Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Master of Social Work (25-26)

Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Master of Social Work (25-26)

Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Posting Details

Job ID: 164244
Rank: Instructor/Professional Lecturer
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Position Description:

The Department of Social Work at DePaul University, in Chicago, Illinois, invites applications for a term line faculty position with an appointment beginning January 2026.

The Department of Social Work is recruiting one term faculty member with expertise in teaching Human Behavior and the Social Environment (HBSE I & II), and additional expertise in teaching field seminar with field liaison responsibilities, professional writing and program evaluation.

We want applicants who are committed to teaching excellence. A successful candidate is capable of teaching across the curriculum. The position has a teaching load of 9 courses over a three-term quarter system of 10 weeks each. All courses are taught in person in DePaul's loop campus. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department by attending departmental meetings and other events.

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess an MSW and a Ph.D. in Social Work or a related field. DePaul seeks candidates with demonstrated experience with diverse teaching modalities.

Application Instructions:

Please electronically submit:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Personal Statement of Teaching
• Copies of student evaluations of teaching
• Official transcripts
• Letters of recommendation (3) that can speak to your teaching competency

Preliminary interviews will occur over Zoom with in person interviews for finalists.

Salary Information:

The salary range for this 10-month position is $54,100 - $60,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.