Assistant Professor - School of Social Work

West Virginia University • WV

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About The Position

The School of Social Work at West Virginia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Social Work at the Assistant Professor rank. The preferred start date is August, 2026. The WVU School of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and enrolls approximately 350 students at the BSW and MSW levels. Both the BSW and the MSW programs are offered on-campus and online. The MSW program specialization is Advanced Integrated Practice, with a focus on interdisciplinary work. The school’s PhD program prepares students to excel in research, teaching, and leadership with an emphasis on community-focused research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a productive and fundable research agenda in a substantive area of social work practice, be willing to teach across the BSW, MSW, and PhD programs, and provide mentorship for doctoral students.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Social Work or a related field (late-stage ABD applicants will be considered; completion of the doctoral degree by hire date is required).
• CSWE-accredited master’s degree in social work.
• Evidence of strong potential for outstanding contribution to the School’s undergraduate and graduate teaching and research missions.
• Two years post-MSW professional practice experience.
• Evidence of a productive, fundable research program.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to both the research and teaching missions of the Department.
• Establish an externally funded, nationally competitive research program in the area of Social Work.
• Teach four courses per year at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Teach classes at the BSW, MSW, and/or PhD levels and mentor doctoral students.
• Serve the community, university, and profession.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees