Part-time Instructor - Social Work

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The mission of the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) is to provide excellent and collaborative education, scholarship, and service to advance human well-being for all, with an emphasis on rural and underserved populations. The CNPD is comprised of three departments: Nursing, Nutrition & Dietetics, and Social Work. The department of Social Work is seeking an adjunct instructor who will be responsible for the planning, presentation and evaluation of classroom instruction and all related activities. A sampling of teaching assignments for Fall 2026 semester includes: SWK 506, Social Policy SWK 533, Advanced Generalist Practice Field Education Seminar II SWK 534, Advanced Generalist Practice with Treatment Groups SWK 543, Research in Clinical Practice SWK 560, Topics of Social Work Practice. The position may be offered again in future semesters.

Requirements

MSW degree earned from a CSWE-accredited Social Work program
Two years of full-time post-MSW social work practice experience
Current or ability to hold an advanced North Dakota Social Work license (i.e., LMSW, LCSW)
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in Social Work (PhD, DSW) or closely related field
Prior experience with Social Work education (e.g., BSW, MSW, field education)
Instructional experience in direct practice (individuals, families, groups), policy, and/or macro practice