Job Summary
The Department of Behavioral Sciences is seeking applications for Limited Term Lecturers (LTLs) in the social work program for the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters. LTL positions are temporary, non-benefits eligible, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The Primary Responsibilities of successful candidates will be to:
1. Teach on campus and/or online courses in Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) program.
2. Follow the syllabus and curricula provided according to the most recent Educational and Professional Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
3. Maintain office hours and provide feedback to students in a timely manner. For practicum courses, collect and submit the practicum data from the Practicum Supervisors to the Program Director for assessment purposes.
4. Maintain FERPA and Title X certification.
5. Understand and adhere to University policies and guidelines.
6. Have competency in effective and appropriate in-person and online (synchronous and asynchronous) delivery instruction.
Education
- Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program. PhD or DSW in Social Work or allied field is preferable but not required.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of post -MSW practice experience preferably in substance abuse/deaddiction
Core Competencies
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills and willingness and ability to work in a collaborative setting
- Demonstrated experience teaching at the college level or relevant professional experience
Department Profile
The Behavioral Sciences department is one of the most intellectually diverse at PNW, and is comprised of several undergraduate (behavioral sciences, criminal justice, sociology, social work) and graduate programs (couple and family therapy, social work) with over 300 undergraduate majors.
How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, applicants should submit the following: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing required experience; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) list of three professional references.
A background check will be required for employment in this position. Employment would begin on August 17, 2026, and continue on a semester basis.
Additional Information
Purdue University Northwest (PNW), a premier metropolitan university located in Northwest Indiana, is dedicated to empowering transformational change in its students on its two campuses in Hammond and Westville, Indiana. Part of the Purdue University system and offering more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, PNW is committed to academic excellence, supports growth, and celebrates diversity. PNW’s colleges, schools and centers are distinguished through prestigious accreditations, national recognitions, and competitive rankings.
PNW’s Hammond campus is located only 30 miles from Chicago with the Westville branch campus just 15 miles from Indiana Dunes National Park. Fostering a university community full of contrasts—urban and rural, industrial and natural, with a well-established history and forward-thinking mindset—PNW’s two campuses serve its students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college to make the most of this rich range of resources. Moreover, PNW has been designated as a Hispanic-serving public institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and under-served student population.