What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work - Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) position at Sacred Heart University?
Sacred Heart University –Tenure-Track Faculty: Assistant Professor,
School of Social Work, College of Arts & Sciences
The School of Social Work in the College of Arts and Sciences at Sacred Heart University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position to begin Fall 2025.
The School of Social Work mission is: To prepare social workers—through instruction in integrated social work theory, research, methods, and practice—to identify, dismantle, and resist all forms of social inequality and oppression, particularly issues of racism and its impact on social work practice. We are deeply committed to training social workers to think critically and intervene against cultural, social, political, and economic practices that do not advance human rights, justice, or the dignity and worth of every human being.
This mission guides the delivery of the BSW Program, MSW Program (with on-ground and online options) and our hybrid part-time PhD Program.
Responsibilities:
We encourage applications from candidates of all specializations and areas of study. We are especially interested in faculty whose research and teaching strategies reflect antiracist, anti- oppressive approaches. Ideal candidates for this position are invested in fostering inclusive, equitable environments for teaching and learning. We are particularly interested in candidates who can conduct grant-funded research.
We seek candidates to fill one position at the rank of Assistant Professor to primarily teach in the MSW program, with opportunities to teach and mentor in the Ph.D. programs.
Requirements:
Candidates must have a MSW degree from a CSWE accredited university and a Ph.D. in social work, social welfare or closely related field.
A minimum of two years post-MSW social work practice experience is required.
Candidates should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and social work practice.
Demonstrate potential for research and scholarly publications.
Possess substantive knowledge of all or most areas of social work education.
Knowledge of CSWE accreditation and curriculum development a plus.
Be dedicated to collaboration, collegiality, and service.
Additional Information:
Sacred Heart University, rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, embraces a vision for social justice and educates students in mind, body and spirit to prepare them personally and professionally to make a difference in the global community.
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit 1) letter of interest with research statement, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) list of three references; 5) copy of one peer-reviewed publication; and 6) Graduate transcripts. Copies of transcripts are acceptable during the initial stage, however official transcripts will be required upon a formal offer of employment.
Review of applications will commence immediately, and the posting will close on when the position has been filled.