Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, School of Social Work

Posting Number: F220175

Employer: State

FTE: Varies

Position Summary:

The University at Buffalo School of Social Work is looking for exceptional part-time adjunct instructors who are dedicated to providing quality educational experiences to our Doctor of Social Work ( DSW ), Master of Social Work ( MSW ) and Undergraduate students. The successful candidate will deliver courses by utilizing the Brightspace platform, also known as UBLearns.

DSW : The DSW program is delivered fully online. The successful candidate will deliver courses using advanced technologies. For a description of the DSW program and a list of course offerings, please visit the DSW program website (https://socialwork.buffalo.edu/education/dsw-online.html) .

MSW & Undergraduate: For a list of course offerings, please visit the MSW program website (https://socialwork.buffalo.edu/education/master-of-social-work-msw/curriculum.html) .

Please view the special instructions summary for the contact information for each of the programs.

Essential duties:

• Develop a full syllabus using the Course Description and Course Objectives on the Master Course Syllabus, and following the Syllabi Requirements outlined in the School’s Handbook.

• Deliver the School’s TI-HR curriculum to help facilitate and advance students’ skills and knowledge development.

• Attend (in-person or virtually) meetings in the fall and spring semesters.

• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.

• Maintain a strong commitment to Social Work’s ethics and values, as well as the School’s mission, values, and vision.

This is a pooled posting, and positions are filled on an as-needed basis.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two or more years of relevant social work experience post- MSW degree.

• Knowledge of the American Psychological Association ( APA ) reference citation style.

• For the DSW program: Doctorate degree.

• For the MSW & Undergraduate program: M.S. or M.A. in Social Work (or closely related field).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current SW Licensure ( LMSW / LCSW ) or equivalent in related field.

• Previous graduate-level social work teaching experience.

• Prior exposure to supervising in a social work setting.

• Experience with Brightspace or other online learning management systems ( LMS ).

• Experience with other teaching technologies (e.g. Collaborate, Voicethread, Zoom, etc.)

• Experience with online instruction is preferred for candidates interested in teaching online.

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 37821