Open Rank Clinical Fixed Term Faculty (10)

Department :

SW-School of Social Work - 380100

Posting Open Date : 09 / 19 / 2025

Application Deadline :

10 / 27 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Position Type : Permanent Faculty

Working Title :

Open Rank Clinical Fixed Term Faculty (10)

Appointment Type : Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID : FAC0005627

Full-time / Part-time :

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week : 40

FTE : Position Location :

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range :

Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

Proposed Start Date :

01 / 01 / 2026

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, improve lives. The School’s curriculum supports the mission and recognizes the uniqueness of the region served, including concerns for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families and communities. Classes provide rigorous and evidence-based content, and give students the opportunity to explore theory, learn intervention skills and engage in challenging dialogue with colleagues.

Position Summary :

Faculty may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station. If business needs change, an individual employee’s designation may be adjusted with a required minimum of ten (10) business days’ notice unless employee conduct or safety issues necessitate otherwise, at the discretion of management.

This posting is for ten (10) total positions, including seven (7) open-rank Clinical fixed-term faculty positions and three (3) open-rank Practicum Education fixed-term faculty position. By applying, applicants will be considered for all vacancies.

The School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for open-rank Clinical fixed-term faculty and Practicum Education fixed-term faculty positions (1.0 FTE). The mission of the School of Social Work is to advance equity, transform systems, and improve lives. The curriculum supports this mission and includes a focus on evidence-based practice; concern for disadvantaged, vulnerable, and oppressed individuals, families, and communities; and the design and development of social interventions. These positions will be reviewed annually for reappointment.

Clinical Fixed-Term Faculty Teaching Positions : We are seeking candidates for seven (7) open-rank fixed-term teaching roles to teach across our online and on-ground MSW program. Candidates should have extensive social work practice experience and expertise capable of teaching both generalist and specialized courses (direct practice or macro). The ideal candidate should have a background in social work practice, involving assessment and intervention with individuals, families, and groups, or communities and organizations. Preference will be given to applicants with clinical or substance use and addictions licensures, knowledge of clinical methods, or macro-level work experience, as well as demonstrated skills and experience in teaching graduate-level classes or training. Candidates with clinical practice backgrounds who can teach within the Direct Practice concentration or those with macro social work practice experience and expertise who can teach in the Community, Management, Policy Practice (CMPP) concentration will be assigned to teach various Master of Social Work courses across both our in-person and online programs. Fixed-term faculty typically teach 7 courses annually, generally 3 in the fall semester, 3 in the spring semester, and 1 summer course. Additional responsibilities include advising students, serving on committees, and other service duties. This position has a standard distribution of effort that includes 90% teaching and instruction and 10% service and community engagement.

Practicum Education Position : We are seeking candidates for three (3) open-rank fixed-term faculty position responsible for coordinating practicum education in social work practice areas, as well as teaching four graduate courses per year. Candidates should have a breadth of social work practice experience and expertise and the ability to teach in generalist and direct practice or macro specialization courses. Specifically, the applicant should have experience in social work practice with assessment and intervention with individuals, families, groups, or communities and organizations. Experience working in practicum education is strongly preferred. Applicants with an LCSW or macro-level work experience and demonstrated skills and experience in teaching graduate-level classes or training are preferred. This position has a standard distribution of effort that includes 90% teaching and instruction and 10% service and community engagement.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Applicants must possess a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree from an accredited Council of Social Work Education program and a license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or macro-level social work experience.

This position is advertised as open rank; to be considered at a Clinical Assistant Professor rank, applicants must additionally possess 7 years of relevant experience (6 of which must be post-Master’s) or a doctoral degree in social work or in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Preferred qualifications include a minimum of 5 years, post-MSW practice experience; a superior record of teaching and training; and the ability to integrate research and scholarship into course development, assignments, and lectures. Experience working with social work students in practice or practicum placement settings is beneficial. Professional experience in direct practice or macro social work and teaching CMPP or direct concentration courses are preferred.

Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience spanning both direct practice and macro areas, enabling them to teach across the curriculum. Preferred areas of expertise include IDD and neurodiversity, early childhood and adolescent behavioral health, licensed substance use and addiction treatment, and / or community engagement, asset building, and organizational facilitation. Applicants should have demonstrated skill and experience teaching graduate-level classes, including traditional classroom, online, and seminar formats, as well as supervising students in practicum placements. Relationship-building skills and knowledge of North Carolina communities are also preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

Candidates should electronically upload a CV, a cover letter outlining interest and prior experience, a teaching and service statement, and include three to four references with their institution, email, and phone number. Optional document uploads may include teaching evaluations and / or sample course materials (i.e., syllabus, assignments, or sample lecture notes). The service statement should be uploaded as “Other Document.”

Please note that referees will receive a system generated email to upload a referee letter, if the candidate advances to the candidate pool.