MSW Assistant​/Associate Professor

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Job Title:

MSW Assistant/Associate Professor

Location:

Albany State Rec. Location

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

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.

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 provide service to the university and community. They also advise students, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in field education supervision.

• Instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in social work, 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.
• Contribute to development of the social work curriculum, including creating course materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Provide guidance to students on academic and career matters; mentor students in research and community engagement projects.
• Conduct original research, publish findings in academic journals, and secure external funding for research projects.
• Participate in departmental, school, university, and community service activities.
• Supervise students in field placements and conduct site visits (depending on the specific role).
• Engage in activities that advance the social work profession, such as presenting at conferences and participating 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 social work practice.

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

Salary range: $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 an online format integrating technology.
• 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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Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Education and Training