Tenure-Track Faculty - Social Work Job Radford area,Virginia USA,Education / Teaching

Title:

Tenure-Track Faculty
- Social Work

Application Review Date:

11/10/2026

Campus

Location:

Radford City
- Main Campus

Job Description

Radford University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Open-Rank Faculty position in the School of Social Work. This is a nine-month position beginning in August 2027.
Primary responsibilities will be teaching courses in the BSW and MSW programs in both the Radford and Roanoke social work program options (includes online and evenings), advising, recruitment, university service, and professional contributions.
Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,900 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom.

The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics.

With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in social work or related field or a DSW, and an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program. ABD candidates whose degree completion is within nine months of the hire date will be considered but will be hired at the rank of Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in social work, evidence of a scholarly agenda, have experience with distance education, demonstrated ability to teach clinical social work practice courses, interest in or experience with rural health, and at least two years post-MSW social work direct practice experience who are LCSW-eligible.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All candidates will need to submit an electronic copy of the following: a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, contact information of three references within your application. The successful candidate will also be required to provide official transcripts.

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

Work Classification:

Teaching & Research Faculty

Department:

Social Work, School of

Salary:

$58,000 - $80,000 (Commensurate with experience, qualifications and rank)

Department Contact Name:

Andrea Barrick, Ph.D.

Department Contact Phone:

Department Contact Email:

asbarrick

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political…