Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor

School of Social Work

(Position located at the Pappajohn Education Center in Des Moines)

Position to begin August 19, 2026

The University of Iowa, School of Social Work seeks a clinical assistant or associate professor (9-month appointment, academic year) with expertise in social work practice, to teach primarily evening courses in person and online, and engage in professional productivity, practice, and service in the Pappajohn Education Center in Des Moines.

The School offers programs at the BA, MSW, and PhD levels with faculty scholarship foci in the areas of aging, child welfare, behavioral and mental health, and organizations and communities. In addition to programs on our main Iowa City campus, the School maintains MSW programs in Des Moines, Sioux City, and an online program serving all of Iowa and surrounding states. We are seeking a person to instruct graduate-level courses. This position is based in Des Moines, with occasional travel to other centers. Applicants are expected to teach both in the classroom and online, and to maintain office hours in Des Moines. For more information on the School’s many resources and programs, see our homepage at http://socialwork.uiowa.edu.

Required qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE accredited program.
• A minimum of three years post-graduate level practice experience.
• Demonstrated potential for teaching in social work.
• Current license at the Master’s level of social work (LMSW).
• Potential for professional productivity, practice, and service through such activities as CEU or conference presentations, professional consultation, community outreach activities, publications, membership in state or regional boards or professional organizations.

Desired qualifications

• Knowledge of Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Academic Standards.
• LISW or equivalent clinical social work licensure in current state of residence/employment.
• Five or more years post-graduate level practice experience.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials immediately, as application review will begin February 1, 2026. All materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/faculty/. Refer to requisition number # 75835.  Do not mail paper applications. A curriculum vitae, letter of application describing your interest, preparation, and vision for social work education and contact information for three references will need to be attached during the online application process. 

For inquiries about the position please contact the Search Committee Chair:

Miriam Landsman, PhD, MSW, Director
University of Iowa
School of Social Work
308 North Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242
miriam-landsman@uiowa.edu

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.