Open Rank Clinical (Asst/Assoc/Full) Professor,Director of BSW Field Education-School of Social Work
University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign
Urbana,
Illinois,
United States
Education
Research and Science
H-1B
Salary
$76,389 - $90,000 a year
Job posted on January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Open Rank Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor, Director of BSW Field Education School of Social Work Job Summary:
The School of Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a dynamic colleague for a 12-month, non-tenure track, Open Rank Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor position. This is a full-time, twelve-month specialized faculty position that requires predominantly in-person work on the Urbana campus. The Director of BSW Field Education provides leadership for the field education program by drawing on practice experience, field instruction experience, and administrative responsibilities. The role includes overseeing student practicum placements, supporting field instructors, supervising members of the BSW Field Team, and managing the policies and activities required for high quality social work field education.
The role consists of 50% administrative duties as the Director of BSW Field Education; 40% responsibilities to teaching/field liaison; 5% service, and 5% scholarship.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. Minimum of three years of post-MSW social work practice experience. Licensed Social Worker in Illinois or eligible for licensure at the time of application, with LCSW preferred. Experience providing supervision in a social work agency or educational setting, including supervision of students, interns, or staff. Experience with field education processes such as placement coordination, student advising, or agency partnership development (aligned with CSWE expectations for field leadership). Experience teaching in higher education. Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and community partners; and ability to travel, primarily within Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a field instructor, faculty field liaison, or educator in a social work program. Experience working in a university or college setting. Experience with CSWE accreditation processes and/or assessment of student learning outcomes. Current LCSW in Illinois. Experience collaborating with community agencies or professional organizations.
About the School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois School of Social Work takes pride in our diverse, interdisciplinary collaborations. Over the past decade, our three social work degree programs have expanded rapidly, now offering both campus-based and online teaching opportunities. Our extensive partnerships with state and community-based agencies provide fertile ground for innovative teaching and service.
We are committed to educating students to work on behalf of marginalized and minoritized groups, developing responsive social welfare programs and interventions, and promoting social, racial, and economic justice. Our Champaign-Urbana community is diverse and welcoming, blending the best of micro-urban living with easy access to Chicago.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time, non-tenure track, Open Rank Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor position, appointed on a 12-month service basis. The ideal expected start date is April 16, 2026.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $76,389 – 80,000 at the Clinical Assistant Professor level, $80,000 – 88,000 at the Clinical Associate Professor level, and $88,000 – 90,000 at the Clinical Professor level, for a 12-month service basis. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on February 03, 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. For full consideration candidates should submit the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and email and phone number of three professional 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. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.
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 intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. 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. Requisition ID: 1034548
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
APPLY NOW
The School of Social Work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a dynamic colleague for a 12-month, non-tenure track, Open Rank Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor position. This is a full-time, twelve-month specialized faculty position that requires predominantly in-person work on the Urbana campus. The Director of BSW Field Education provides leadership for the field education program by drawing on practice experience, field instruction experience, and administrative responsibilities. The role includes overseeing student practicum placements, supporting field instructors, supervising members of the BSW Field Team, and managing the policies and activities required for high quality social work field education.
The role consists of 50% administrative duties as the Director of BSW Field Education; 40% responsibilities to teaching/field liaison; 5% service, and 5% scholarship.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. Minimum of three years of post-MSW social work practice experience. Licensed Social Worker in Illinois or eligible for licensure at the time of application, with LCSW preferred. Experience providing supervision in a social work agency or educational setting, including supervision of students, interns, or staff. Experience with field education processes such as placement coordination, student advising, or agency partnership development (aligned with CSWE expectations for field leadership). Experience teaching in higher education. Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and community partners; and ability to travel, primarily within Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a field instructor, faculty field liaison, or educator in a social work program. Experience working in a university or college setting. Experience with CSWE accreditation processes and/or assessment of student learning outcomes. Current LCSW in Illinois. Experience collaborating with community agencies or professional organizations.
About the School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois School of Social Work takes pride in our diverse, interdisciplinary collaborations. Over the past decade, our three social work degree programs have expanded rapidly, now offering both campus-based and online teaching opportunities. Our extensive partnerships with state and community-based agencies provide fertile ground for innovative teaching and service.
We are committed to educating students to work on behalf of marginalized and minoritized groups, developing responsive social welfare programs and interventions, and promoting social, racial, and economic justice. Our Champaign-Urbana community is diverse and welcoming, blending the best of micro-urban living with easy access to Chicago.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time, non-tenure track, Open Rank Clinical (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor position, appointed on a 12-month service basis. The ideal expected start date is April 16, 2026.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $76,389 – 80,000 at the Clinical Assistant Professor level, $80,000 – 88,000 at the Clinical Associate Professor level, and $88,000 – 90,000 at the Clinical Professor level, for a 12-month service basis. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including equivalent years in rank, training, and field or discipline; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on February 03, 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. For full consideration candidates should submit the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and email and phone number of three professional 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. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.
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 intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. 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. Requisition ID: 1034548
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu