Assistant Professor of Social Work & Sociology

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Social Work & Sociology

Social Work & Sociology, School of Social & Behavioral Sciences

$75,000 - $80,000

We are seeking candidates with an earned doctorate in Social Work or Sociology, or a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) by Fall 2027. The successful candidate also will have earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW). Areas of specialization are open, and the department is interested in providing students with opportunities to understand the application of social work principles to contemporary social issues, behavioral health, research methods, and public policy.

We seek dynamic faculty who are student-centered and model the knowledge, skills and values necessary for ethical practice.

• PhD in Social Work or Sociology, or DSW, by Fall of 2027
• MSW (from a CSWE accredited program)
• Two years post-MSW practice experience

Applicants should be flexible with regard to teaching assignments and confident in their abilities to teach courses within their areas of expertise, as well as core courses such as Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Social Work, Social Research Methods, and Practicum Seminar. We welcome candidates who will place an emphasis on active learning and quality teaching in a small classroom setting and who can thoughtfully incorporate sociocultural perspectives and the experiences of individuals and communities from a range of backgrounds into their teaching.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to commit to contributing to a learning environment that welcomes varied perspectives and facilitates student learning in ethical, inclusive, and effective social work practice. The successful candidate will also have a promising and active research agenda that leads to peer reviewed publications and presentations.

• Undergraduate instruction with an expectation of competence in the use of instructional technology
• Responsible for academic advisement of students
• Participation in departmental activities
• Active research agenda

Prior experience teaching at the college level.

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The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year
    7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
  • Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

The Social Work & Sociology department is one of four departments in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The other departments are psychology, crime and justice studies, and teacher education. The School also has graduate programs as follows: MA School Psychology; MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling;
Masters of Arts in Teaching;
Masters of Education, Contemporary Curriculum and Instruction, and Master of Social Work.

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