Assistant Professor

The K-State Social Work Program invites applicants to apply for a 9-month tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor for the 2025-2026 academic year.

  • 517941
  • Manhattan
  • Sociology Anthropology & SocWk
  • Academic / Faculty - 9 month
  • On-site

 

About This Role:

The K-State Social Work Program invites applicants to apply for a 9-month tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor for the 2025-2026 academic year. Responsibilities for this position include teaching a course load of five classes per academic year (2-3 per semester), scholarly research, and departmental and university service. The program will target candidates with direct social work practice experience, teaching interest in areas of Direct Social Work Practice, and a strong record of scholarly research.

Inquiries about the position can be emailed to Dr. Don Kurtz, Department Head and Professor of Social Work, at dlk3535@ksu.edu.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

Visit this link for K-State’s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements.  Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Doctoral degree in social work or a related field
  • MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
  • At least two years of social work practice experience post-MSW

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A record of in-person teaching effectiveness
  • Strong research agenda and proven scholarly record
  • Experience in teaching diverse student populations

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Submit ONE pdf file (under the resume field) Cover letter, Curriculum Vita, teaching evaluations, and names of three professional references along with the completed application.

Screening of Applications Begins:

October 7th, 2024.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

Salary commensurate with experience in the range of $70,000 - $75,000.

 

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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