Assistant Professor, Social Work - Salve Regina University

Salve Regina University•Newport, RI

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About The Position

The Salve Regina University Social Work Department is seeking an Assistant Professor- tenure track beginning in late August 2026. The candidate should be familiar with the CSWE 2022 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards for BSW programs. The SRU Social Work program has been accredited by CSWE since 1984, boasts a national reputation for its excellence, and embraces a generalist curriculum with a special focus on women and children and the critical concerns of the Sisters of Mercy (earth, immigration, nonviolence, racism and women). In addition to a well-developed curriculum, the department faculty and students offer many co-curricular enrichment opportunities. Salve Regina University, a mission driven institution, was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1947. Salve Regina is in Newport, Rhode Island. The city of Newport, also known as the city by the sea, is diverse, and rich in history and culture. The beautiful campus winds along the famous Cliff Walk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Requirements

MSW from a CSWE accredited program
PhD or DSW in Social Work
Minimum of three years post MSW practice
Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level
Demonstrated commitment to the Mission of the University and to the profession

Nice To Haves

Active social work license
Involvement in accreditation processes
Experience in working across departments and with community partners

Responsibilities

Teach practice, policy and research (micro, mezzo, macro) related classes and other classes as needed (21 credits annually - September - May)
Maintain an active research program that includes mentoring and collaborating with students
Advise majors in the Department
Contribute to curriculum development and refinement
Help to maintain accreditation by CSWE
Participate in Department co-curricular and extra-curricular programs and activities
Understand and follow University policies
Serve on University appointed and elected committees
Provide service to Department, university and local community

Benefits

health, dental and vision coverage available on the first of the month following date of hire
403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employer contributions as well as access to advising services
long-term disability coverage
employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents
robust wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center
supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available for qualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
employee Assistance Program through Coastline EAP
flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
health savings accounts
529 collegebound saver program
paid parental leave and adoption assistance