinical Practice in Macro Settings
    • Clinical Practice with Individuals and Families
    • SWK Elective Teaching activities will also include advising as well as field assignments with both supervision and liaison duties.
• 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 may 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 a CSWE accredited Social Work program
• Doctoral degree in Social Work OR related field
• Two years of full-time post-MSW social work practice experience in a mental health/behavioral health setting
• Eligibility for licensure in ND as LCSW
• 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

• Evidence of relevant scholarly productivity
• Online or distance education experience
• Social Work practice or research experience with indigenous or rural communities
• Teaching or field instruction experience
• Teaching experience in topics related to behavioral health services/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 Professional references (name, phone number, email)

This position is open until filled.