Assistant Professor, Social Work
Western Kentucky University • Bowling Green, KY • Posted June 18, 2026
About the Role
Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Dec 9 2025 Job Description:
The Western Kentucky University Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor. The position responsibilities include but not limited to teaching diverse courses; conducting and disseminating original research; applying for grants; engaging in program, university, professional, and community service; advising and mentoring students. Other responsibilities may be assigned based on administrative discretion and institutional needs. The anticipated start date is August 2026.
Job Requirements:
+ Earned a Doctorate in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program, or a related field. ABD candidates who successfully defend their dissertation by August 2026 will also be considered.
+ Earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
+ Is eligible for s...
The Western Kentucky University Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor. The position responsibilities include but not limited to teaching diverse courses; conducting and disseminating original research; applying for grants; engaging in program, university, professional, and community service; advising and mentoring students. Other responsibilities may be assigned based on administrative discretion and institutional needs. The anticipated start date is August 2026.
Job Requirements:
+ Earned a Doctorate in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program, or a related field. ABD candidates who successfully defend their dissertation by August 2026 will also be considered.
+ Earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
+ Is eligible for s...