Assistant Professor of Instruction in Social Work, Non-Tenure Track

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must complete the online application and attach required documents. Required documents include a cover letter, resume/CV, list of professional references (with address, telephone number and email) , a teaching philosophy statement, actual or proposed course syllabi, and unofficial transcripts.

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by April 1, 2026.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20163088F

Job Description

OHIO University Eastern and Zanesville campuses invite applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Instruction in Social Work . Available August 16, 2026. This position is 1.0 FTE with an annual teaching load of 27 semester hours or equivalent per academic year as well as service.

The candidate who fills this position is expected to teach undergraduate social work courses in support of the university social work degree programs on both campuses and possibly other external sites in the university system including field seminar and practicums. The candidate is expected to secure practicum and field sites for social work students and conduct student observations for both campuses. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching, the ability to integrate technology in the classroom, to enhance the learning process and the skills necessary to inspire, motivate and empower a diverse student body to succeed. Instruction may be in person, through distance learning systems, online or for other campus locations.

Ancillary duties may include mentoring students and serving as an advisor for student associations.

Ohio University's undergraduate Social Work program was one of the first in the country to be accredited by CSWE and has continually maintained that status. The rural-focused MSW program is accredited by CSWE .

The Eastern and Zanesville campuses are part of Regional Higher Education ( RHE ), comprised of five regional campuses serving students throughout Southeastern and portions of Central Ohio, as well as West Virginia and Kentucky, with a comprised enrollment of approximately 4,000 students. For more information about Regional Higher Education, please visit .

The Eastern campus is located in St.Clairsville, Ohio. The Zanesville campus is located in Zanesville, Ohio.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work ( MSW ) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE ).
At least two (2) years of direct practice experience in social work post- MSW is required.
A current social work license or eligibility for licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Social Work.
Licensed Independent or Clinical Social Worker.
Evidence of teaching at the undergraduate level.

Department
ESTRN Health and Human Services

Pay Rate: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package which includes health benefits, paid time off, and educational benefits for employees and eligible dependents.

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Job Open Date
03/11/2026

Posting Close Date

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by April 1, 2026.

Job Category: Instructional and Clinical Faculty

Months
9 month

Planning Unit: Regional Higher Education

Campus: Eastern, Zanesville

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Cynthia Mayle, [email protected]

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