Assistant Professor of Social Work

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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Public Affairs

Assistant Professor of Masters in Social Work:
The Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in our MSW Program beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach across the curriculum (micro/macro practice, theory, policy and research) with a particular focus on embedding social justice principles into social work practice. Expectations for the position include teaching, advising students, developing and maintaining an active research agenda, serving on University and Department committees, and developing a record of professional service in the greater community.

The position is contingent upon the availability of authorized funding.

• Doctoral degree in social work or related field and Master of Social Work Degree from accredited institution.
• 5 years post-MSW social work practice experience in diverse individual and community settings.
• Ability to teach across the curriculum (micro/macro practice, theory, policy and research).

• Commitment to the pursuit of social justice.
• Possesses a clinical license or is license eligible.
• Experience teaching foundation and advanced micro practice courses.
• Experience and/or interest in curriculum development.
• Experience with or interest in digital learning in higher education.
• Interest in teaching both face-to-face and hybrid courses.
• Experience working with diverse populations/communities
• Commitment to the pursuit of social justice.
• Expressed interest in social work practice in the Central Valley of California.
• Expressed interest in and commitment to teaching adult learners.
• Knowledge, interest and skills necessary for curriculum development.
• Expressed interest in social work practice in the Central Valley of California.
• Expressed interest in and commitment to teaching adult learners.
• Knowledge, interest and skills necessary for curriculum development.
• Demonstrated ability, interest, and active involvement in scholarly activity.
• Commitment to social justice, empowerment and strengths-based social work practice.
• Ability to work across multiple systems and with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with first-generation/graduate students who have been systematically marginalized.
• Bilingual
• A potential candidate's consideration will be enhanced with evidence of (or potential for) successful and innovative teaching experiences and a commitment to support a diverse student body with a variety of ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

A complete application must include: an application letter specifically addressing the position description and qualifications; unofficial photocopies of graduate transcripts; a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching proficiency; a research description; professional curriculum vitae that includes the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

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Dr. Jane Rousseau, Committee Chair
Department of Social Work
College of Education, Kinesiology, and Social Work
California State University, Stanislaus
One University Circle Turlock, CA
email: jrousseau

Screening of completed application files will begin on February 2, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

This appointment begins on August 17, 2026.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Anticipated hiring range is $7938-$8186 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.

California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical…