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The School of Social Work seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary teaching positions within the School. The School provides instruction of both undergraduate and graduate students.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 pm (MST) on 10/31/26.

Throughout its history, the School of Social Work at Colorado State University has made a continuous effort to develop and maintain a program that is responsive to three distinct, but related, interests:

• The profession of social work as represented by the Council on Social Work Education's Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards;

• The human services agencies and clients in the state, the region, the nation, and the globe; and

• The land-grant oriented mission and goals of Colorado State University.

For more information about our school, please visit our website at http://ssw.chhs.colostate.edu.

$50,000-$55,000

Teaching and Advising - Advise students, oversee practicums and internships, and teach in the School of Social Work programs.

Mentorship - Model teaching excellence in courses for SOWK by fully supporting the philosophy and culture of School of Social Work.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

The position reports to the Director of the School of Social Work.

• For an instructor-level appointment, a masters degree in an appropriate discipline is required.

• For an assistant professor appointment, a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline is required.

• One or more years of university-level teaching experience.

To apply, submit a cover letter and CV. This is an evergreen posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on October 31, 2026. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,CSUconducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.