Assistant Professor Social Work

Position Information

Position Information

Position Title:
Assistant Professor for Social Work

Position Number:
000283

Working Title:
Assistant Professor for Social Work

Full-time or Part-time:
Full Time

Time Limited Position:
No

Number of Vacancies:
1

Department:
School of Social Work

Posting Number:
0401426

SHRA/EHRA:
EHRA (Faculty)

Job Category:
Professional

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position

Competency:


EHRA Faculty

Primary Purpose of the Organization:
The School of Social Work at Fayetteville State University ( FSU ) prepares competent social work professionals at undergraduate and graduate levels, promotes lifelong learning, and enhances the well-being of individuals, children, and families residing in rural, urban, and military communities throughout North Carolina, and globally. The Bachelor of Social Work ( BSW ) Program at Fayetteville State University, a public comprehensive historically black institution, seeks to provide the knowledge, skills, and values needed to practice beginning generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

Emphasizing service to rural, urban, and military populations, the BSW program fosters a culture of belonging and inclusion, promoting lifelong learning and preparing students to work effectively in a multicultural and global society.

Primary Purpose of the Position:
This is a tenure-track nine (9)-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position will primarily involve teaching in the undergraduate program, but may also be responsible for teaching graduate courses and providing academic advising to students. In addition to instructional duties, the successful applicant must maintain an active scholarship and service program and be willing to seek and participate in extramural funding.

The salary for faculty positions is commensurate with the individual’s experience and qualifications. The School of Social Work is seeking an innovative educator excited about the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues who teach in this program.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Doctorate (PhD or DSW ) in Social Work.
• Master of Social Work ( MSW ) from an accredited MSW Program.
• Two years post- MSW professional social work experience.

Knowledge skills and abilities:

• Demonstrate professional competence and knowledge of subject matter pertinent to their specialization area.
• Ability to utilize technology in the classroom.
• Ability to obtain external funding through grant writing.
• Ability to actively engage in scholarly activities such as conducting research and publishing in refereed journals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the BSW and MSW levels.
• Expertise in statistics and research.
• Commitment to scholarship and service.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is open until filled. Selected candidate may be offered an August 2026, or January 2027 start date, with exact date determined upon selection.

Notice to Applicants:
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

EEO Statement:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

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