Clinical Assistant Professor, Social Work

Job Summary

The Social Work Program in Purdue University Northwest’s Department of Behavioral Sciences invites applications for a Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor. The position is ideally to begin August 17, 2026. Candidates must be able to: 1) perform high quality teaching, service, and participation in student mentorship and events; 2) demonstrate commitment to promoting anti-oppressive social work practice in their role as faculty member; 3) collaborate with other department programs on curriculum, instruction, and other matters; and 4) teach introductory and advanced practice social work courses; 5) teach 4 courses each semester. While all areas of practice interests will be considered, individuals with focal teaching/research interests in mental health, de-addiction, and trauma-informed care are especially encouraged to apply.

Guided by a liberal arts-based education and cohesive curriculum, the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work program at Purdue University Northwest operates within the land-grant tradition of democracy, inclusiveness, and accessibility and has been accredited by the Council on Social Work Education since 2016.

Position Requirements

• Earned Doctoral Degree in Social Work (PhD or DSW) or a closely related discipline by August 2026
• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, or recognition of credentials by the International Social Work Degree Recognition and Evaluation Service (ISWDRES)
• At least two years of post-MSW practice experience
• University teaching experience