Assistant​/Associate Professor of Social Work

Position

9‑month, tenure‑track faculty position in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at George Fox University.

The successful candidate will serve as an integral member of the Division of Health and Behavioral Science, teaching, developing, and maintaining curriculum. This is a hybrid program that produces qualified social workers in Oregon and surrounding states.

• Teach 24 credits per academic year in courses related to clinical practice or program needs.
• Design, update, and maintain high‑quality curriculum within areas of expertise.
• Serve as academic advisor for MSW students.
• Contribute to committee service in the program, department, university, and profession.
• Demonstrate ongoing scholarly achievement through publications, presentations, grants, and/or service‑related activities.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with employees, students, and the public.
• Act as a Christian role model through words, actions, and lifestyle.
• Work cross‑culturally with respect, appreciation, and humility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Doctorate in Social Work (DSW or PhD) or a related field (ABD considered).
• Master of Social Work from a CSWE‑accredited program.
• Minimum two years of post‑MSW clinical practice experience.
• Commitment to the university’s Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• Desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees.
• Personal commitment to Jesus Christ and expression of Christian testimony in a church.

• Current Oregon state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or eligibility for licensure.
• Previous teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse populations.

• Appointment at Assistant Professor level is anticipated; significant teaching experience may warrant placement at Associate Professor.
• Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Newberg & Portland, Oregon
• Working Conditions:
  
  Typical of teaching and social work clinical environments.
• Supervisor: MSW Program Director

• Apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• Upload the following as Word or PDF documents in the appropriate sections:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Concise Description of Research Plans
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay (about 300 words describing personal Christian faith and its influence on teaching, scholarship, and service)
• Other supporting materials may be requested.

• Questions or assistance needed with the application process? Contact georgefoxcareers.

The university is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employees have the right to work in an environment free from unlawful discrimination. Our policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, and any other status prohibited by applicable law, in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox University is committed to soliciting applicants from underrepresented groups as an affirmative step to increase workforce diversity.