Full Time Faculty Assistant or Associate Professor and Director of Social Work Fieldwork (Remote)

UMass Global

31d • $81,345 - $88,522 • Remote

About The Position

University of Massachusetts Global is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven faculty member for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to join their fully remote academic community. This role focuses on the Social Work programs within the School of Health & Behavioral Sciences. The university is committed to student-centered, career-relevant education and seeks innovative educators who demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices, academic excellence, and supporting a diverse adult learner population. The position requires availability for collaboration during core hours from 9 am to 2 pm (PST) and is open to candidates residing in specific approved US states. The role involves curriculum development, service, mentoring, teaching, and professional contributions to support the university's mission, with a strong emphasis on field education processes and community partnerships.

Requirements

• Earned Doctorate (PhD, DSW, or closely related field) in Social Work or a related discipline from an accredited institution; ABD candidates may be considered with degree completion by start date.
• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited program.
• Minimum of two (2) years of post-MSW professional practice experience in social work.
• Demonstrated experience in field education, including supervision, coordination, or instruction in practicum/fieldwork settings.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with, support, and mentor students in securing and successfully completing fieldwork placements, including collaboration with community partners and agencies.
• Experience teaching in higher education, preferably in online asynchronous modalities.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching and supporting a diverse adult learner population.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and delivering current, market-relevant, and engaging curriculum, assessments, and learning activities in an online-first LMS.
• Experience applying data-informed approaches to enhance student success and retention.
• Ability to engage collegially and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and professionals across disciplines.
• Committed to cultivating a workplace culture grounded in respect, openness, and constructive dialogue.

Nice To Haves

• Involvement in related professional and academic associations.
• Current licensure as a clinical social worker (e.g., LCSW) or equivalent.
• Experience serving in a field director, assistant director, or field coordinator role within a CSWE-accredited program.
• Demonstrated success developing and maintaining community partnerships to support student field placements.
• Familiarity with competency-based education and assessment aligned with CSWE standards.
• Evidence of scholarly, professional, or community engagement activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, support, and train adjuncts in an online environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, assess, and teach online courses within the Social Work programs, ensuring alignment with program outcomes and accreditation standards.
• Mentor and support students, adjunct faculty, staff, and other program stakeholders to promote student success and program quality.
• Engage actively in field education processes, including supporting students in securing, navigating, and successfully completing fieldwork placements in collaboration with community partners and agencies.
• Assist in the coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of field placements to ensure alignment with CSWE competencies and program expectations.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community organizations to expand and sustain high-quality field placement opportunities.
• Participate in service to the discipline, profession, and institution, including committee work and community engagement, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrate professional and collegial conduct that fosters mutual respect, trust, transparent communication, and appropriate confidentiality with faculty, staff, and university leadership.
• Contribute to ongoing program development, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned in collaboration with the Dean, consistent with faculty role expectations outlined in the Faculty Manual.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
• Remote options.
• Flexible schedules.
• Generous time off, including paid holidays and a paid winter break.
• Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support.
• 403(b) plan with a Roth option.
• 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution.
• Tuition discounts for employees and family.
• Tuition Exchange program with other universities.
• PSLF eligible employer.
• Counseling services.
• Free Calm Health subscription.
• Year-round wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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