Social work professor Jobs in Gainesville, FL

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia's Social Foundations and Leadership Education Department is seeking applications for the position of an Assistant/Associate Professor beginning Fall 2027. This is a 10-month position; summer teaching is possible but not guaranteed.

For best consideration, please submit all materials by November 1, 2026.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644 or .

Responsibilities

• The faculty member is expected to teach specified courses, prepare course materials, provide support and guidance to students through academic advising, foster student success, maintain records pertinent to accreditation, and assist in the supervision of students completing field placements. Commitment to a collaborative curriculum development model is expected.
• General faculty responsibilities in the department include but are not limited to the following: Teach undergraduate courses on the Gainesville campus, primarily, but also undergraduate and graduate courses, depending on need and credentials, face-to-face in other locations, hybrid, and/or online; Participate in recruitment and retention activities for undergraduate students, particularly students on the Gainesville campus; Engage in department, college, and university-wide student success initiatives; Engage in service activities at all required levels; Engage in research, scholarship, and professional development; and Participate in program review, program assessment, and accreditation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in the Social Foundations of Education, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered if degree completion is expected prior to August 2027.
• The successful candidate should demonstrate the following: Expertise in academic field of the Social Foundations of Education or a closely related field;Ability to work collegially with other members of the faculty and utilize opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration;Familiarity with learning, teaching, and multicultural educational theorie;Professional written and oral communication skills;Evidence of effective and innovative teaching practices; andExperience in effective and engaging teaching in the fully online environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum three years teaching experience at the K-12 level , preferably in a public-school setting
• Experience teaching courses at the collegiate level
• A record of scholarly activity
• A record of or strong indication of the potential to secure external funding

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.