Ann Arbor, Michigan
Irvine, California
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Orange, California
Springfield, IL
Posted: 11-Jun-26
Type: Part-time
Categories:
Internal Number: R152199
Position Overview
The College of Social Work and the Ohio State regional campuses offering Social Work programming rely on lecturers to provide instruction for many courses in the undergraduate BSSW and graduate MSW programs. Lecturers from our communities bring extensive knowledge and expertise to the classroom based on their educational backgrounds and practice experience. Their efforts enrich the curriculum for our students and they provide a perspective that keeps our curriculum anchored in current issues and practices from the field.
This is a part-time semester, reappointment lecturer position expected to begin Autumn 2026. Interested applicants should demonstrate practice experience in foundational social work skills, including client engagement, biopsychosocial assessment, intervention planning, and evaluation. Qualifications should also include experience with research and statistical literacy that supports ethical, evidenceâ‘informed decision making in social work practice.
Performance Objectives
Lecturers are an essential component of social work education in the College of Social Work as we strive to provide quality instruction to our students. In an effort to provide a consistent educational experience for students, lecturers are expected to provide an outstanding educational experience by:
- Following the course syllabus that has been developed by the Colleges program committees;
- Utilizing Carmen Canvas as the Learning Management system to post your syllabus, maintain your course grade book, and provide other resources/materials, as applicable.
- Attending course planning meetings to coordinate with other course instructors on class readings, assignments, exercises, and grading rubrics;
- Grading student assignments and providing written comments and feedback to students in a manner that is consistent with the timelines set by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and The Ohio State University;
- Reporting final grades on time;
- Reporting any instances of academic misconduct;
- Following up with students who are granted incompletes and ensuring that final grades are submitted; and
- Being accessible to students by email or phone outside of class and having office hours for individual student meetings. If hired, all OSU business should be conducted using the OSU email account assigned to you.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: Masters degree in Social Work and a minimum of two years of post-graduate social work experience.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [insert link to posting for advertisements]. Application materials must include {remove any that are not applicable}:
Required:
Cover letter including your area of specialization in Social Work Curriculum Vita (CV)
We ask that you please upload all documents including your resume/CV, cover letter, Social Work area of specialization, and evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include student evaluations, continuing education or other training evaluations, or peer reviews of teaching, to the Resume/CV section of this application form.
The College
The College of Social Work readily collaborates with the social work community to improve and resolve an extensive array of contemporary social problems making it an integral and valuable resource to the state of Ohio and the nation. Through its Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW), Master of Social Work (MSW), and PhD programs, the college enables students to experience and explore the knowledge, values and skills required for professional social work practice and research.
Department Information
The Academic Affairs Division at the College of Social Work provides leadership for and oversight of programs and services that support student learning and experiences, programmatic initiatives, instructor and faculty support, and policies and regulation
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State Universitys Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
