Professor of Practice, Geriatric Social Work

Tulane University • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Tulane University School of Social Work (TSSW) is seeking exceptional Professors of Practice starting in summer 2025 to join our top tier faculty of 25 full-time colleagues and over 20 adjunct members of the team. Professors of Practice positions are full-time non-tenure-track 12-month appointments with primary duties of teaching and student advising for our MSW, DSW, and MS-DRL (Master of Science in Disaster Resilience Leadership) programs. These programs of distinction are delivered in both online and on-campus formats. The successful candidate will add to the School's rich history and exceptional faculty in the dynamic and multicultural New Orleans area. Tulane University is a Carnegie designated Research I institution located in the vibrant city of New Orleans. The Tulane School of Social Work draws its strength from over 100 years of effective clinical training and powerful community work. We invite applications especially in the areas of Gerontology, Geriatric Social Work, and Research. Backgrounds (at all levels: macro, mezzo, and micro) in mental health, health disparities, addictive behaviors, community-based clinical practice, participatory research methods, and prevention/intervention expertise are preferred. Previous experience in teaching innovative online and hybrid courses are also of particular interest to us.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
• Licensed Master's Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• PhD, DSW or a doctoral degree in a related behavioral science discipline
• 3 or more years graduate level teaching experience
• Course support or coordinator experience - Graduate level
• Online teaching experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Gerontology and Geriatric Social Work
• Background in mental health, health disparities, addictive behaviors, community-based clinical practice, participatory research methods, and prevention/intervention expertise
• Experience teaching innovative online and hybrid courses

Responsibilities

• Teach 3 courses per semester (total course load 9 courses per 12 months)
• Advise students
• Participate in curriculum and program development
• Engage in tasks specific to accreditation
• Support student recruitment and retention
• Provide student services
• Conduct community outreach
• Serve on committees
• Instruct one practicum course per semester

What This Job Offers

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