Assistant Professor (Social Work)

Texas A&M University System • Prairie View, TX

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About The Position

The Department of Social Work in the College of Public Affairs and Societal Impact at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Work. The successful candidate will teach across the on-campus Bachelor of Social Work (BASW) and online Master of Social Work (MSW) curricula. The department offers a generalist BASW degree and an MSW program focused on advanced clinical social work, with a specialization in Medical Social Work/Behavioral Health. Both programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

The salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience, within the assigned salary range and the University’s compensation structure. Near-completion ABD candidates may be considered, provided the doctorate is received by the appointment date. Employment is contingent on verification of credentials and completion of a criminal history check. The position is security-sensitive.

Requirements

• Doctorate (PhD or DSW) in Social Work or a closely related field; near-completion ABD candidates may be considered, but the doctorate must be received by the appointment date.
• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two years of post-MSW social work practice experience, including at least three years of direct clinical practice.
• Commitment to generalist social work, education, and knowledge building.
• Online teaching experience and student advisement.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to teach across the MSW/BSW curriculum.
• Interest and knowledge in the social work accreditation process.
• Interest in medical and behavioral areas of social practice.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and experience working with culturally and linguistically varied populations.
• A publication record commensurate with appointment at the rank of assistant professor and evidence of ongoing research projects.
• A record of extramural funding.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the graduate level.
• Strong collegial, communication, and collaborative teamwork skills.
• Evidence of a relational approach to working with students and colleagues.
• Knowledge of relevant national accrediting bodies and professional standards, including CSWE accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses (12 credit semester hours) each semester and work with BSW and MSW students to provide quality social work education.
• Participate in Department of Social Work curriculum and program development and serve on department committees.
• Engage in impactful research, scholarly publications, scholarly presentations, and grant acquisition.
• Participate in student recruitment and committee assignments at the University, College, and Department levels.
• Provide service to the community and the social work profession.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree