University Faculty Social Work

Requisition Number F00539P Job Description The Social Work Program at Weber State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor, opening in Fall 2027. This position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment with a primary assignment in the Master of Social Work Program, which has been granted accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education ( CSWE ). Job Duties The position involves graduate teaching responsibilities across the curriculum within an advanced clinical social work practice framework, as well as instruction in the department’s undergraduate program as needed. The teaching emphasis in this position will include the foundations of social work, human behavior in the social environment ( HBSE ), practice-informed research, and research-informed practice, as well as behavioral health, macro practice, and clinical practice theory and methods.

Other responsibilities include student advising, committee assignments, professional activities, presentations, publications, and community service.

Required Qualifications

Required: A PhD in Social Work or a related field ( ABD with completion of dissertation by June, 2027 will be considered) An MSW from a CSWE -accredited program A minimum of five years post- MSW practice experience (paid) Eligibility for clinical social work license ( LCSW ) in the state of Utah Preferred Qualifications Preferred: Evidence of potential for teaching excellence in a variety of subject areas in graduate and undergraduate social work curricula (experience teaching in a classroom in a CSWE -accredited social work department preferred) A commitment to excellence in scholarship, teaching, advising, and student development An interest in creative program development The ability to work in a collegial manner with social work faculty members and faculty from other disciplines across campus Teaching and practice experience with Latinx clients, communities, and/or organizations is highly valued A successful candidate will be willing to Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays. Full/Part Time Full Time Posting Detail Information Open Date 08/26/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes excellent benefits .

To be considered for this position, complete the online application and attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, one-page teaching philosophy, graduate transcripts, and three academic/professional references. For more information, contact Dr. Corina Segovia-Tadehara at [email protected] . Screening of applications will begin December 15, 2026.

Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment. Weber State University, a part of the Utah System of Higher Education, is located in Ogden, Utah, in the northern part of the State at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. The Master of Social Work ( MSW ) Program is part of the Department of Social Work and Gerontology and is housed in the College of Social Science and Education (the undergraduate social work program has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 1974).

The MSW program employs a harm reduction framework, focusing on the development of advanced clinical social work practice skills. It gives particular attention to local and regional needs, with special emphasis on the growing Latinx community. The MSW program is evolving, has a small but dynamic faculty, and serves a student body from a variety of backgrounds. ADA Essential Job Function ADA Essential Job Function Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas.

Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None.

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? jobs.weber.edu KSL Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Agency Referral Personal Referral Internal Job Posting Advertisement/Publication Other web advertisement Other * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers). (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts Philosophy Statement Curriculum Vitae List of References with Contact Info Optional Documents 3848 Harrison Blvd.

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