Adjunct Instructor/Lecturer

School of Social Work

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) School of Social Work is a freestanding unit renowned for its achievements in research, teaching, and community engagement. The School is committed to developing and disseminating knowledge for practice, developing responsive social welfare programs, and promoting social and economic justice. Our BSW and MSW degree programs prepare students for social work practice in public and private agencies, in the areas of mental health, health care, children and family services, public school settings, and leadership and social change, and students gain knowledge and skills to work with individuals, groups, communities, organizations, and policy in these areas.

The School of Social Work is accepting applications for adjunct instructors and lecturers who are qualified to teach in targeted areas below. The greatest need is for instructors able to teach on campus in Urbana during daytime hours, with occasional need for online instructors with specific research or policy expertise. Ideal candidates will have strong familiarity with Canvas, an online learning platform. Each area has different requirements to be eligible to teach. This search seeks candidates who are qualified to teach in one or more of these curricular areas:

Social Work Research Courses:
Required: PhD, DSW, MSW, or Master’s degree in relevant discipline and experience; MSW strongly preferred.
• SOCW 427 Research Methods
• SOCW 542 Program Evaluation
• SOCW 541 Clinical Research
• Undergraduate social work statistics

Social Work Law, Policy, and Advocacy Courses:
Required: JD, PhD, DSW, MSW, or other Master’s degree with expertise in the law and its intersection with Social Work practice; or expertise in applied social policy practice and advocacy; MSW strongly preferred; knowledge of Illinois law and policy landscape preferred.
• SOCW 589 Social Work and the Law (online)
• SOCW 584 Policy Practice and Advocacy
• SOCW 514 Mental Health Policy & Services
• SOCW 410 Social Welfare Policy & Services

Other Social Work Courses with Occasional Openings on Campus:
Required: PhD, DSW, MSW, or Master’s degree in relevant discipline and experience; MSW strongly preferred.
• SOCW 240 Death & Dying
• SOCW 296 Diversity: Identities & Issues
• SOCW 297 Asian Families in America
• SOCW 315 Social Services for Older Adults
• SOCW 322 Sexual Health and Social Work
• SOCW 412 Social Work with Latine
• SOCW 420 Substance Use in Social Context
• SOCW 403 Social Work Practice III: Communities & Organizations (MSW required)
• SOCW 526 Managing Human Service Organizations (MSW required)

Required Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or higher; a graduate degree in a closely related field may be considered for teaching non-practice courses such as research, policy, and law. Professional, applied expertise in the curricular area is expected.

PEL license is required to teach the School Social Work courses.

Preferred Experience:
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) with LSW or LCSW preferred.
• Prior experience teaching and/or leading substantive training events in person and/or online.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other online learning management systems.
• Post-master’s professional experience of 3 years or more; 5 years or more preferred.
• Familiarity with Illinois policies, laws, practice contexts, and social services infrastructure.

Appointment Information

There are multiple positions available. Adjunct instructors and lecturers may be considered for teaching opportunities starting in August for the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates may be offered an affiliate, non-service appointment initially; start dates will vary depending on when teaching need is determined. Adjunct Instructors assigned to teach a 3 or 4 credit hour course will receive $5,520 for the semester. Adjunct Lecturers assigned to teach a 3 or 4 credit hour course will receive $6020 for the semester. Salary and service will be commensurate with course load. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 11, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. Upload a cover letter that addresses your interest in teaching as an adjunct instructor/lecturer and area(s) of expertise; curriculum vita; and the name, email address, and phone numbers of three references. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

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