Assistant Professor - Social Work
About The Position
Niagara University is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor for its accredited CSWE social work program. This position will be responsible for teaching courses, along with research and service requirements, in a well-established, stable, smaller university undergraduate generalist BSW social work program. The university was founded in 1856 and is a private, Catholic institution sponsored by the Vincentian community. Hiring will be at the Assistant Level with a salary commensurate with the applicant's qualifications and experience, for this 10-month appointment. Tenure and/or promotion will be based on success in this position, as well as accomplishments in teaching, university and community service, and scholarly publications.
Requirements
- MSW in Social Work from an accredited social work program.
- Two years post MSW social work practice experience.
- Ph.D. or D.S.W. in social work or a closely related field (ABD and those close to completing their Ph.D. will also be considered).
Nice To Haves
- LMSW/LCSW or eligible for state licensure.
- Experience using experiential learning as a pedagogy in advancing social justice.
Responsibilities
- Teaching three courses per semester.
- Teaching Social Welfare Policy, Policy and Poverty, Capstone, Vincentian Social Justice, Introduction to Social Work, as well as electives as needed.
- Contributing to the Department, College of Arts & Sciences, and the University via participation in various committees and related service assignments.
- Being an active researcher/scholar.
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with applicant & qualifications and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
