Assistant Professor of Social Work

Responsibilities

• Instruction of 12 credits or the equivalent per semester in social work curriculum areas, including methods of practice, micro‑clinical courses (interviewing, assessment, groups, families, etc.), and special topics such as Crisis Intervention, Trauma‑Informed Care, and Addictions.
• Student advisement.
• Administrative tasks, including program coordination and accreditation duties.
• Service to the University through program, departmental, and campus committee work.
• Engagement in professional and public service.
• Engagement in research, scholarly activity, and continuing education.
• Completion of required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Earned M.S.W. or M.S.S.W. from an accredited social work program, or an earned doctorate in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of post‑M.S.W. social work practice experience.
• Experience teaching or learning in an online environment.
• Eligibility for clinical licensure (LCSW/LICSW) or certification in Wisconsin or Minnesota per the governing board’s rules and regulations.

Desirable Qualifications

• Doctorate in Social Work earned by August 25 2027, or a doctorate in a related discipline combined with an M.S.W. or M.S.S.W. earned by that date.
• Experience serving as the instructor of record for at least one college‑ or university‑level course.
• Work and/or volunteer history aligned with the mission of the UW‑Superior Social Work Program.
• Familiarity with teaching about rural and BIPOC communities and populations.
• Seven or more years of direct field experience in social services with individuals, families, and/or groups.

Compensation

Salary range: $60,000 – $68,000 annually.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including sick time, paid legal holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Competitively priced health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Tax‑advantaged savings accounts.
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.
• University recognized as a gold‑level certified employer by Family Friendly Workplaces.

Application Process

Review of complete applications will commence at 4:30 pm on October 19 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, click the “Apply” button on the UW‑Superior employment site or visit https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. Applicants must log in or create a Workday account and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and a teaching philosophy (max two pages). No more than five attachments may be uploaded; combine documents where appropriate.