Assistant Professor, Social Work (2794)

Idaho State University

118d • $66,000 - $73,000

About The Position

The Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminology at Idaho State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Social Work beginning August 2026. We seek applicants who can teach core and elective courses within the MSW curriculum. We are open to a variety of research interests for this position, as well as a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches. However, we are especially interested in applicants whose research focus is on rural social work and mental health. Teaching duties for this position are a 3/3 load and include in-class, broadcast (synchronous online), and online (asynchronous) formats. While we are open to a variety of teaching foci, we are particularly interested in candidates who can teach research-oriented classes. The successful candidate will be expected to grow and maintain an active research program, including publishing in scholarly journals and submitting grant proposals, and to fill service roles in the department, college, university, and community. The hired candidate will be based at Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus.

Requirements

• MSW from a CSWE accredited program and a Ph.D. in a related social science field (ABD applicants will be considered and must complete their Ph.D. by June 30, 2026).
• Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Evidence for potential excellence in teaching in a variety of formats, including synchronous and asynchronous online classes.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to teach graduate level classes on research methods and related topics.
• Two years post-MSW direct social work practice experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Research focused on rural social work and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective social work classes.
• Undertake continued scholarship in your specialization, including publishing in scholarly journals and submitting grant proposals.
• Service to the department, college, university, and community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability plan.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Excellent retirement options and company contribution.
• Generous paid time off/sick leave accrual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree