Assistant/Associate Professor, DSW Director Appointment

This Assistant/Associate Professor faculty position serves as the Director of the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program and plays a pivotal leadership role in the administration and advancement of the program. Key responsibilities include marketing the program and actively recruiting prospective students, overseeing the admissions process, and assigning incoming students to appropriate cohorts. The Director will teach three doctoral seminars/undergraduate courses and summer courses annually, evaluate comprehensive exams, and participate on all dissertation committees to ensure academic rigor and consistency. Additionally, the Director ensures timely completion of all requirements for students' "Application for Admission to Candidacy," manages student concerns and requests, and provides mentorship and support to faculty teaching within the DSW curriculum. This position requires a strategic and student-centered approach to program management, academic leadership, and faculty collaboration. Anticipated start date is August 16, 2027.

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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska's only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state's largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.