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UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor (tenure track or clinical) in BRIGHAM CITY, Utah
Assistant Professor (tenure track or clinical)
Requisition ID: 2026-9942
of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Brigham City
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Social Work
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
Overview
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.
USU's 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 USU's 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 USU's 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.
Responsibilities
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
Qualifications
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
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USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race , color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-disc imination).