VISITING INSTRUCTOR
9-MONTH ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
(Multiple Positions: 50%-100%)
Anticipated Start Date - August 19, 2026
The University of Iowa School of Social Work invites applications for multiple Visiting Instructor positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level social work courses in person in Iowa City or Des Moines and online.
A Visiting Instructor position can be full-time (4 courses per semester), time (3 courses per semester), or half-time (2 courses per semester). The initial appointment is for one year (2026-27). The full-time equivalent salary is $70,000 plus benefits.
For more information about the University of Iowa School of Social Work please see: https://socialwork.uiowa.edu.
To Apply: Please visit jobs.uiowa.edu and reference Requisition #75952. Please submit a curriculum vitae and/or an annotated resume and a letter of interest. The letter of interest should be a detailed description of your interest in the position, your practice background, and your prior teaching experience. Please also provide contact information for three professional references.
Questions can be directed to:
Miriam J. Landsman, Ph.D., Director
University of Iowa School of Social Work
308 North Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242
miriam-landsman@uiowa.edu
WORK AUTHORIZATION INFORMATION
For H-1B petitions subject to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage impacted individuals to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.
MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Education Requirement:To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact InformationThe University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
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