MSW Assistant​/Associate Professor

Job Title:

MSW Assistant/Associate Professor

Albany State Rec. Location

Regular

Full-Time

287802

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Due to the growth of our fully online MSW Master of Social Work program in clinical social work with children, families, and vulnerable adults, we are seeking an Assistant/ Associate faculty member. The MSW Assistant / Associate Professor will teach social work courses, mentor students, engage in research and scholarship, and engage in service to the university and community. They also advise students, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in field education supervision.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Teaching:

Instructing undergraduate and graduate courses in social work, potentially including core courses in practice, human behavior, and social welfare policy.

Teaching workload of four classes per semester utilizing the Georgia View platform for classroom instruction.

Curriculum Development:

Contributing to the development of the social work curriculum, including creating course materials, assignments, and assessments.

Student Mentoring & Advising:

Providing guidance to students on academic and career matters, and potentially mentoring students in research and community engagement projects.

Research:

Conducting original research, publishing findings in academic journals, and potentially securing external funding for research projects.

Service:

Participating in departmental, school, university, and community service activities.

Field

Education:

Supervising students in field placements and conducting site visits (depending on the specific role).

Scholarly

Activities:

Engaging in activities that contribute to the advancement of the social work profession, such as presentations at conferences and participation in professional organizations.

Ph.D. or DSW in Social Work or closely related field and MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program.

A minimum of three (3) years of post-MSW direct social work practice experience.

Two to five years of experience teaching social work courses.

Evidence of teaching excellence and a research agenda.

A commitment to community service, research, and preparing graduate students for clinical social work practice.

A social work license (e.g., LMSW, LCSW).

Salary range is from: $51,600 to $56,000

Cover letter.

Resume.

Teaching Philosophy.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Ability to deliver high quality social work education in on online format integrating technology and mid software into one's teaching.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Proficiency in using technology for teaching and research.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ability to develop and implement innovative teaching strategies.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

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