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

Job Description:

OHIO University Zanesville invites 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 a teaching load of 24 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 this campus and possibly other external sites in the university system including field seminar and practicums. 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, securing practicum and field sites for social work 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 (Council on Social Work Education) and has continually maintained that status. The rural-focused MSW program is accredited by CSWE .

The Zanesville campus, located in Zanesville, Ohio is part of Regional Higher Education ( RHE ), and is one 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

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.

Planning Unit: Regional Higher Education

Department: ZNSVL Health and Human Services

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

Employment Type: full-time term

QuickLink: 56583

Advertised Salary:

Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at