Assistant Professor, Social Work - IFO (AA28002)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Mankato, MN

About The Position

Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Department of Social Work invites applications for a probationary, tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 16, 2027. The position supports the undergraduate and graduate Social Work programs through teaching, advising, scholarship, and service. The faculty member will teach graduate courses in generalist and advanced generalist social work practice, commensurate with their expertise, and supervise and advise graduate students. A typical faculty workload may include up to 24 instructional credits per academic year. The role may also include teaching in other qualified areas and developing face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses at the Mankato campus, online, or at additional University locations. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum design, instruction, evaluation, CSWE reaffirmation, student research and professional development, recruitment, retention, and degree completion. The position also includes continuing preparation and study, productive scholarship or research, service to the University and community, and may involve developing external grant funding opportunities. The graduate program includes weekend and evening instruction. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience within the stated contractual range.

Requirements

Doctorate in Social Work or a related field, earned or completed by the employment start date of August 16, 2027.
Current, valid Social Work license in good standing, with the ability to acquire licensure in Minnesota.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable.
Ability to use appropriate tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment and comply with required safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Effective written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
Experience teaching Social Work at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Ability to work individually and collaboratively as part of a collegial and cooperative team.
Ability to initiate and sustain a scholarship agenda.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate Social Work courses, including graduate generalist and advanced generalist practice courses commensurate with expertise.
Advise and supervise graduate students in Social Work.
Develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction, including for the weekend and evening graduate program.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, instruction, evaluation, and CSWE reaffirmation.
Conduct research productively and mentor students in research, academic development, and professional development.
Contribute to strategies for student recruitment, retention, and degree completion.
Engage in scholarly or creative activity or research and continuing preparation and study.
Provide service to the University, community, and discipline.
Potentially develop external grant funding opportunities and teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
Perform job tasks safely, complete required safety training, and follow University policies and procedures.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program offering mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Generous vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and investment options.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.