Assistant Professor (tenure track or clinical)

The Department of Social Work at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for an located at the Brigham City Campus. This position represents an important opportunity to join a dynamic statewide social work program committed to preparing advanced generalist practitioners who address complex individual family organizational and community challenges across diverse settings.

USUs Social Work programs (BSW and MSW) are grounded in a generalist and advanced generalist framework that integrates case-to-cause practice models emphasizes systems-level thinking and prioritizes ethical strengths-based and inclusive approaches to practice. Our faculty are deeply committed to teaching research and engagement that advances community well-being improves rural service delivery and strengthens workforce development across the state of Utah.

As part of USUs land-grant and R1 mission the Department of Social Work is committed to accessible high-quality education delivered through a statewide campus system strong field education infrastructure and reciprocal community engagement. We seek candidates who are passionate about preparing the next generation of social workers contributing to meaningful scholarship and/or professional productivity and engaging with communities in ways that promote their well-being.

Position: This is a nine-month appointment with USUs social work program (MSW and BSW degrees) beginning August of 2026.

Tenure-track positions have a role assignment of 75% Teaching supervising and advising; 15% Research; and 10% Service. Tenure-track positions are renewed annually during the probationary period assuming acceptable performance of the role assignment.

Clinical-track positions have a role assignment of 90% Teaching supervising and advising; and 10% Service. Clinical-track positions are renewed annually assuming acceptable performance of the role assignment.

• Teach courses in BSW and MSW programs including field seminar
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students
• Supervise practicum placements
• Engage in scholarship and/or professional productivity
• Provide service to the department college and the social work profession

Minimum Qualifications:

• Tenure Track:
  • An MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program
  • Two years post-MSW practice experience
  • An earned doctorate (PhD or DSW) in social work or closely related field at the time of appointment (ABD will be considered)
• Clinical Track:
  • An MSW from a CSWE-accredited social work program
  • Two years post-MSW practice experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tenure Track:
  • Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Teaching experience with online and distance education technology
  • A record of scholarly activity
  • Experience with practicum student supervision
  • 4 years of post-MSW practice experience
• Clinical Track:
  • Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
  • CSW or LCSW or eligibility for Utah state licensure
  • Teaching experience with distance education technology
  • Experience supervising practicum students
  • Experience managing internship coordination and placement
  • 4 years of post-MSW practice experience

Along with the online application please attach:

1. CV (to be uploaded to the applicant profile)
2. Cover Letter (to be copied and pasted into a fillable form within the online application)
3. Names and contact information of at least three references (requested in the online application)

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

This position is based in Brigham City one of the 11 campuses where social work is offered in the statewide system. The Brigham City campus and the Department of Social Work value community embeddedness as this leads to better learning outcomes for our students in their field education. The Department of Social Work is a dynamic unit offering Bachelors in Social Work Masters in Social Work and various minors and certificates. The department values faculty work that fulfills USUs land-grant mission through education research and community engagement and it places high importance on accessible and quality teaching that prepares social workers with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in their profession. For more information on the department please visit our website.

All faculty are part of the College of Arts and Sciences which plays an instrumental role in teaching critical thinking knowledge-building skills and the ability to pose meaningful questions that advance understanding and knowledge. Students in our college confront the great questions and controversies learn about the forces that have shaped our world and develop the skills to tackle its most pressing challenges. Our graduates are creative problem-solvers with a passion for making a difference. The education they receive here prepares them to address the problems of today and to succeed wherever their career path takes them tomorrow.

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29800 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state.Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season.The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in womens volleyball three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in womens soccer conference championships and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

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