Adjunct Instructor, School of Social Work
Position Information
Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, School of Social Work
Department: School of Social Work
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63237
Posting Detail Information
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.
MSW & Undergraduate: For a list of course offerings, please visit the MSW program website and Undergraduate education website. The MSW Program is specifically interested in candidates with a strong teaching record and experience teaching online.
Please view the special instructions summary for the contact information for each of the programs.
We are looking for adjunct faculty to help implement our curriculum and teach essential social work history, theory, competencies, and skill.
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching course content and using the course description and objectives (from a master course syllabus). Instructors will need to develop a full syllabus, following the Syllabi Requirements outlined in the School’s Handbook.
- Instructors are also required to utilize the learning management system, Brightspace.
- Instructors should be familiar with the School’s TI-HR curriculum to help facilitate and advance students’ skills, competency, 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.
- Collaborate with students and school administration effectively to support students.
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.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
Competitive
Job Type
Varies
Special Instructions Summary
For questions regarding the MSW program:
Contact Name: Katie McClain-Meeder (MSW Contact)
Contact Title: Associate Professor, Director of the MSW Program
Contact Phone/Extension: 716-645-1252
Contact Email: mcclainm@buffalo.edu
For questions regarding the DSW program:
Contact Name: Louanne Bakk (DSW Contact)
Contact Title: Clinical Associate Professor, DSW Program Director
Contact Phone/Extension: 716-645-1861
Contact Email: louanneb@buffalo.edu
For questions regarding the Undergraduate program:
Contact Name: Filomena Critelli (Undergraduate Contact)
Contact Title: Associate Professor, Director of Undergraduate Studies
Contact Phone/Extension: 716-645-1250
Contact Email: fmc8@buffalo.edu
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Katie McClain-Meeder
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: MSW Program Director
Contact's Email: mcclainm@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-1260
Posting Dates
Posted: 07/07/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
